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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.
Staff Management | SMX named one of America’s Best Temporary Staffing Firms by Forbes
Cementing its status as a leader in recruiting and staffing, Staff Management | SMX ranked No. 39 on Forbes’ America’s Best Temp Staffing Firms 2023 list.
Staff Management | SMX Celebrates their 35th Anniversary
Happy Anniversary Staff Management | SMX! Celebrating 35 years of connecting people with meaningful work!
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
10 compliance regulations you need to know for 2023 [Guide]
Employment regulations on the state, local and federal level are no strangers to change. This guide is designed to help you understand the biggest employment compliance trends
Staff Management | SMX among TrueBlue companies to win Top Workplaces in USA award
Staff Management | SMX, a part of TrueBlue’s PeopleManagement division, for the third year in a row earned the Energage 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, along with other TrueBlue companies.
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
Staff Management | SMX Recognized by Clients for Service Excellence with ClearlyRated 2023 Best of Staffing Diamond Client Award
Staff Management | SMX earned ClearlyRated’s 2023 Best of Staffing Diamond Client Award for the fifth consecutive year.
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.
Staff Management | SMX hosts Greenfield, Indiana Recruiting Center Open House
Staff Management | SMX held an Open House at their Recruiting Center in Greenfield, Indiana to show visitors the office space and speak with team members on staffing solutions and job opportunities.
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.