About Us

As a comprehensive recruiting agency specializing in serving manufacturers, AOI is led by seasoned business owners who have transitioned into the realm of recruitment. We empathize with the challenges that keep you awake at night, especially when it comes to hiring – because we’ve been there ourselves.

In a sea of candidates, identifying the true rockstars can be an overwhelming task. Avoiding costly misfires is paramount. Fortunately, you don’t have to navigate this process alone. That’s where we come in. At AOI, we excel at locating top-tier candidates swiftly and cost-effectively, alleviating the burden from your shoulders.

Our dedication lies in passionately assisting our clients in resolving their most pressing human capital needs. We are unwaveringly committed to serving as the vital link between exceptional candidates and dynamic organizations, ensuring mutually beneficial connections that drive success.

Speed

Recognizing the constraints of your valuable time and the exhaustive nature of sourcing engineers and top industry talent, we understand that waiting for ideal candidates to surface through job boards is not a viable option for your organization. That’s why at AOI, we operate as Talent Hunters.

Our mission is clear: we hunt down the most exceptional talent and bring them directly to you. Utilizing our expertise and resources, we undertake the task of screening hundreds of potential candidates, delivering a curated selection of 3 to 5 pre-screened, pre-qualified individuals. This process is not only expedited but also more cost-effective compared to what you and your team could achieve independently.

We pride ourselves on our speed and efficiency. At AOI, we understand the urgency of your hiring needs, and we are dedicated to swiftly providing you with the talent you require to drive your organization forward.

What We Do

At AOI, we specialize in locating, screening, and supporting your organization in hiring engineers and industry talent who embody the skills, drive, and leadership essential for your success. We understand that every company is unique, which is why we tailor our services to fit seamlessly with your individual needs, preferences, and organizational culture.

Win the Talent War with AOI Executive Search
At AOI, we help manufacturers win the battle for top-tier leadership and technical talent. We are an executive search firm laser-focused on identifying, recruiting, and securing the senior leaders and key contributors who will drive your company’s growth and performance.

Your Partner in Recruiting Industry Leaders
Headquartered in Indiana—the heartland of American manufacturing—AOI specializes in connecting manufacturers with proven, high-impact professionals. From engineers and controllers to quality managers, CFOs, COOs, CIOs, and CEOs, we deliver the leadership and technical expertise your organization needs to compete and thrive.

We Understand Manufacturing. We Understand People.
We know that every company is different. That’s why we don’t offer cookie-cutter solutions. We tailor every search to align with your unique needs, culture, and business objectives—ensuring that the candidates we deliver don’t just look good on paper, but fit seamlessly into your organization and help you win.

Full-Cycle Search. Real Results.
AOI handles the entire hiring process—from identifying and screening top candidates to facilitating offers and onboarding—so you can stay focused on running your business. Our deep manufacturing expertise and rigorous process allow us to consistently deliver the leaders and industry talent who make a difference.

At AOI, your success is our mission.
When you partner with us, you’re not just filling a position—you’re building a stronger, more competitive future for your company. Let us help you secure the talent that will shape what’s next.

What We Do

We are a Professional to Executive recruiting firm offering both contract and permanent hire service models on a retained basis. We have over 30 years of business ownership experience and many successful placements in manufacturing. AOI will help you win the talent race.
AOI offers permanent hire, contract hiring solutions to meet the unique needs of our manufacturing clients.
Our game plan identifies, recruits, formulates winning offers, and assists in hiring the candidates that make your company successful. Hire AOI and we'll help you Win the Talent War.

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Recognizing the paramount importance of human capital in the manufacturing sector, we understand the urgency behind making precise hires to ensure your company’s success. At AOI, we specialize in providing tailored solutions to help you emerge victorious in the talent war. Whether you’re seeking skilled engineers or pivotal executives, we stand prepared to swiftly address your most pressing human capital requirements.

We Listen to Your Unique Needs

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    100% Success

    Your Success is Our Success 100%
    C-Suite Placements 96%
    Senior-Level Placements 95%
    Mid-Level Placements 93%

    OUR APPROACH

    First, foremost, and more than anything else, understand that companies come to us when they need better results. Maybe you tried hiring on your own and got nowhere. Perhaps you actually hired someone–only to have them fail within the first 18 months. Either way, you are not alone. In fact, studies have shown that 58% of new executive hires fail within the first 18 months, a costly proposition for the organization.

    THE RIGHT EXECUTIVE SEARCH SOLUTION CAN CHANGE YOUR HIRING STATISTICS

    Second, understand that different executive search firms have different processes and standards. AOI is different in that our proprietary process, we refer to as the 5 Pillars of Success, increases the odds of long-term success. This process, if employed in its entirety, allows AOI the liberty of providing longer than industry average guarantees and provides our clients with peace of mind that we understand their operation, their human capital needs, and their vision for the future.

    Compensation Consulting

    You cannot know everything.  There are times when a consultant is invaluable. We will advise and make recommendations that will make you offer more attractive to top-level candidates. Our compensation analysis service helps our clients win the talent war.

    Compensation Consulting

    You can’t know everything.  There are times when a consultant is invaluable.  We will advise and make recommendations that will make you offer more attractive to top-level candidates.  Our compensation analysis service helps our clients win the talent war.

    Leadership Training

    Employees don’t quit jobs, they quit bad managers.  AOI provides training and coaching for mid and senior level managers.  From effective communication development to accountability and programs that establish defined expectations.  AOI helps your managers with developing structure for employees to reduce misunderstandings and lack of protocols.

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    What Our Clients and Candidates Say
    About Us

    "Miles and his team never fail to find the types of employees we need. We've used AOI for multiple searches and will continue to use them in the future." E. Welp, Director of Operations for Reflexallen, USA

    At AOI, we are passionate about helping successful people and successful companies come together where both will thrive.

    With over a quarter century of corporate ownership, civic engagement and community involvement, we have the relationships and the skill sets to help our clients identify and hire the leadership that transform their organizations.

    Let’s meet to confidentially discuss your most pressing human capital needs.

    Miles Nelson

    - President

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