Five Ways to Reduce Workers’ Comp Costs
Depending on your specific occupation and industry, workers’ compensation currently exists in one of four forms: wage replacement, medical treatment, vocational rehabilitation and additional benefits. While such policies are in place to protect the rights of your workers, as well as to ensure their long-term health, workers’ compensation claims are frequently subject to fraud, embellishment […]
How To Stay Relevant As An IT Manager
While you’ve been able to stay updated and current on the latest IT trends and innovations thus far, managing a career as an IT manager while still maintaining knowledge about recent software, hardware and computer systems is not an easy task to achieve. In order to make sure that you are up to the challenge, […]
What To Do When Business Volume Drives a Need For Additional Resources
As an employer, particularly in the manufacturing industry, it’s not uncommon to experience a sudden and substantial upswing in business volume. Whether this occurs due to seasonal trends, evolving partner needs or even a recent employee departure, you may find yourself clamoring to hire some additional resources. This is much easier said than done, however, […]
How To Know If A Company’s Culture is Right For You
Determining whether or not a company’s in-house culture is right for you is never a straightforward process. While you may be able to gain a rudimentary insight into a company’s background, history, mission statement and even their future goals through a simple Internet search, developing a thorough knowledge of a company’s culture – including their […]
Why Use On-Site Management For Temp Employees
When it comes to your temporary workforce, there are a number of ways in which you can facilitate their day-to-day management and productivity. Although some employers rely on their chosen temporary agency to provide management over temp employees, some prefer to use on-site managerial personnel to ensure effective supervision, team-based cohesion and overall success. In […]
How To Leave A Good Impression At A Temp Job
We’re all familiar with the phrase: “you only have one chance to make a first impression,” and this is especially true when it comes to temporary employment. Instilling a strong sense of motivation, dedication and professional versatility within a short amount of time is not a simple or straightforward task by any means, but it […]
How To Reduce Accidents And Lower Your Insurance Rate
While staffing agencies typically cover any workers’ compensation costs for onsite accidents involving either permanent or temporary employees, an organization’s insurance premiums are still affected following a claim. As such, it’s important for companies to monitor, ensure and enforce workplace safety standards before an accident occurs. Not only is it important for the health of […]
What To Include On Resume When Applying For Automation/Controls Engineering Role
Creating a resume for use in the automation and controls engineering sector can be a daunting task, especially for those who already have an extensive career history behind them. With that in mind, it’s important to highlight your most important skills, achievements and certifications that pertain to the specific position you are applying for, as […]
Onboarding Temporary Employees
All new employees need time and assistance to get accustomed to their new work environment. However, the process for onboarding temporary employees can be more difficult to due to time constraints and other factors. Fortunately successful employers understand how to utilize the initial onboarding process as a means of easing a temporary worker into their […]
The Top Skills for Automotive Professionals This Year
Since the automotive industry is known for its ability to adapt to new trends and technology, it’s important that workers within the sector maintain a comprehensive and multifaceted skill set. While the needs of a specific employer may change from year to year, there are several traits that are commonly considered when recruiting skilled workers […]