A Local Staffing Partner
Rooted in the Midwest.
Hughes Recruiting & Consulting has connected people and employers across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota since 2003. Whether you’re hiring or looking for your next role, you’ll work with a team that knows your market.
Explore Services
One call to Hughes handles all of it. We simplify hiring from the warehouse floor to the corner office, plus the HR headaches in between. The short version:
Temporary & Temp-to-Hire Staffing
Coverage for a busy season, a leave, or a role you’d rather test before you commit. We place reliable people quickly, and you decide who stays.
Professional Search
For your mid-to-senior and hard-to-fill roles. We run a discreet, thorough search and bring you people worth the interview.
HR Consulting
Handbooks, compliance questions, onboarding, or an HR partner you don’t have to put on payroll. We handle the fine print so you don’t have to.
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A staffing agency built on local knowledge
We started with a single Freeport, Illinois office in 2003. Today, Hughes Recruiting & Consulting operates across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota, and we still answer to the same communities that gave us our start. We stay active in 30+ associations, boards, and civic groups, so we can tell you who’s hiring, who’s available, and who’s ready to show up on day one. Running on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), the Hughes team works with clarity, vision, and structure, the difference between a submittal and a placement that sticks.
Work that helps you find your purpose
Your next job doesn’t have to be another paycheck. People who work with Hughes Recruiting and Consulting quickly learn that building a thriving career is easier with the right recruiters. Since our team lives where we work, we’re in touch with the opportunities as they emerge in our communities. It’s time you worked with a career partner that’s invested in your long-term success.
Hughes By the Numbers
serving Midwest employers
across the markets Hughes serves
with staffing, recruiting, payroll, and HR needs
where Hughes shows up locally
Trusted by clients, candidates, and communities
Our actions speak for themselves…but the people we work with are quick to sing our praises. Here’s some extra proof that Hughes goes above and beyond.
“Finding a great job with people who care about your work ethic, health, and over all safety. I will recommend strongly looking into Hughes Resources. Where every attempt is an amazing success. They actually care about you accomplishing suitable success.”
Muhammad G., Employee
“Hughes has been a great business partner, providing well qualified and reliable candidates on short notice. I have worked closely with the Freeport branch and am always impressed with their professionalism and can do attitude.”
John C., Employer
“Hughes is a great place. They were very helpful and read me like an open book. They gave me a wide range of options to help me. I highly recommend them. ”
Joe N., Employee
“This place is excellent. They are extremely helpful and courteous. Highly recommend if you need a job.”
Hogg, Employee
“Hughes was very professional and helpful in finding work. Within three days of using their services, I had a new job. I would highly recommend them for anyone having a hard time finding employment elsewhere.”
Thomas M., Employee
“Through this staffing agency, I have been placed in an ideal work setting and have a great environment to work in every day. I feel confident this will be a staple employer in my future! ”
Bryce, Employee
“Hughes is an excellent staffing agency! They are friendly, keep you up to date through the whole process of job hunting as well as give you pointers on interview! They are with you from the beginning until the end!! Thank You!!! ”
Michael M., Employee
“Absolutely professional from beginning to end. They made everything simple and found me a great job. I couldn't be happier with the results they've provided. I recommend this staffing service to anyone looking to start their new career. You will not be disappointed.”
Devin A., Employee
“Hughes is amazing! If you are looking for quality work, I would recommend them. They have a friendly and helpful staff who will help you meet your desired work goals.”
Robin, Employee
“Hughes is an amazing company. The staff is so kind and helpful. Even through the pandemic, they found me work with good pay and are understanding if you need to make a change to something better. I have used their services several times this year and landed great jobs. They make things happen quick and make it easy to get started in your new position. Highly recommend them.”
Katie M., Employee
Our Commitment to High Industry
Standards and Excellence
Member - American
Staffing Association
(ASA)
All recruiters earn their
CSP within one year
Member - Staffing CEOs
and KeyStaff groups
We run on
Entrepreneurial Operating
System®
SHRM professionals
on staff
Recognized as 2019 & 2024
Business of the Year
Member - Vistage Worldwide
Partner - Temporary Services Insurance Ltd.
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Your Team Is Our Work
Whether you’re building a team or building a career, we’re close by and ready to help. Hughes
