We Bring TOP Talent to TOP Companies
With 27 years of experience specifically in the HVAC/R, Appliance, and Foodservice space, we navigate the talent market that general recruiters can't reach.
We work primarily with OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturers) in the HVAC, Refrigeration, Appliances, and the Food Service Industry.  We have over 35,000 Industry contacts in our database. In addition we are in a network of over 1000 recruiters, giving us access to 7M+ candidates.  
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Why THR Partners?
Specialized HCACR, Food Service, and Appliance Executive Search
We understand the unique demands of HVAC, Commercial Refrigeration, Appliance, and Foodservice Equipment manufacturing. Industry Focus. Some Positions we fill/place:
  • Engineering: VP of Engineering, Director of Engineering, Product Engineer, Design Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, and Controls Engineer.
  • Operations: VP of Human Resources, Director of Human Resources, Plant Manager, Production Manager, Supervisor.
  • Human Resources: VP of Human Resources, Director of Human Resources, Human Resources Manager, Human Resources Generalist.
  • Sales: VP of Sales, Director of Sales, Regional Sales Manager. Inside Sales Engineer
  • Supply Chain: VP of Supply Chain, VP of Purchasing, Director of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager, Purchasing Agent, Buyer.
The THR Partner's Advantage
"We bridge the gap between technical proficiency and executive leadership. Our deep network within the HVAC/R and Foodservice sectors allows us to find 'hidden' candidates that traditional job boards miss."
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THR Partners' Referral Program...
We invite you to participate in our Referral Program in which we pay you for any referral which results in a placement within a year of the referral. 
Our program pays a $500 Gift Card (Visa, Amazon, etc) for any referral that is placed by THR Partners with one of our clients within the first year of your direct referral provided the following;
  1. They are successfully employed as a result of presentation by THR Partners,
  1. THR Partners is paid by the hiring company for the placement,
  1. The candidate remains an employee in good standing for 180 days.
Please use the form below to submit your referral, our systems tracks name records with referral annotation and referral dates. 
I look forward to your participation in this exciting program and feel free to call anytime.
About Us
Managing Partner
Wayne Miller has had over 40 years experience in Consumer Goods manufacturing, having held various positions up to and including Plant Manager.  He has spent his entire career in manufacturing.  In July 1999, he began his career as an Executive Recruiter with MRI-Charlotte, a Top-Ten office out of 1,100 offices worldwide.  After only 6 months, in January 2000 he was recognized in the top-ten of all recruiters in the MRI system, #1 in manufacturing.  Mr. Miller has been recognized for  exceeding $4,000,000 Career Cash-In.  In 2003, Mr. Miller opened THR Partners.
Mr. Miller and his team recruit for any position which could be found in a Manufacturing facility, including:  Operations, Engineering, Production Control, Human Resources, Accounting, Sales, and Marketing.
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Recruitment Service Models
THR Partners offers a range of tailored recruitment solutions designed to meet your specific hiring needs, from high-volume roles to executive placements. Explore our service models below:
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Ideal For: High-volume blue collar or junior white collar roles.
Key Benefit: Eliminates screening; we deliver interested candidates directly to your inbox.
Pricing: Per-project or subscription basis.
2
Ideal For: Clients with consistent, ongoing hiring needs across multiple departments.
Key Benefit: Volume savings through reduced fees and extended guarantee periods as our partnership scales.
Pricing: Tiered contingency model.
3
Ideal For: Critical roles requiring long-term retention and ongoing support.
Key Benefit: Budget stability with dedicated THR Partners' resources, spreading costs over a 12-month period.
Pricing: Monthly installments.
4
Contingency Search
Ideal For: One-off technical or professional hires.
Key Benefit: No risk; you only pay once the right candidate is successfully placed.
Pricing: Percentage of base salary.
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Retained Search
Ideal For: Executive-level or highly sensitive leadership roles.
Key Benefit: Priority access, dedicated focus, and deep-market mapping for "must-fill" positions.
Pricing: Retainer plus milestone payments.
Contact us today to discuss which model best suits your organization's talent acquisition strategy.
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Phone: (803) 792-7511, [email protected]
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm EST
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FAQ: HVAC/R & Foodservice Recruitment: Your Questions Answered

How does THR Partners source executive talent in specialized technical industries? Unlike generalist firms, we maintain a "warm" network of leadership talent specifically within the HVAC/R, Foodservice Equipment, and Appliance sectors. We combine proactive headhunting with deep industry knowledge to identify passive candidates—high performers who aren’t actively looking at job boards but are open to the right strategic move. What types of roles do you specialize in within the HVAC/R and Foodservice sectors? We focus on mid-to-senior level leadership, including VP of Sales, Director of Engineering, Operations Leadership, and Product Management. Whether you are an OEM looking for technical innovators or a distributor needing service network leaders, we tailor our search to your specific niche. Do you offer confidential searches for sensitive leadership transitions? Yes. Many of our searches in the Commercial Kitchen and HVAC space are highly confidential. We act as a professional buffer, protecting your brand’s reputation while discreetly vetting candidates to ensure a perfect cultural and technical fit before any formal introductions are made. I’m a candidate in the Appliance or HVAC space; why should I partner with THR Partners? We don’t just "place" people; we manage careers. Because we specialize in your specific trade, we understand the value of your technical certifications and industry-specific experience. We connect you with exclusive opportunities at top-tier brands that aren't always advertised publicly. Don't see your question? Contact us Today .