Corporate and administrative
Executive Assistant · Office Manager · Administrative Coordinator · Chief of Staff · Receptionist · Project Coordinator
Award-Winning Appleton, Wisconsin Temporary Staffing and Executive Search Firm
Scion Staffing is an award-winning national temporary staffing agency and executive search firm located in Appleton, WI serving local, national and remote businesses in the greater midwest area.
Recognized for client and talent service
Best of Staffing talent satisfactionAwarded to Scion
Best of Staffing client satisfactionAwarded to Scion
Best of Staffing recognitionAwarded to Scion
ClearlyRated recognitionAwarded to Scion
Trusted staffing and recruiting support for the Fox Cities employers.
Unparalleled Staffing & Recruiting Services
At Scion Staffing Appleton, we provide local, remote, and national employers with top-notch staffing and recruiting services for the Appleton area, greater Wisconsin, the Midwest and national markets. Our team is focused on providing our amazing clients with incredible talent options that match your unique working requirements and culture. Through innovative team building and recruitment solutions, we close the gap in temporary staffing, contract-to-hire employees, direct-hire contingent search, as well as executive search needs. Our specialized staffing divisions serve six areas: Corporate/Startup, Information Technology and Engineering, Creative & Marketing, Nonprofit & Foundation, Retained Executive Search and Medical and Health. Within each of our specific divisions, we have experienced local recruiters who specialize in providing placements across a wide variety of departments and verticals. We are experts in placing a wide spectrum of talent for the core areas that startups, corporations, and businesses require.
An Expansive Network
The foundation of Scion is rooted in the relationships we’ve cultivated with individuals, businesses, and organizations. We offer our clients unparalleled reach into national and local networks through a national candidate network and an expanding community of qualified professionals. No matter the level of employment search service you require, our experienced and knowledgeable recruiters are ready to support you.
Our Recognition
The Business Times has recognized Scion as a leading staffing firm for Retained, Contingent, and Temporary Services for the past sixteen years running. Additionally, Scion has been awarded to the list of Best Executive Recruiting Firms in the World, and United States by Forbes. Scion has also been awarded the ClearlyRated Best of Staffing award.
Contact Us
4321 W College Ave, Suite 200 Appleton, WI 54914
Voice: 
(920) 306-4844
Appleton hiring, backed by national reach
98%+one-year executive placement retention
20 yearsfounded in 2006
1,000+completed executive searches
950K+private talent network
16M+national candidate options
50 statesstaffing and recruiting coverage
Company-wide figures supplied by Scion Staffing. Retention refers to executive placements after one year; experience is measured as of 2026.
Appleton · Local recruiting, national reach
Appleton and the Fox Cities support a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, and community organizations. Our recruiters help Wisconsin employers plan temporary coverage, direct hire searches, and leadership hiring around the needs of their local teams.
What we recruit for
Specialized talent for Appleton teams
Across the Fox Cities, our recruiters support manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, and community organizations. Recent searches and staffing assignments may call for plant operations leaders, accountants, HR generalists, and executive assistants. The examples below show the range of functions and seniority our divisions can support.
Finance and accounting
CFO · Controller · Senior Accountant · Financial Analyst · Bookkeeper · Accounts Payable Specialist
Human resources and talent
CHRO · HR Director · HR Generalist · Talent Acquisition Partner · Benefits Specialist · Recruiter
Operations and supply chain
COO · Operations Manager · Facilities Director · Supply Chain Lead · Project Manager · Logistics Coordinator
Sales and client success
Sales Director · Account Executive · Customer Success Manager · Revenue Operations · Business Development · Sales Support
Technology and AI
CTO · Software Engineer · Data Analyst · Cybersecurity Specialist · Cloud Engineer · Help Desk Specialist
Creative and marketing
Creative Director · Designer · Marketing Manager · Content Strategist · Producer · Communications Lead
Medical and healthcare
Healthcare Administrator · Nurse Recruiter · Revenue Cycle Manager · HIM Specialist · Medical Coder · Clinical Leader
Legal services
General Counsel · Attorney · Paralegal · Legal Assistant · Compliance Lead · Legal Operations
Nonprofit and education
Executive Director · Development Director · Program Manager · Education Leader · Foundation Officer · Advancement Specialist
More hiring resources in Appleton
Explore hiring support in Appleton and the Fox Valley. Our recruiters can discuss immediate coverage, permanent professional roles, and leadership searches, then connect you with the right Scion division for the scope and timing of your hire.
Explore your options
Recruiting services for Appleton teams
Choose a hiring path that fits your timeline and your team. Explore our specialized divisions and request staff about the role you need to fill.
Temporary staffing
Flexible help for urgent coverage and project work in Appleton and beyond.
Direct hire recruiting
Build your long-term team with a tailored search in Appleton and beyond.
Executive search
Find leaders aligned with your mission and goals in Appleton and beyond.
Nonprofit staffing
Talent for mission driven organizations in Appleton and beyond.
Technical recruiting
Specialists for technology and digital teams in Appleton and beyond.
Legal staffing
Legal professionals and support talent in Appleton and beyond.
Appleton labor market · September 2026
Appleton hiring across the Fox Cities manufacturing and service economy
Appleton sits in a connected Fox Cities labor market where a downtown office search can reach a different pool than a plant-linked role in Kaukauna or Neenah. Employers need to define both the support function and worksite before judging how broad the candidate field really is.
75,452City populationCensus QuickFacts, July 2025 estimate
137,900Metro labor forceBLS LAUS, July 2026 preliminary; rounded
3.1%Metro unemploymentBLS LAUS, July 2026 preliminary
$80,483City median household incomeCensus ACS, 2020–24, 2024 dollars
130,100Metro nonfarm jobsBLS CES, Aug. 2026 preliminary; rounded
Employer clusters and the roles behind them
Manufacturing and paper
Appleton, Neenah, and nearby Fox Valley plants depend on finance & accounting, HR & talent acquisition, and operations & facilities teams alongside production staff.
Healthcare and education
Health systems and Fox Valley Technical College connect care and training across Appleton and Grand Chute. Healthcare administration, IT/technology, and executive support keep these organizations coordinated.
Retail and corporate services
Downtown Appleton and the College Avenue corridor mix regional offices, retailers, and service firms. Sales & customer success, marketing & communications, and finance & accounting support their customer operations.
Logistics and distribution
The I-41 corridor ties Fox Cities distribution sites to Green Bay and Oshkosh. Their support roles include operations & facilities, HR & talent acquisition, and IT/technology.
Reading the latest metro employment change
Manufacturing grew 1.2% year over year in preliminary August 2026 metro data, while trade, transportation, and utilities fell 3.2%. Leisure and hospitality declined 3.9%. These broad sectors help set context, though the availability of a plant accountant or healthcare administrator still depends on the specific brief.
Metro employment change · August 2026 vs. August 2025
| Sector | Change | Source and period |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | +1.2% | BLS CES, Appleton metro, Aug. 2026 preliminary vs. Aug. 2025 |
| Trade, transportation & utilities | -3.2% | BLS CES, Appleton metro, Aug. 2026 preliminary vs. Aug. 2025 |
| Financial activities | -3.3% | BLS CES, Appleton metro, Aug. 2026 preliminary vs. Aug. 2025 |
| Leisure & hospitality | -3.9% | BLS CES, Appleton metro, Aug. 2026 preliminary vs. Aug. 2025 |
| Government | +2.6% | BLS CES, Appleton metro, Aug. 2026 preliminary vs. Aug. 2025 |
| Information | -7.7% | BLS CES, Appleton metro, Aug. 2026 preliminary vs. Aug. 2025 |
Source: BLS Current Employment Statistics for the Appleton metro, preliminary August 2026 versus August 2025. Horizontal bars compare published year-over-year percentage changes.
Where our search reaches
We recruit across Appleton, Grand Chute, Neenah, Menasha, Kaukauna, and the wider Fox Cities. I-41 travel and the difference between a downtown schedule and a site-based shift can change the reachable pool. Share the worksite and on-site cadence before outreach begins.
What this means for your hiring
- State the plant or office location and shift in the first role brief.
- Separate required industry knowledge from skills that can transfer across Fox Cities employers.
- Use temporary coverage for a defined project while a permanent search proceeds.
Share the function, worksite, and timing your team needs.
Sources and data notes
Appleton hiring, made practical
Fox Cities recruiting with practical local reach
Across Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, Oshkosh, and the wider Fox Cities, hiring needs can change by team, worksite, and timeline. Scion Staffing helps employers define the role and reach qualified people, while candidates can explore current opportunities and apply online.
For employers
Tell us the outcomes you need, the team this person will join, and your hiring timeline. We can build a focused search across manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, education, and nonprofit organizations and related fields.
For job seekers
Browse live listings and apply to a role that matches your experience. Recent searches may include production support leaders, accountants, HR specialists, administrative professionals, and operations managers; availability changes as employers hire.
Local detail matters
We discuss Fox Cities employers with distinct on-site and shift needs early, so employers and applicants have a clearer picture of the opportunity before moving forward.
Recognition and coverage
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Questions about Appleton
Appleton staffing and job search FAQs
Find the route that fits your next step. Employers can share a hiring brief, and applicants can review current positions online.
How can our organization hire in Appleton?
Tell us about the role, location, schedule, skills, and the result you need through our Request Staff form. A Scion recruiter will discuss the search approach and next steps for your Appleton team.
What kinds of roles does Scion recruit for around Appleton?
Our searches may cover production support leaders, accountants, HR specialists, administrative professionals, and operations managers. These are examples of roles we support, not a list of current openings. The brief and candidate market determine the right sourcing plan.
Where can I find current Appleton jobs and apply?
Use our online Search Jobs page to review live openings and apply to a specific position. Listings change, and each posting explains its requirements and work arrangement. You do not need to visit an office to apply.
Does Scion support employers beyond Appleton itself?
We work with organizations across Appleton, Neenah, Menasha, Oshkosh, and the wider Fox Cities. Tell us the actual worksite or remote policy so we can reach candidates for whom the opportunity makes sense.
Can you help with temporary staffing, direct hire, and executive search in Appleton?
Yes. We can discuss contract staffing, direct hire recruitment, and executive search based on the seniority, duration, urgency, and scope of the role. Your dedicated recruiting contact can recommend a practical process.
How do you approach hiring in Appleton's key industries?
We shape the search around the role rather than treating manufacturing, healthcare, professional services, education, and nonprofit organizations as interchangeable markets. We clarify the experience, operating context, and Fox Cities employers with distinct on-site and shift needs before reaching out to qualified people.
What should applicants check before applying for Appleton opportunities?
Review schedule, location, and required experience before applying, particularly for roles tied to on-site operations. Then read the posting's skills and application instructions, and apply online to the role that fits your background.
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