Working Safely in Extreme Heat: How to Stay Hydrated on the Job
With temperatures climbing across the Southeast this week, workers in outdoor, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, and other non-climate-controlled environments should take heat safety seriously. Working in extreme heat, humidity, direct sunlight, physical exertion, limited airflow, and personal protective equipment (PPE) can combine to create dangerous conditions. The good news is that practical planning can reduce risk. […]
Stronger Benefits, Stronger Workforce
How Automation Personnel Services Supports Associates Beyond Day One At Automation Personnel Services, we believe a job should do more than fill an immediate need. It should help people build stability, protect well-being, and create a path forward. That is why we continue to invest in benefits that support eligible associates both on and off […]
The Rise of Employee Ghosting
Why New Hires Are Disappearing, and What Employers Can Do About It Employee ghosting used to be unthinkable: a candidate accepts a job offer… and then simply never shows up. up. No call. No email. No explanation. Today, it’s happening across industries; from warehouse workers and drivers to managers and corporate professionals. What was once […]
I-9 Verification: Why It Is Essential for Workforce Compliance
Employers across the United States share a critical responsibility: ensuring every employee is legally authorized to work. This requirement is enforced through Form I-9 verification, a process established by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to confirm both identity and employment eligibility. While completing the form may seem straightforward, proper I-9 verification is essential […]
Emerging Recruiting Trends in 2026
Discover the emerging recruiting trends in 2026 shaping the future of hiring, from AI-powered recruitment and skills-based hiring to employer branding and workforce flexibility.
Working In Extreme Heat Safely
As much of the country experiences dangerously high temperatures, it is important to understand how working in extreme heat can pose serious, even life-threatening risks to your health. Heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heatstroke can have severe consequences, including death, making it crucial to take proper precautions when working in hot environments. Whether […]
Recruiting Trends In 2025
Bridging the Skills Gap in Blue-Collar Industries The recruiting landscape in manufacturing, logistics, and other skilled labor sectors is set to evolve significantly in 2025. Persistent challenges like widening skills gaps, rising demand for a blend of hard and soft skills, and increasingly complex job application processes are reshaping hiring strategies. To attract top talent, […]
Retaining Employees in 2024
Essential Strategies for Employee Satisfaction and Loyalty It is challenging enough to recruit top talent in 2024, however, retaining employees is an even heavier burden in today’s workplace. While the great resignation of 2021-23 appears to be behind us, people are still leaving their jobs at an alarming rate, especially in blue-collar roles in manufacturing, […]
Onboarding New Employees: 5 Effective Strategies
Onboarding new employees effectively is the first step to integrating into your company culture and setting them up for long-term success. Additionally, a well-thought-out onboarding process can significantly improve employee retention, productivity, and job satisfaction. Here are five key strategies to help you onboard new hires successfully. 1. Start Before the First Day Onboarding new […]
Streamlining Your Hiring Process
Best Practices for Manufacturing and Logistics Companies In the dynamic world of manufacturing and logistics, where efficiency is of vital importance, having a streamlined hiring process can make all the difference in meeting production demands and maintaining smooth operations. Here are some best practices for optimizing your streamlining your hiring process and ensuring that you […]