United Employment Associates Team
Our team offers decades of industry-specific experience both as professionals and as job placement specialists. We connect outstanding candidates with top employers nationwide and we are trusted for our accuracy, attention to detail and dedication to building long-lasting professional relationships.
Stephen S. Stauffer – President
President of United Employment Associates, Stephen has over 20 years of experience providing search and placement services to the Aggregate and Ready-Mix industries. He has built an extensive network of industry contacts and made hundreds of successful placements throughout his career. Stephen is committed to providing quality searches for candidates and client companies and understanding the specific needs of each individual he interacts with.
Having started his career serving multiple industries including Aggregate, Cement, Lime, Mining, Industrial Minerals, Asphalt, Asphalt Paving, Concrete Paving, Ready Mix, Heavy Highway Construction and Construction Materials, Stephen has gained the hands-on recruiting experience necessary to make United Employment Associates a leading specialty recruiting firm in the United States. His true passion for the business is exemplified in his ability to both lead UEA’s day-to-day activities while simultaneously running his own desk and industries.
Stephen is an active member of the National Ready-Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA), the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA).
Richard L. Stauffer – Executive Search Consultant
Dick is an Executive Search Consultant specializing in the Structural and Miscellaneous Steel Fabrication industry. He has been recruiting since 1981 after working for Bethlehem Steel Corporation, formerly America’s second-largest steel producer and largest shipbuilder.
Dick works closely with companies and candidates nationwide to fill openings and place the right candidates in various positions, such as Plant Manager, QC Manager, Production Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, Detailing Manager, Chief Estimator, Estimator and Detailer.
Bannon C. Dencler – Executive Search Consultant
Bannon is an Executive Search Consultant specializing in the Heavy Civil Construction and Asphalt Production industries. Since joining the firm in 1998, Bannon has gained over 15 years of recruiting experience with United Employment Associates.
Bannon works closely with companies and candidates nationwide to fill openings and place the right candidates in various positions, such as Vice President, Operations Manager, Plant Manager, QC Manager, Superintendent, Project Manager, Chief Estimator, Estimator, Asphalt Plant Operator, Highway Construction Foreman and QC Technician.
Bannon holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Johnson and Wales University.
Kasey Crouthamel – Executive Search Consultant
Kasey is an Executive Search Consultant specializing in the Steel Producers, Steel Service Centers & Metals Recycling / Scrap Industries. Prior to joining United Employment in March 2017, Kasey specialized in talent acquisition and human resources management within the technology space. She has an extensive background in full life-cycle recruitment, employee retention, learning & development, benefits & compensation and strategic organizational development.
Kasey prides herself in finding top-notch talent and building world-class collaborative cultures. Kasey partners with companies and networks candidates nationwide to fill openings and find opportunities in various positions such as:
- Presidents
- Vice Presidents
- General Managers
- Maintenance Managers
- Production Managers
- Buyers / Procurement Managers
- Terminal Managers
- Production Supervisors
- Buyers/Traders (Ferrous/Non-Ferrous)
- Regional Sales Managers
- COOs
- Operations Managers
- Plant Managers
- Director of Sales
- Yard Managers
- Shredder Managers
- Maintenance Mechanics
She holds a B.A. in Spanish & Communications from Kutztown University and has completed the Masters Certificate program in Human Resource Management from Villanova University.
Corey Belletiere – Executive Search Consultant
Corey is an Executive Search Consultant specializing in the Demolition Industry. Corey holds a degree in Business Administration. Prior to joining United Employment in January 2017, Corey worked for an insurance company, learning how to analyze clients’ needs and fulfill them accordingly. Corey works closely with companies and candidates nationwide to fill openings and place the right candidates in various positions.
Kayla Mjaatvedt – Executive Search Consultant
Kayla is an Executive Search Consultant specializing in the Industrial Minerals, Mining and Specialty Chemicals industries. Prior to joining United Employment, she served as the Director of Operations for a company, leading efforts in recruiting/staffing, marketing / event planning, bookkeeping, procurement, inventory analysis, and more. Kayla holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from Seton Hall University.
Kayla works closely with companies and candidates nationwide to fill openings and place the right candidates in various positions, such as:
- Senior Management
- Operations Managers
- Mine Managers
- Controllers / CFO
- Plant Managers
- Mill Managers
- Safety Representatives / Managers
- Geologists
- Engineering:
- Project Engineers
- Project Managers
- Engineering Managers
- Process engineers
- Electrical Engineers
- Mining Engineers
- Chemical Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Structural Engineers
- Human Resources
- Maintenance Managers
- Maintenance Supervisors
- Mobile Equipment Managers
- Procurement Managers
- Performance Improvement Managers
- Quality Control Supervisors / Managers
- Drilling & Blasting Managers
Brittany Elder – Office Administrator/Office Manager
Before joining United Employment Associates in January 2017, Brittany worked for National Vision Inc. for 7+ years. Brittany is United Employment Associates’ Office Administrator/Office Manager and therefore the primary point of contact for clients and candidates. She prepares, reviews and processes documentations such as resumes, invoices, fee agreements, etc. Brittany is responsible for outgoing correspondence and maintaining office efficiency and inventory.
Alyssa Pintande – Assistant Office Administrator
Alyssa is United Employment Associates’ Assistant Office Administrator and therefore the primary point of contact for clients and candidates. She assists the Office Manager with documents, resumes and data entry. Alyssa is responsible for outgoing correspondence and maintaining office efficiency.
Alyssa has been working in the administrative field for over 3 years and has been with United Employment since January 2017.
