Wage Price Pressure: Why You Absolutely MUST Offer Competitive Pay
To keep up in today’s job market, you must offer competitive pay and wages. Since January 2020, the average hourly rate has increased by about $3 per hour, depending on the minimum wage near you.
Trade School vs. College: Are There More Opportunities in Skilled Trades?
Is it better to get a college degree or go into the skilled trades? That’s a great question. There are no definitive, one-size-fits-all answers for sure. In this post, we’ll provide some guidance and insight
How COVID Impacted Women in the Workplace
Women left the workforce at record numbers during the COVID-19 pandemic to focus on responsibilities at home. More kids had to stay home from school, family members needed care, and women left their careers to
Strike While the Iron Is Hot: Find Great Candidates Today!
Federal unemployment benefits are ending in Kansas and Many states in the U.S. For employers, it is a great time to find candidates to fill open positions within your company. Here is how you can
Texting is the New Email: Here’s Why You Should Always Text Your Recruiter Back
Texting may still seem to be fairly casual. However, more recruiters are using text messages to communicate with candidates. While it may take a little getting used to, you should always text them back to
Staff Up Just in Time for Boeing’s Boom
The first quarter of 2022 is projected to be a busy time for many manufacturing companies. Boeing announced some of its planes will be returning to the skies early next year. Parts for 737s are
Is Temporary Work a Sustainable Career? The Short Answer is Yes!
Job seekers are often looking for full-time long-term jobs. However, opening yourself up to temporary or contract positions can help you find work faster. Not to mention, you can also have a successful career as
The Holidays Are Almost Here! Show Your Employees Appreciation with These 8 Budget-Friendly Ideas
The holiday season is a great time to show your staff that you appreciate them. Oftentimes, employers do this by sending out an end-of-year bonus or other monetary perks. However, that isn’t possible for every
Boeing on the Rise: How This Impacts Job Seekers in 2022
There has been an increased need for people who can make or paint plane parts. As Boeing plans to build more planes in the first quarter of next year, job seekers can expect to see
8 Tips to Sift Through Candidates in Today’s Hot Job Market
Finding a good candidate in today’s job market can seem like finding a needle in a haystack. Any given position may have hundreds of applicants, and not all of them are qualified. Some may be
Not Just a Job. A Career: How to Transition into a Successful Manufacturing Career
The pandemic caused a major shift in the types of jobs and careers people are pursuing. Manufacturing and light industrial jobs are hot right now. Because they are in such high demand, there is potential
A Whole New World: 7 Things the Pandemic Taught Manufacturing Companies
This pandemic brought along a lot of firsts for all of us. Employers had to adjust their daily practices to adhere to new regulations, while others had to close their doors entirely for a period