Blue Collar Recruitment Services for Skilled Trades Employers

HaGesher Group helps U.S. employers recruit dependable skilled-trades talent. From manufacturing and distribution hiring to candidate sourcing, vetting, and placement, our team builds focused shortlists around your operational needs, competency requirements, and workplace culture. With expertise connecting Israeli and American business environments, we help reduce hiring risk and support stronger long-term teams.

Recruitment consultant interviewing a skilled trades candidate for a manufacturing employer

Our Skilled Trades Recruitment Services

Focused recruitment support for employers seeking skilled-trades candidates, manufacturing talent, and dependable team members.

Manufacturing Recruitment

HaGesher Group sources, vets, and places candidates for small-to-medium manufacturing businesses, aligning candidate capability with operational requirements and workplace expectations.

Distribution Recruitment

Build stronger distribution teams through targeted candidate sourcing and structured vetting designed around your role requirements, business needs, and long-term staffing goals.

Candidate Vetting

Our recruitment process evaluates candidate competency, experience, and cultural alignment so employers can review better-profiled shortlists with greater confidence.

Focused Talent Matching

Build Dependable Skilled Trades Teams

Recruitment is more effective when candidate searches begin with a clear understanding of the role, team, and business environment. HaGesher Group helps employers define hiring needs, identify relevant talent, and evaluate both competency and cultural alignment. For U.S. manufacturing and distribution businesses, this approach creates focused candidate shortlists while reducing the risk of costly hiring mismatches.

Employer and recruitment consultant reviewing skilled trades candidates
Built Around Your Needs

Employer Hiring Results

See how focused recruitment and culturally informed talent matching can support stronger employer teams.

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
The HaGesher Difference

Why Choose HaGesher Group?

Recruitment support shaped by employer needs, candidate quality, and cross-cultural hiring expertise.

Targeted Sourcing

Focused searches help employers review candidates aligned with defined role and operational requirements.

Better Screening

Structured vetting considers competency and cultural alignment for stronger long-term hiring decisions.

Cross-Cultural Insight

U.S. hiring expertise and Israeli business fluency help bridge expectations across working cultures.

Strategic Partnership

Employers receive recruitment guidance connected to team-building and broader growth objectives.

Meet The Recruitment Team

Experienced advisors helping employers make more confident hiring decisions.

Portrait of Ben Gross, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of HaGesher Group

Ben Gross

Chief Executive Officer; Co-Founder; SHRM-CP

Ben Gross is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of HaGesher Group, bringing a proven track record as a seasoned headhunter specializing in identifying top-tier global talent for startups. He holds a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential, reflecting his deep expertise in human resources and talent strategy. Ben focuses on helping Israeli companies successfully hire and go to market in the United States, guiding founders through the complexities of cross-border recruitment. His approach combines rigorous candidate screening with a keen understanding of cultural alignment between Israeli teams and American hires. Based in New York, Ben leverages his network across AI, software, semiconductor, defense, and medical device industries to connect clients with exceptional leadership and go-to-market talent, ensuring every placement supports long-term business growth.

Portrait of Francesca Gross, Co-Founder and Go-to-Market Expert at HaGesher Group

Francesca Gross

Co-Founder; Go-to-Market Expert

Francesca Gross is a co-founder of HaGesher Group and a visionary go-to-market expert dedicated to helping startups translate their technology into memorable, compelling stories. She specializes in narrative strategy, business development, and product-market fit analysis for Israeli companies entering the American market. Francesca's expertise was recently showcased when she moderated the 'From Pilot to Revenue' panel at Atlanta AI Week, discussing how startups can convert AI pilots into sustainable revenue. She works closely with founders and executives to align growth plans with talent acquisition, operational processes, and measurable metrics. Passionate about bridging cultural and communication gaps between Israeli and American business practices, Francesca is committed to empowering her clients with the strategic insight and storytelling tools needed to succeed in a competitive U.S. market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of skilled-trades employers does HaGesher Group support?

HaGesher Group supports employers in manufacturing and distribution, including small-to-medium businesses seeking talent. The company also works with organizations in hardware and healthcare, while its broader recruitment capabilities include sales, marketing, client success, and leadership roles. Hiring support is shaped around the employer’s role requirements, team structure, business needs, and desired candidate profile.

How does your recruitment process work?

Can you recruit for manufacturing and distribution roles?

Do you recruit for direct-hire positions or temporary staffing?

How do you evaluate skilled-trades candidates?

Can you help employers hire across the United States?

Do you provide recruitment support beyond individual placements?

How can an employer start a recruitment conversation?

Ready To Strengthen Your Hiring Team?

Talk with HaGesher Group about your skilled-trades recruitment needs.

Recruitment Service Areas

HaGesher Group supports employers across its listed U.S. and Israel service areas.

United States

Listed Service Area

Israel

Additional Coverage

New York, Miami, Tel Aviv

Listed Locations

Need Recruitment In Your Area?

Contact HaGesher Group to discuss your employer hiring requirements.

Credentials & Recognition

Awards and Recognition

SHRM Certified Professional credential held by Ben Gross

SHRM Certified Professional

Ben Gross holds SHRM-CP certification.

HaGesher Group recognition for speaking at a Pitango event

Pitango Event Speaker

HaGesher Group spoke at a 2024 Pitango event about recruitment and global expansion.

Francesca Gross moderating a panel at Atlanta AI Week

Atlanta AI Week Panel

Francesca Gross moderated the “From Pilot to Revenue” panel at Atlanta AI Week in 2026.

Find The Right Skilled-Trades Talent

Tell us about your hiring needs and connect with HaGesher Group about recruitment support.

Contact Us Today

You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.