Who We Are

The Porter Hamel Group is an Executive Search firm.

We specialize in the job placement and career development of Executives, Operations, Technical, Engineering, Human Resource and Distribution professionals for food manufacturing and consumer products manufacturing companies.  We represent over thirty years of executive recruiting experience within the food manufacturing marketplace. We have earned a reputation of consistency, dependability and confidentiality. Our efforts go beyond simply recruiting people with specific experience and credentials; we consider chemistry to be a key element in the job searching process. Our offices work hard to develop strong relationships with our clients and candidates.

With over thirty years’ experience in executive recruiting, we are committed in bringing to you the best Operations, Technical, Engineering and Human Resource talent.

We have been successfully matching candidates with client companies since 1984.  Our success has been a result of our executive recruiting philosophy.  We tailor each search to the specific needs of our client.  Our efforts go beyond simply recruiting people with specific experience and credentials.  We consider chemistry to be a key element in the process.  Our unique approach, therefore, requires in-depth knowledge of your company’s philosophy, goals and its corporate personality.

Testimonials

Here’s what people are saying about Porter Hamel.

SVP Operations at Schwan's Consumer Brands

I have known and worked with Jeff for many years. He has always been there for me when we needed his expertise and has delivered top notch candidates every time.

Randy Burns

Global SVP & CHRO Royal Caribbean LTD

Jeff is one of the few search consultants that can find the right person for your company. He spends the time to understand your company's culture to insure the right candidates are surfaced to complete the search.

Paul T. Parker

SVP of Human Resources at Fender Musical Instruments

During my time as SVP of HR at The Dial Corporation I had several opportunities to call upon Jeff to help me fill key roles. I always found him to be accessible, insightful and a keen evaluator of talent. Jeff became one of my "go to" search partners, and I highly recommend him!

Keith Davis

VP Global Supply Chain Capability at Kellogg Company

Jeff is an individual I have worked with since the mid 90's. Always has done a great job of understanding the organizational need, is very good at assessing the right talent for the role, had high integrity, and is a true  and valued professional to work with.

David Cowperthwait