Packaging – Operations
Expertise in Packaging Recruitment
At Chase & Associates, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities within the packaging industry. Our extensive experience and focused approach allows us to deliver top-tier talent to your organization. We specialize in executive and managerial placements, from middle management to C-suite levels, ensuring that each candidate is not only skilled but also a perfect fit for your company’s culture and strategic goals. Our commitment to fostering long-term relationships means we prioritize your needs and aspirations, aiming to become an integral part of your ongoing success.
Advanced Recruitment Techniques
Leveraging the latest in recruitment technology and strategy, Chase & Associates offers a cutting-edge approach to talent acquisition. We utilize advanced digital tools and AI to enhance the efficiency and precision of our recruitment processes, ensuring high-quality placements that contribute to the robustness and innovation of your teams. Committed to diversity and inclusion, we also help you build a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of perspectives and capabilities, driving creativity and competitive advantage in the fast-evolving packaging sector.
TALK TO ONE OF OUR EXPERT CONSULTANTS
Michael Chase, Operations Practice Leader
Michael Chase,
Michael Chase,
Operations Practice Leader
Operations Practice Leader
THE DEAL MAKER
2ND GENERATION BUSINESS OWNER
Some people recruit. Others turn it into an art form. Michael has handcrafted more than two-hundred fifty successful placements.
Anchored by long term relationships, he has built countless management teams in the packaging industry.
Michael leads the Operations Team with areas of expertise in Director, GM, and C-Suite level placements.
Michael’s clients include early stage venture-backed start-ups and roll-ups, as well as multi-billion dollar, publicly traded companies.
Education
B.A., University of California at San Diego
Cliff Notes
Michael and his wife Allison, a child psychologist, live in Austin, Texas with their two children. Michael’s passion for his family and his obsession for golf cannot be overstated.
Trivia
Avid chef that NEVER deviates from the recipe, a skilled ping pong player, takes great pride in the fact that his son is still trying to beat him in a wrestling match, loves speciality bourbons.
Tony Blanco, Senior Recruiter
Tony Blanco,
Tony Blanco,
Senior Recruiter
Senior Recruiter
BRAVEHEART
Braveheart? Not the Scottish version, the Chicago version.
Intensely committed to our clientele, Tony brings a unique edge to our team. Competitive yet kind, driven yet personable, candidates open to his charm. This unique blend of talent opens doors that might otherwise be closed.
His expertise stretches across the vast majority of our placements in the packaging industry.
Cliff Notes
Tony lives with his daughter in Austin, Texas. When not watching Disney with his little one, he can usually be found reading a good book.
Trivia
Former stand up comedian, grew up in the heart of the Bayou, is a Survivor superfan, has a physical aversion to theme parks, and is the current ping pong champion at Chase & Associates.
Kenzie Alejos, Recruiter
Kenzie Alejos,
Kenzie Alejos,
Recruiter
Recruiter
THE SCIENTIST
Kenzie’s attention to detail is without equal.
Kenzie focuses her many organizational talents on promoting Chase & Associates globally and doing deep dive research to find top talent for our clientele. Driven by details, her ability to spot diamonds is stunning.
Her expertise extends to all aspects of our industry and clientele.
Education
B.S., Sociology with an emphasis in Criminology and a Certificate in Conflict & Resolution
Cliff Notes
Kenzie lives in Austin, Texas with a childhood friend that dates back to middle school. Also in residence, her beloved dog, Bear.
Trivia
Obsessed with anything crime related, will watch any true crime or crime related documentary, movie, series. Loves being at the lake. Big KC Chiefs and Kansas State fan!
Angelica Jaquez, Recruiter
Angelica Jaquez,
Angelica Jaquez,
Recruiter
Recruiter
TIP OF THE SPEAR
Outgoing, dependable, and highly collaborative. She sees herself as a true partner, she’s not just here to fill a seat, but to find the right person who can really support and grow with an organization.
She has spent 18 years in recruiting, working across temp, contract-to-hire, and direct hire roles for a wide range of industries. That variety has really deepened her love for this field, and she genuinely enjoys the process of connecting candidates and companies and being a trusted resource for our clients.
Cliff Notes
Angelica lives just outside of Austin with her two daughters. Weekends are filled with trying new restaurants, catching live music, wandering through local festivals, and, yes, maybe a little shopping, wink, wink!
Trivia
Die-hard Texans and Astros fan and only owns Houston team gear. She'd likely break out in hives if she ever have to wear anything Cowboys! Though, this theory remains untested, it is believed to be 100% accurate.
Laura Garza, Head of Research & Project Management
Laura Garza,
Laura Garza,
Head of Research & Project Management
Head of Research & Project Management
PRIVATE EYE
Imagine a self-sufficient, hardworking detective leaving no stone unturned in the hunt for your next purple squirrel.
Laura has these qualities in spades which help her connect top candidates and client companies using our deep expertise in the packaging industry. Her interest in recruiting was sparked by her experience interviewing candidates for hire in a previous roles.
A natural fit to the Chase team, she brings a high level of excellence to her work that benefits our clients and candidates alike.
Education
B.S., Public Relations, Texas State University – San Marcos
Cliff Notes
Laura lives with her husband and son in Anaheim, California. They enjoy playing pickleball, tennis, traveling, and cooking together.
Trivia
Loves small town living, having grown up in one just south of San Antonio… and graduated from the same high school as George Strait! Can be found tinkering with recipes to bake healthier versions of her favorite treats that actually taste good.
