Company culture, knowledge of the organization, and relevant skills impact whether a candidate is a great match for a role. Being a culture match demonstrates that a candidate has the personality needed to work well with others. Understanding the business indicates that the candidate has a general understanding and realistic expectations of the company. Having the right skill set shows the candidate is properly equipped to fulfill the job duties and responsibilities.
Discover how company culture, company knowledge, and the necessary skill set make a candidate the right match for a position.
Company Culture
Company culture includes the mission, vision, and values that impact your work environment. It affects the norms, practices, and expectations of your employees and how they impact the business.
Your company culture influences how comfortable employees are interacting with colleagues and supervisors and sharing opinions. It also affects their interest and participation in company activities.
These are reasons why your company culture affects which candidates apply to work for your organization. The more appealing your culture is, the more candidates decide to apply for roles.
Many candidates may accept lower salaries or fewer benefits than what they currently have if your culture fits well with their personality. Also, employees who blend with your culture tend to stay engaged and productive and remain with your organization long-term.
Company Knowledge
Candidates who researched your company and the role are proactive. They have realistic expectations and are ready to begin producing in a short amount of time.
Candidates who are knowledgeable about your organization and the opportunity also enjoy learning. They stay open to gaining knowledge, skills, and experience to provide additional value to their employer.
Candidates who research your business before an interview are self-directed. They want to learn more about your products or services and customers so they can help your organization grow.
Relevant Skills
Candidates need the right mix of skills required for success in the position and your organization. This includes both hard and soft skills.
Hard skills relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Examples include lean manufacturing, continuous improvement process (CIP), fabrication technology, and product design.
Soft skills relate to how you interact with colleagues, coworkers, and leadership. Examples include communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and organization.
Demonstrating the proper hard and soft skills shows a candidate can fulfill the job duties and responsibilities. This enhances their odds of success with your organization.
Client Testimonial
Connectology understands how to successfully match candidates and employers. The following is a testimonial from one of our clients:
“I have worked with Connectology for over 10 years. They really ‘get’ the importance of matching the candidate with our company culture, along with all the other factors that make for a successful placement. Their commitment to finding the right candidate for our company is what keeps us coming back to work exclusively with them.” Lori, HR Director
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