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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.
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
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.
How to get your job posting to draw in top talent
Job posts are more than just a starting point for finding your next employee. If done right, they’ll draw in only the most qualified and experienced applicants.
Quarterly Jobs and Wage Report [Quarter 2 2022]
We’re now more than halfway through the current year and the nation has endured some extreme statistics—some are hopeful, and others are alarming. Here is a brief look at a few of them.
Summer 2022 recruitment trends
Worker shortages continue to plague businesses across the nation. If you’re looking to recruit new workers, staying up on the latest recruitment trends can help you stay competitive.
We can help with more than industrial: How RPS can recruit for all your open positions
You may think of Staff Management as experts in industrial staffing. And we are. But we are also so much more. Our RPS team can help you find qualified candidates across a variety of sectors.
4 tips for attracting and hiring veterans to your company
Many veterans are uniquely qualified to work in the light industrial space, including maintenance, machine operations and logistics, but may not realize it. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
How childcare impacts the workforce
The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected many industries, childcare being one. Several childcare providers have shut their doors in the past couple of years. How has this impacted the workforce?
5 steps to building a disability-friendly workplace
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was created to ensure that people with disabilities can participate in life equally. Here’s how to create a disability-friendly workplace.
4 ways employers can better support a multilingual workforce
Trying to support a multilingual workforce can be a bit more complex than supporting workers who only speak one language. Here are a few strategies that can help.