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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported 484,000 manufacturing jobs in Wisconsin in October 2024, a 1% increase from the previous 12-month period. Also in October 2024, the BLS reported 319,500 manufacturing jobs in Minnesota, a 1.2% decrease from the previous 12-month period. Understanding key trends shaping the manufacturing workforce in 2025 helps employers…
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Winter workplace safety should be a top priority for your manufacturing firm. Therefore, you should begin preparing your manufacturing facility for cold months well before the weather begins to turn. Proactively preparing your manufacturing facility for cold weather enhances winter workplace safety. Showing you value your workforce elevates employee engagement, productivity, and performance. These factors…
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A strong objective statement provides a brief, compelling introduction to your manufacturing resume. The statement summarizes your relevant education, skills, experience, and qualifications; clarifies your short- and long-term career goals; and demonstrates how you can benefit the organization. Including a strong objective statement in your manufacturing resume helps you stand out, demonstrate your value to…
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Choosing between temporary and permanent hires for your manufacturing team is essential for business success. Making educated decisions saves time and money on hiring, onboarding, and training. Knowing which criteria to use to decide between temporary and permanent hires supports flexibility, stability, and cost efficiency. These factors strengthen the bottom line. Discover the benefits of…
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Attracting the next generation of manufacturing workers is essential for business growth. As a result, millennials and Gen Z are being encouraged to build manufacturing careers. Manufacturing employers must provide competitive compensation, flexibility, meaningful work, caring leadership, and career advancement opportunities to attract the next generation. These factors encourage millennials and Gen Z to build…
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Enhancing workplace safety during the summer months is essential. Because your employees are your biggest asset, you must take precautions to protect their health. Educating your manufacturing or light industrial employees on workplace safety during hot, humid weather helps keep them healthy, engaged, and productive. Minimizing the risks of working amid high temperatures and humidity…
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Working in manufacturing often includes physical demands, exposure to hazardous materials, and the psychological stress of performing repetitive tasks. Because of these unique challenges, employers must prioritize employee well-being to enhance productivity. Creating a healthier workplace supports employee engagement, performance, and productivity. The results include elevated job satisfaction, employee morale, and attraction and retention rates.…
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Virtual reality is transforming training and recruitment in manufacturing. This technology creates a virtual environment that users interact with. Employees wear virtual reality headsets that transport them to a simulated manufacturing environment to engage in tasks and procedures in a safe, controlled setting. As a result, the employees can learn from their mistakes without real-world…
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Having strategies for setting and reaching goals is important for career success. Effectively implementing these strategies helps you engage in behaviors to attain your goals. Choosing the goal-setting strategies that work best for you helps you achieve your ambitions. These methods can help. Choose among these strategies to successfully set and reach your goals. Develop…
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According to the American Staffing Association’s ASA Workforce Monitor – Winter 2023, 70% of Americans prefer in-person job interviews over video or phone interviews. Although many job seekers prefer to work remotely or hybrid, most prefer to make their first impressions in person. Advantages of In-Person Interviews In-person interviews provide many advantages over video or…
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