The benefits of on-the-job manufacturing training
On-the-job training is a powerful tool for skill development & workforce enhancement in today's rapidly evolving job market. It has become an integral part of modern workforce with multiple benefits
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Recruiting and Retention
SMX Quarter 2 2023 Recruiting & Wages Report
There are signs of recovery in market conditions and others that indicate we may slip farther into a recession. Q2 was strong but it’s hard to say if it will hold with so many unpredictable factors.
Specialized roles filled 100% by expert recruitment team
Our RPS team helped start the first 6 clients in less than 2 weeks and ended up with a 100% fill rate.
Relationship building and delivering results leads to client expansion
Our Recruitment and Placement Solutions (RPS) team started by assigning a lead recruiter to the account.
Effective communication ramps up hiring for airport hospitality client
The client was facing a variety of hiring challenges when they contacted our Recruitment and Placement Solutions (RPS) team.
Building a better manufacturing work culture starts with a new mindset
An unhealthy manufacturing work culture can have negative consequences. The first step in changing this type of environment, and its effects, requires a shift in mindset.
SMX Quarter 1 2023 Recruiting & Wages Report
After Q1, it’s difficult to say where 2023 will head. Our report dives into what employers need to know right now and how to prepare your operation for the months ahead.
5 lesser-known skills veterans possess that are essential for success in light industrial companies
Light industrial companies require employees with specific knowledge and skills, and veterans are well-suited for these roles due to their unique experiences. Explore their lesser-known skills here!
5 staffing and recruiting trends in 2023
Methods used to attract and retain talented employees often vary from one year to the next. Here are five staffing and recruiting trends that we are expected to see in 2023
Investing in people vs equipment: how to tell when to focus on one over the other
Two things that can greatly contribute to or detract from a business’s level of success are its people and its equipment. Here are some signs to look for on which to invest in at the moment
Mind of the Associate 2023 [Guide]
We went straight to the source to ask what makes operations stand out in this market. This guide offers research from associates and suggestions on how to tweak your operation to get the best results
5 ways to invest in your employees (and why you should)
Lower turnover rates, the ability to attract more talent, a reduction of misdirection issues and greater employee motivation are results of investing in your employees. How can you? Here are five ways
4 strategies to help your employees develop a gig-worker mindset
There are several benefits of having employees develop the same mindset as gig workers. Here are four strategies that can help your current employees start to think—and behave—like a gig worker.
Research-backed benefits of flexible shift schedules in an industrial space
Employee schedules in an industrial environment are typically fairly rigid. While this makes sense from an operational standpoint, there are a few benefits to flexible schedules in manufacturing.
Hiring Veterans at Your Company: A Quick Guide
Many veterans are uniquely qualified to become truck drivers but may not realize it. With some recruiting tweaks and the right resources in place, you can provide veterans with new job opportunities.