Who We Are

Our organization values relationships and knows how important it is to build trust between potential employees and employers. We are confident that our placements will go above and beyond your expectations. We take a personal approach to our customer service by promising our clients loyalty and complete transparency throughout the entire recruiting process. Transcending your satisfaction is our goal.

Our recruiting services are focused on a wide variety of industries partnering with organizations of all sizes. Our proven track record of success combined with our unique process differentiates us from other recruiting firms and includes the following: 

• We have over 45 years of combined experience in the recruiting industry
• Our recruiting team has niche expertise that aligns with your organizations specific industry
• Our internal talent management system gives us greater access to passive candidate referrals from those we have already interviewed or placed, which has resulted in presenting qualified candidates on all searches within 15-20 business days..
• Results-oriented with focus on a return on your investment in our services. We recruit from a unique and often exclusive passive candidate pool of top performers who are not active in their job search including direct recruitment from your competitors. 
• Every top candidate must complete a DISC assessment that measures behaviors, motivators, acumen, competencies & emotional intelligence. Through the use of these assessments, we can ensure the candidates we present will be a successful fit. 

Co-CEO/ Head of Business Development/ Certified Behavioral DISC Analyst: Meredith Johnson fell in love with recruiting and staffing over 20 years ago and spent much of that time building a solid recruiting structure for several other businesses. She has a diverse sales and recruiting background in many different industries including; manufacturing, food production, consumer goods, construction, technology, medical, and HR. Her passion is helping clients find amazing talent. As well as guiding others in finding their career paths and taking the time to make sure everyone she meets is treated with respect and sincerity. 

Co-CEO/ Head of Recruiting and Client Services: Shelley Ross has enjoyed a successful career in the recruiting industry for over 28 years. Her expertise has been serving Manufacturing, Distribution, Construction, and Consumer Goods industries. Her passion for the industry is built upon the philosophy of changing lives; whether it's the clients she serves or the candidates she assists, Shelley is about the people, results, and relationships. She treats people with respect and in turn builds long-term relationships based on transparency, integrity and open communication.

Executive Recruiter: Tiffany Nicole has enjoyed a career in the recruiting industry since 2005. She began her career as an Administrative Recruiter, where she placed candidates of all levels from administrative to Office Management in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, Technology and CPG industries. Her desire for further growth, led to Executive Search recruiting where she has successfully placed Sr. level Management to C-level roles. Tiffany has earned numerous performance awards, and feels blessed to use her expertise to help candidates find fulfillment in their next career chapter while serving our clients to find the very best long-term employees.

Executive Recruiter: Gillian Grant Madsen has been in the recruiting industry for 9 years, beginning her career in Seattle, WA where she worked with CEO Shelley Ross. Gillian quickly developed a passion for recruiting, building upon a former successful career in sales. She has managed a full-cycle executive recruitment desk serving a variety of industries including; Manufacturing, Finance, Construction, and Technology. She earned numerous performance awards, Presidents Club and promotion to branch management. Gillian works hard to create a positive candidate and client experience based on her industry knowledge and transparency.

Executive Recruiter: Brandon Jarke is a seasoned recruitment professional with over 13 years of experience with expertise in full cycle recruiting for start-ups, private, public, and Fortune 500 companies across a wide range of industries. His main focus has been on contract and full-time talent acquisition. Brandon has established a reputation as a results-driven professional who is committed to meeting the needs of his clients. He has a proven track record of success in identifying and recruiting high-quality candidates in a timely and efficient manner.

Executive Recruiter: Crystal Hennigan is an accomplished Executive Recruiter with 9 years of expertise in full cycle recruiting. Her diverse recruiting expertise includes recruiting in the Manufacturing industry for Management to C-level roles in Accounting and Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Sales, Human Resources, Project Managers, Engineers as well as Executive Level Management roles. Crystals connects well with candidates and works hard to create a positive experience for them based on transparency and coaching them throughout the interview process. Her recruiting success has resulted in numerous performance awards! We are thankful to have her on our team.

Executive Recruiter: Renee Folker has over 9 years of full cycle recruiting/human resources expertise, beginning her Executive Recruiting career in Seattle, WA where she worked closely with CEO Shelley Ross. She managed a full cycle Executive Recruiting desk serving clients in Manufacturing, CPG, Distribution, Construction, and Food Production industries filling Sr level and Management to C-level roles in Sales, Accounting & Finance , Operations, Supply Chain, Human Resources and Engineering. Renee has a passion for recruiting and creating a positive candidate experience, while working hard to place them in rewarding careers.

Executive Recruiter: Angél Truslow brings four years of experience in the recruiting industry, starting her career in healthcare business development before transitioning into the recruitment of top-tier candidates in Manufacturing, Food Manufacturing, and CPG industries. With a Master’s in Social Work, Angél is a dedicated recruiter with a genuine passion for connecting with diverse individuals. Her rich background in social work seamlessly integrates into the dynamic world of recruiting, where she works diligently to ensure a positive candidate experience.

Executive Recruiter: Christi King has been in the recruiting industry for over 6 years beginning her career in Anchorage, Alaska where she worked with CEO Shelley Ross. Christi instantly knew that this was her calling. She has managed a full-cycle executive recruitment desk serving a variety of industries, including, Manufacturing, Finance, Healthcare, Technology, and Administration. Christi partners well with clients and candidates and is most fulfilled when she is helping her candidates grow professionally. Christi offers exceptional professional service, absolute confidentiality, and the most ethical values

Executive Recruiter and Director of Powertrain Manufacturing: Doug Ross has an accomplished Leadership career in the Powertrain Manufacturing Industry of over 35 years along with a deep network of industry client contacts and exceptional candidate talent. His industry expertise includes OEM, Automotive, Truck, Marine, Rail and Agriculture and Mining Equipment. Doug's desire for further career growth led to his decision to join MJ Direct Placement Services as Executive Recruiter and Director of the Powertrain Manufacturing recruiting division. Doug will champion executive search projects by connecting our valued Powertrain Manufacturing clients with the industry’s top candidate talent, while ensuring a positive candidate experience.