The Importance of Candidate Credentials
NIMS certifications will only continue to grow in importance in a local precision manufacturing market with such a strong presence of medical device companies. Certifications offer candidates a significant edge in job competition as these Twin Cities employers seek greater and greater levels of assurance that prospective employees can deliver what is required in the workplace. Why? Medical device employers live in a world governed by ISO 9000 and FDA “traceability” standards. They are required at the macro-level to certify they can perform at defined levels of excellence with respect to their ultimate experience and satisfaction of their customers. These…
Surefire Ways to Scare Away a Candidate
You work hard to promote your company and get in front of top talent to fill key positions. Once you have secured an interview, Mr. Graham Winfrey of Inc. cautions you on the following to prevent your candidate from running out the door! Turnover talk. Be clear and explain why you are hiring. If it is due to growth in your operation be sure to make that clear. You don’t want top talent to think people are leaving your company in droves. Be prepared for a candidate to ask you, “What happened to the person in this position before me?”…
Improve Morale on the Shop Floor
Happy employees are more productive and easier to retain long-term. As their leader you play an important role in keeping them satisfied with their work. Sometimes it is a simple statement or question that can make a big impact on employee morale. Geoffrey James reminds us of these simple acts in a recent Inc. article. “I need your help.” When your employees feel like they are a valued partner, they feel more invested in the company and in the operation. “What do you need from me?” Employees may have mixed feelings about asking for assistance – some might think they…
Beat the Summer Heat: Work in Manufacturing
Summer is definitely here! In Minnesota and Wisconsin – if we are lucky – we are feeling the heat and not just the mosquitoes. Now is a great time to take a look at the job opportunities available in the local precision and medical device manufacturing market. Manufacturing is often overlooked as a great career opportunity; today let’s debunk some of the myths out there: Manufacturing doesn’t pay well. Not true! Today’s manufacturing operations require skilled workers to produce products that impact people every day. Dream It Do It of Minnesota reports that on average manufacturing jobs earn $56,000+ a…
Events Around Town: TCHRA Spring Conference
The Twin Cities Human Resource Association (TCHRA) Spring Conference is held every year as an event to highlight the role HR plays as leaders within our organizations. It is a day filled with great HR information and networking opportunities! MPS Technical had the pleasure of attending this year’s event. Taking part were Andrea Dilworth, Brooklyn Center Branch Manager, Stephanie Poirier, Edina Branch Manager, and Stacy Lindberg Branch Manger for our New Richmond, Wisconsin office. This year the conference featured several keynote speakers including David Avrin, The Visibility Coach. Mr. Avrin shared his insight of strategic branding and how we can…
Creating a Company Culture
When speaking with perspective candidates, not only must manufacturers clearly explain the job requirements and benefits, but also the workplace environment and company culture. You may think you don’t have a company culture, but more than likely you do. Take time today to identify what that culture is and develop a story to better communicate it to job seekers. As Amy Power of Entrepreneur explains, “Company culture doesn’t have to be all about massages, breakfast burritos and swag. Culture definitely matters, but its success is based more on how people feel about working for the company than ritzy perks. Real…