The manufacturing industry is changing dramatically across the globe- but while technology has evolved over the last decade, changing the landscape of the industry, relying on a top notch labor force hasn’t changed. In today’s global marketplace, human resource professionals need to stay innovative and forward thinking in how they sell their company to potential… Read more »
Every year thousands of workers suffer from job related injuries, which in some cases have been fatal. The office of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued some new updates regarding safety equipment for on-site employees. These updates include protective equipment, equipment labeling, personally owned equipment, hazard assessment and design, and training. Job safety… Read more »
While having things bubble and blow up in a science lab is usually a good sign of progress, in a business environment it could spell disaster. The ability to work well in a team is not just a wish list item HR staff are hoping for in candidates, but one that is necessary for both… Read more »
Can you explain viscous flow? How about the difference between inertia and the moment of inertia? Do you know how to use AutoCAD? If you’re preparing to interview for a mechanical position you had better brush up on your mechanical, hydraulic and electrical terminology. These basic principals of mechanics 101 are what hiring managers expect… Read more »
You have one job opening-one, yet you have hundreds of resumes to weed through for this one position. While this may not seem like a bad problem to have, it can be if it means spending unproductive hours of your time siphoning through mediocre resumes to find the select few that meet the criteria of… Read more »
Social media continues to take an increasingly mainstream role in the hiring and retention of top talent. Not surprisingly, it’s a key aspect of strategy used by best-in-class employers as they enhance their brands and employee value propositions. In fact, the leveraging of social media platforms is fundamentally changing the way we work. As the… Read more »
Every year, nearly 25 percent of the working population undergoes a job transition. This includes 50 percent of hourly workers who leave their jobs within the first four months and 50 percent of senior hires who make a job change within 18 months. The Society for Human Resources Professionals (SHRM) estimates that the current attrition… Read more »
Top-performing job candidates have their choice of positions – and their experience during the hiring process can be a deal breaker as they make their final decision. Candidates who have a positive experience hit the ground running and tend to have a strong sense of loyalty to their new organization. Those who are not hired… Read more »
In the industrial machinery industry, machine guarding is a barrier placed on machinery to prevent operators from reaching into moving parts and lowers the chance of injury. Specifically, machine guards protect against: Flying chips or debris Kickbacks Direct contact with moving parts Splashing of metal or harmful liquids Mechanical and electrical failures Potential human errors… Read more »
Do you need a resume when looking for a manufacturing job? If you want to get hired – the answer is YES! In today’s highly competitive job market, manufacturing job candidates need strong, professional resumes to help them stand out from the crowd. Think about how many times you’ve picked up a magazine while waiting… Read more »