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Building Exceptional Teams That Drive Canada’s Productivity

Light Industrial & Manufacturing

We help manufacturers, processors, and production leaders hire skilled professionals who deliver on output, efficiency, and innovation.

We Build Teams That Make It Happen

At Kellow Recruiting, we understand the challenges facing today’s manufacturers — skilled labour shortages, process automation, quality demands, and rising costs. That’s why our recruitment approach focuses on connecting you with production professionals who combine hands-on technical skill with continuous improvement thinking.

From plant managers and process engineers to maintenance technicians and line operators, we help you build teams that increase uptime, reduce waste, and strengthen your competitive edge.

We partner with manufacturers across consumer goods, food and beverage, automotive, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial equipment to deliver dependable teams that produce results.

Approach

Our Approach

We don’t rely on job boards — we build relationships. Each search begins with a deep understanding of your production systems, quality standards, and automation goals. Then, we deploy a customized sourcing strategy that blends technical assessment, reference validation, and cultural alignment.

01

Explore

We start by getting to know you — your goals, your values, and what you’re looking for next. Understanding comes first, because the right match starts with listening.

02

Define

Together, we get clear on what success looks like — the role, the culture, and the fit. Clarity here makes every next step stronger.

03

Engage

We connect great people with great opportunities. Through trusted networks and meaningful conversations, we bring the right matches to the table.

04

Evaluate

We go beyond resumes and job titles — focusing on skill, motivation, and alignment. It’s about finding the fit that lasts.

05

Grow

The journey doesn’t end with a placement. We stay connected, offer guidance, and help both sides build lasting success.

Impact

Key Results

  • 90%+ Retention Rate
    • Placements who grow with your operation
  • 50% Faster Time-to-Fill
    • Keeping your production lines running
  • $200M+ in Manufacturing Projects Supported
    • Across Canada’s core sectors
  • 95% Repeat Clients
    • Proof of trust and consistent quality

Regional focus

  • We’ve invested heavily in building deep, local talent networks across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario - combining our proprietary database, LinkedIn intelligence, and industry referrals to connect clients with the region’s most qualified manufacturing professionals.
  • British Columbia

    City Reach
    Vancouver
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    Surrey
    { name:'Surrey', region:'British Columbia', lat:49.19, lon:-122.85 }
    Burnaby
    { name:'Burnaby', region:'British Columbia', lat:49.25, lon:-122.97 }
    Victoria
    { name:'Victoria', region:'British Columbia', lat:48.43, lon:-123.37 }
    Nanaimo
    { name:'Nanaimo', region:'British Columbia', lat:49.17, lon:-123.94 }
    Kelowna
    { name:'Kelowna', region:'British Columbia', lat:49.89, lon:-119.49 }
    Kamloops
    { name:'Kamloops', region:'British Columbia', lat:50.67, lon:-120.33 }
    Prince George
    { name:'Prince George', region:'British Columbia', lat:53.92, lon:-122.75 }

    Alberta

    City Reach
    Edmonton
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    Calgary
    { name:'Calgary', region:'Alberta', lat:51.05, lon:-114.07 }
    Fort McMurray
    { name:'Fort McMurray', region:'Alberta', lat:56.73, lon:-111.38 }
    Grande Prairie
    { name:'Grande Prairie', region:'Alberta', lat:55.17, lon:-118.79 }
    Peace River
    { name:'Peace River', region:'Alberta', lat:56.23, lon:-117.29 }
    Red Deer
    { name:'Red Deer', region:'Alberta', lat:52.27, lon:-113.81 }
    Leduc
    { name:'Leduc', region:'Alberta', lat:53.26, lon:-113.55 }

    Ontario

    City Reach
    Toronto
    { name:'Toronto', region:'Ontario', lat:43.7, lon:-79.42 }
    Mississauga
    { name:'Mississauga', region:'Ontario', lat:43.59, lon:-79.64 }
    Vaughan
    { name:'Vaughan', region:'Ontario', lat:43.84, lon:-79.51 }
    Hamilton
    { name:'Hamilton', region:'Ontario', lat:43.25, lon:-79.87 }
    London
    { name:'London', region:'Ontario', lat:42.98, lon:-81.25 }
    Windsor
    { name:'Windsor', region:'Ontario', lat:42.31, lon:-83.03 }
    Ottawa
    { name:'Ottawa', region:'Ontario', lat:45.42, lon:-75.69 }
    Durham
    { name:'Durham', region:'Ontario', lat:43.9, lon:-78.9 }
    Peterborough
    { name:'Peterborough', region:'Ontario', lat:44.3, lon:-78.32 }
    Kingston
    { name:'Kingston', region:'Ontario', lat:44.23, lon:-76.48 }

    B.C.’s manufacturing base is rapidly advancing through automation and clean-tech integration. From precision fabrication to packaging and industrial goods, we connect companies with talent ready to scale.

    Alberta’s manufacturing ecosystem supports energy, industrial, and fabrication sectors. We deliver skilled trades and operations staff who ensure production efficiency and safety across plant environments.

    Ontario is the manufacturing heart of Canada — spanning automotive, consumer goods, and food production. We recruit professionals who know how to balance productivity with quality and compliance.

    Roles we recruit

    Executive Leadership
    Director of Engineering / CI
    Director of Operations / Maintenance
    Vice President, Engineering / Quality
    Vice President, Manufacturing / Plant Operations
    COO / VP Operations
    President / General Manager
    And more...
    Operations & Project Management
    Planner / Scheduler (Technical PM-based)
    Quality / CI Manager
    Production Manager
    Maintenance Manager
    Plant Manager / Operations Manager
    Engineering Manager
    And more...
    Skilled Trades & Technicians
    Refrigeration & HVAC Technician (313A / G1)
    Industrial Electrician (442A / 309A)
    CNC Machinist / Tool & Die Maker
    Instrumentation Technician
    Millwright (433A)
    And more...
    Engineering, Automation & Technical Specialists
    Quality Engineer / Validation Specialist
    PLC / Robotics Technician / Technologist
    Automation / Controls Engineer
    Reliability Engineer
    Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineer
    Manufacturing / Process Engineer
    And more...

    Let’s Build Canada’s Next Generation of Manufacturing

    When your success depends on productivity, precision, and people — you need a partner who understands every step of the production line.

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