Staffing Inc. Recruit is a try-before-you-hire light industrial and steel industry recruiting firm — not a temp agency — serving East Chicago, IN and Lake County, Indiana. Our nearest office is in Hammond, IN (~3 miles from East Chicago). We place workers in steel manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, welding, and logistics roles throughout Northwest Indiana. 97% of our placements get hired full-time because we only work with candidates actively seeking permanent careers. Job seekers: apply and start working within days. Employers: workers are on our payroll during evaluation, then move to yours.
Nearest office: 6942 Indianapolis Blvd., Hammond, IN 46324 · (219) 803-0338
Steel & Industrial Recruiting
Near East Chicago, IN
East Chicago, IN is one of the most industrially significant cities in Northwest Indiana — home to the Indiana Harbor and Ship Canal, one of the busiest industrial waterways in the United States. The city's economy has been defined for over a century by steel, metal fabrication, chemical manufacturing, and heavy industry. Today, East Chicago and the surrounding Lake County corridor continue to offer strong employment opportunities for skilled industrial workers.
Staffing Inc. Recruit's Hammond, IN office — approximately 3 miles from East Chicago — specializes in placing workers permanently in light and heavy industrial roles throughout Lake County. We don't run a revolving door of temp workers. We find candidates who are actively seeking permanent careers and match them with employers who are hiring to keep.
Whether you're a job seeker in East Chicago looking for a full-time position or a Lake County employer who needs reliable workers who show up and stay, Staffing Inc. Recruit is your next call.
Nearest Office to East Chicago, IN
6942 Indianapolis Blvd., Hammond, IN 46324
(219) 803-0338[email protected]East Chicago Employers:
Stop the Revolving Door
Most staffing agencies near East Chicago, IN send whoever is available. We only send candidates who are actively seeking permanent, full-time employment — not people looking for short-term work between other jobs. That single difference changes your retention numbers completely.
- Workers are on our payroll during the evaluation period
- You hire them full-time when you're ready — no pressure
- 97% of our placements get hired full-time
- 99% show-up rate on day one and beyond
- We become your #1 talent source within 60 days
Jobs Near East Chicago, IN
All positions are full-time, permanent roles at employers in Lake County, Indiana and Northwest Indiana. We don't do revolving-door temp work.
Steel & Metal Workers
Production, fabrication, and support roles in the East Chicago steel and metal manufacturing corridor near Indiana Harbor.
Forklift Operators
Sit-down, stand-up, and reach truck operators for warehouses and distribution centers in East Chicago and Lake County, IN.
Production Workers
Assembly line, light manufacturing, and production support roles at East Chicago and Northwest Indiana industrial facilities.
Welders
MIG, TIG, and spot welding positions in the East Chicago and Northwest Indiana steel and fabrication industry.
Machine Operators
CNC, press, and general production machine operation in the Lake County, Indiana manufacturing corridor near East Chicago.
Order Pickers / Packers
Pick/pack, fulfillment, and shipping & receiving positions near East Chicago and the NW Indiana distribution corridor.
Quality Control
Inspection, testing, and QC documentation in manufacturing and industrial environments near East Chicago, IN.
Warehouse General Labor
Heavy and light industrial labor, loading, unloading, and material handling near East Chicago and Lake County, Indiana.
From Application to
Full-Time in Days
If you're looking for a permanent job near East Chicago, IN — not just another temp gig — Staffing Inc. Recruit is built for you. We move fast, and we only place people in roles that are meant to last.
Our Hammond, IN office is approximately 3 miles from East Chicago. Apply online or call us — we'll have you working within days.
Apply Online or Call Us
Submit your application through our site or call our Hammond, IN office at (219) 803-0338 — approximately 3 miles from East Chicago.
Quick Interview
We learn about your skills, experience, and what kind of permanent role you're looking for near East Chicago or Lake County, Indiana.
Placed at a Local Employer
We match you with a Lake County employer. You start working while they evaluate the fit — on our payroll.
Full-Time Job Offer
97% of our candidates receive a full-time offer. This is how you land a permanent career near East Chicago, IN.
Lake County & Northwest Indiana Communities We Serve
Our Hammond, IN office places workers and serves employers throughout the following Lake County, Indiana and Northwest Indiana communities.
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Common Questions About
Staffing Near East Chicago, IN
Is Staffing Inc. Recruit a temp agency near East Chicago, IN?
No. Staffing Inc. Recruit is not a traditional temp agency. We are a try-before-you-hire direct recruiting firm. Every position we fill is intended to become a permanent, full-time job on the employer's payroll. Workers are placed on our payroll during the evaluation period, then transition directly to the employer. 97% of our placements get hired full-time.
What is the closest Staffing Inc. Recruit office to East Chicago, IN?
The closest office to East Chicago, IN is our Hammond, Indiana location at 6942 Indianapolis Blvd., Hammond, IN 46324 — approximately 3 miles from East Chicago. You can reach us at (219) 803-0338 or email [email protected].
What kinds of jobs are available near East Chicago, IN?
We place workers in steel and metal production, forklift operation, welding, machine operation, assembly, order picking, packaging, quality control, distribution center, and warehouse general labor roles at employers throughout Lake County, Indiana — including East Chicago, Hammond, Whiting, Gary, Griffith, Munster, and surrounding communities.
How do I apply for jobs near East Chicago, IN through Staffing Inc. Recruit?
You can apply online through our candidate portal, or visit our Hammond, IN office at 6942 Indianapolis Blvd., Hammond, IN 46324 — approximately 3 miles from East Chicago. We'll schedule a quick interview, learn about your skills and goals, and match you with a permanent position near East Chicago within days.
I'm an employer near East Chicago, IN. How does the try-before-you-hire model work?
We source and vet candidates who are actively seeking permanent employment — not people looking for short-term temp work. Workers start on our payroll while you evaluate them on the job. When you're ready to hire them full-time, they move to your payroll. We become our clients' #1 talent source within 60 days. 97% full-time hire rate. 99% show-up rate.
What industries does Staffing Inc. Recruit serve near East Chicago, IN?
We serve steel and metal manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, food and beverage, packaging, assembly, logistics, welding, and light industrial employers throughout Lake County, Indiana — including East Chicago, Hammond, Whiting, Gary, Griffith, Munster, Highland, Schererville, and the broader Northwest Indiana industrial corridor.
Ready to Get Started Near East Chicago, IN?
Whether you're a Lake County employer looking for reliable workers or a job seeker ready for a permanent career near East Chicago — our Hammond, IN office is ready to help.