Connecting Exceptional Leaders with Industrial Companies.
Retained and contingency recruiting for executive, VP, and leadership talent across the US — built on relationships, not just resumes.
"We go beyond resumes and job descriptions to uncover the experience, goals, culture, and potential behind every opportunity."
Gina Thomson
Founder, GTR Recruiting
At GTR Recruiting, we believe exceptional recruiting starts with understanding people. We go beyond resumes and job descriptions to uncover the experience, goals, culture, and potential behind every opportunity.
Through a highly personalized approach — whether retained or contingency — we create thoughtful connections that support long-term success for both clients and candidates.
A Dedicated Partner on Both Sides of the Search
For Companies
We take time to understand your organization's culture, leadership gaps, and long-term vision before we ever present a candidate.
For executive, C-suite, VP, and confidential searches, we work on a retained basis — ensuring full commitment and a process that reflects well on your organization. For leadership and management-level roles, we offer contingency recruiting with the same personal attention.
Every search is handled personally — no junior recruiters, no volume plays. Just focused, strategic talent acquisition across industrial sectors.
For Candidates
We represent your career with the same care you've invested in building it. Your goals, values, and potential guide every conversation.
We only present opportunities that genuinely align — no spray-and-pray. Your time and reputation matter.
Permanent placement only. Whether the search is retained or contingency, we're invested in your long-term success, not a quick fill.
Retained Executive Search for Industrial Leaders
GTR Recruiting is a retained executive search firm specializing in industrial manufacturing, utilities and energy, and chemical processing. We place VP-level, Director, and Plant Manager talent with companies that can't afford to get the hire wrong. Every search is conducted personally by founder Gina Thompson — no handoffs, no junior recruiters, no volume plays.
Unlike contingency firms that flood your inbox with unvetted resumes, GTR operates on an exclusive retained basis. That means deeper candidate access, genuine confidentiality, and a recruiter who is fully invested in your outcome. Whether you're an industrial company searching for your next VP of Operations or an executive leader ready for your next chapter, GTR Recruiting brings the rigor and discretion that executive-level searches demand.
Open Positions
Leadership and executive roles across industrial sectors. Updated regularly.
No Open Positions at This Time
New searches are added regularly. Submit your resume to be considered for future opportunities that match your background.
Submit Your ResumeReady to Find the Right Fit?
Whether you're building a leadership team or exploring your next opportunity, let's start with a conversation.