Knoxville, TN – Blue Rock Search is pleased to have partnered with Parker Aerospace to place Chris McClanahan as the organization’s new Site HR Manager – Glendale.
Parker Aerospace is a global leader in the research, design, manufacture, and service of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for aerospace and other high-technology markets. An operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, it has seven divisions in 44 facilities in the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Parker Aerospace’s products are used on aircraft manufactured around the world.
McClanahan joins Parker with over 20 years of HR experience. He previously served seven years as HR Manager for the Ball Corporation, where he led initiatives and activities around recruiting, employee engagement, development, succession planning, and more, all in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Alongside his extensive experience in change management and strategic planning, McClanahan brings critical experience in areas such as safety initiatives, risk management, and employee relations.
Brad Grieco, Director of Executive Search at Blue Rock Search, said, “Blue Rock Search was pleased to work with Parker on the search for their Site HR Manager in Glendale, AZ. Today’s competitive talent marketplace requires dedicated, skilled HR leadership to attract, retain, and develop top talent and to meet growth and profitability goals. Chris McClanahan brings a deep and multi-dimensional HR background and a strong ability to balance employee advocacy with a focus on overall strategic business planning. We look forward to seeing him play a key role in Parker’s ongoing success.”
About Blue Rock Human Capital
Blue Rock Human Capital (BRHC) is a minority-owned firm delivering full-spectrum human capital solutions to help organizations thrive through growth and change. Ranked among Hunt Scanlon’s Top 10 global recruiters and ranked #20 on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Executive Recruiting Firms, BRHC combines national reach with deep industry expertise across Human Resources, Private Equity, and Higher Education.
In addition to executive and confidential search, we offer interim placements, executive coaching, talent assessment, succession planning, organizational consulting, and newly placed leader alignment—services designed to unlock potential across the employee lifecycle. Founded by Ruben Moreno, a recognized leader in culture-aligned executive placements, BRHC is your trusted partner in building a people-centered, high-performing future.