The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that industrial production planners can make well above median wages and take advantage of career opportunities in a variety of different environments. If you have the skills and ability to work as a production planner, you can earn a good living doing interesting work that allows you to see…
Your new hire sailed through the interview process. He “wowed” HR, hit it off with the department manager and–based on his stellar resume–is more than qualified for the position. So why is he failing on the job? It could be because he’s a great interviewee–but not a high performer. In fact, there is very little…
Tips for promoting wellness during a tough time of year The eating. The shopping. The never-ending string of parties, entertaining and impromptu get-togethers. The eating. That’s right; the holidays are just around the corner! And along with all of the good times and cheer comes a ton of stress, overeating and skipped workouts. Simply put,…
When it comes to your workforce, trying to “do more with less” may actually cost you more in the long run. This eBook will show you why–and what you can do about it! Understaffing: A Risky Proposition – eBook
Here’s an example of how a fresh approach to staffing and scheduling optimized production: The Problem: A manufacturer of custom cabinetry employs a wide variety of specifically trained workers. Due to employee absences and last-minute call-offs, supervisors were spending hours every day shifting associates around to cover the spots left by absent temporary and direct…
Designing Effective Orientation Programs You carefully recruited, screened, and tested several applicants for that new position. When the time came to make a hiring decision, you confidently selected the most qualified candidate. But two months later, the new hire resigned, confessing that she “never felt part of the company.” The right first impression is everything,…