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How to Apply for Mechanical Engineering Positions

Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for your first job, or looking for a new career opportunity in the field, finding the right mechanical engineering job can be a daunting task. Here are some helpful tips to help you find a job that’s the right fit for you. How To Find Mechanical Engineering Positions If you do a quick Google search, you’ll find that there are many online job posting platforms are available. This is a good start, but it can take some time to look through all the results and find the right position that works for you. Time...

How to Maximize Employee Satisfaction to Increase Retention

Employees are a crucial asset to your business. A loss of an employee is a loss of institutional knowledge, skills, and money. As an employer, what can you do to increase the retention of your employees and keep them happy? First and foremost, you have to communicate. Communicating with your employees is something that you should be doing on a regular basis. In doing so, you’ll be able to receive insight into how they feel working for your company. Questions to Ask Current Employees Michelle Benjamin, writing for thomasnet.com, recommends that you ask these questions to stay in...

How to Answer the “Tell Me About Yourself” Question

One of the most common questions in an interview is the traditional ice breaker, “tell me about yourself”. This question can be tough for some, especially if you’re not one to brag about how great you are. It can also be hard to know what information to go into, and if you should stick strictly to your experience or sprinkle in some personal interests as well. There are definitely things that you should be taking into account when you’re asked this question, and we’ll cover what they are in this article so you can be prepared. How to Answer the...

How to Contact an Engineering Recruiter on LinkedIn

If you’re looking for a new engineering position, contacting an engineering recruiter can help make the job search easier. An engineering recruiter has the experience to match you to your ideal position, but with the overwhelming number of recruiters on LinkedIn, it can be difficult to know what to do. This article will walk you through how to find an engineering recruiter on LinkedIn and how best to reach out to them. What is an Engineering Recruiter? A career recruiter (or job recruiter) is someone who finds qualified candidates and matches them with open job positions. An engineer recruiter is...

How to Take Manufacturing Digital

If there’s one thing that 2020 and 2021 have made abundantly clear, it’s that companies need to be ready now to implement digital alternatives. While manufacturing is still very much a hands-on industry, there are still ways to take pieces of the process digital – by undergoing digital transformation. What is Digital Transformation? Digital transformation is the process of integrating digital processes into the manufacturing process. There are two most common ways this takes form in manufacturing: Adoption of Industry 4.0 - Industry 4.0(i4.0) is the marriage of manufacturing automation processes with modern smart technology capabilities. In essence, industry 4.0...

Tips for Hiring and Retaining Gen Z Employees

Gen Z is growing up and entering the workforce. With the oldest Gen Z members in their early 20s, companies can’t afford to ignore this crucial demographic. But like every generation, Gen Z has its own preferences when it comes to work, social issues and communication. Unlike older generations such as Boomers or Gen X, Gen Z doesn’t enter the workforce with the expectation that they’ll have the same career for decades to come. They grew up during several economic crashes and sweeping changes to the cultural landscape. Gen Z is less likely to stick around with a company they...

5 Benefits of Sustainable Manufacturing

Sustainability in manufacturing has been a hot-button topic in recent years, but some organizations are still hesitant to make the switch. Sustainability in manufacturing goes beyond just adding green initiatives to the production process. Planning with sustainability in mind means minimizing waste and impact, but also incorporating long term profitability of an organization. Fortunately, thoughtful sustainable manufacturing is both profitable and enticing for skilled workforce. These are five of the benefits you can expect out of sustainable marketing. 5 Benefits of Sustainable Manufacturing Operational efficiency – Adding automation to some manufacturing processes can reduce waste and costs and improve safety...

What are the Best Jobs for a Mechanical Engineer?

A career in mechanical engineering is competitive and rewarding. Whether you are just graduating or further along your career path, specialization options are vast. Mechanical engineering is one of the oldest and most diverse of all the engineering fields, and now includes subdivisions of various disciplines. So what are the best jobs for a mechanical engineer? Let’s break down some places to start answering that question. Know Your Options One of the benefits of mechanical engineering is how well it can translate into other positions. Of course, jobs labeled as “mechanical engineer” are always a good place to start, but...

Tips for Recruiting Manufacturing Workers

Recruiting manufacturing workers is more complex than simply advertising for a position online. The manufacturing industry is one that’s notoriously challenging to find qualified recruits. Before you begin searching for new candidates, keep these tips in mind to find the best job seekers. 1. Deepen Your Candidate Pool When looking for new workers – particularly to fill highly-specialized positions – you need to cast a wider net. The Balance Careers suggests improving your candidate pool by: Developing relationships with university placement offices and job recruiters. Enabling current staff members to participate in industry professional associations and conferences where they can...

5 Red Flags in Job Postings to Watch Out For

Applying for jobs online is an arduous, time-consuming process. Even more time-consuming is chasing down a job offer that ends up being nothing but a waste of time, effort or money. While you can’t always spot danger, recognizing these 5 red flags in a job posting will help you avoid trouble. 1. Vague Job Descriptions Be wary of job postings that are unclear about the actual position itself. This can include contradictory language in the title itself – such as “Entry-Level IT Manager.” If the description of the job fails to lay out specific duties, this can also be a...

Tips for Manufacturing Employees Returning to Work

When COVID-19 first hit, many “non-essential” manufacturing employees were either not working or working reduced hours. As these employees return to full time work, they may find their body has been deconditioned. Restarting work after reduced physical activity can put you at higher risk of developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). If you’re feeling the fatigue when returning to work, try these tips from Occupational Health & Safety: 1. Review Workstation Inventory Before beginning your shift, make sure everything is where it should be and that all your tools are working properly. If you notice anything off, report it to your supervisor...

5 Steps to Guide Your Production Team Through the Adoption of Industry 4.0

Manufacturing is in an era of transformation. The internet of things, artificial intelligence and big data analytics have changed the way work is organized. And technology like 3D printing, cyber-physical systems and quantum computing have changed how products are manufactured. Demand created availability for tech to be scaled for production processes. IT has found its way to the shop floor. In the face of change teams sometimes struggle to transition effectively. Here is our how to guide for leading your production team through industry 4.0. What is Industry 4.0? Industry 4.0(i4.0) is the marriage of manufacturing automation processes with modern...

How to Find Temporary Manufacturing Jobs Online

Skilled temporary workers are in high demand, especially in manufacturing. As a result of the rapidly evolving convenience and growing number of temporary manufacturing jobs, there are more and more opportunities for gig workers. Temporary work gives you flexibility and the opportunity to learn and grow your skillset more quickly than permanent employees in a set position. Here’s how to find temporary manufacturing jobs online. Start with a Strategy To be a successful manufacturing gig worker, there is a little strategy needed so that you take the jobs you want, grow your skills and make enough money to make temporary...

How to Apply for Jobs Online Before Unemployment Benefits Run Out

If you were furloughed or are currently on unemployment, now is the time to start applying for jobs online. If you are unsure how to begin this process, here are Strom’s tips on how to apply for jobs online. 1. Prepare your online profile and resume Social media is not just for keeping up with family, friends and news it can also be a powerful professional networking tool. Update your LinkedIn account to ensure it’s up to date and post professional interests or join the conversation on newsworthy topics. This can be as simple as liking and commenting on a...

Do’s (and Don’ts) of Video Interviews

Video job interviews are becoming more and more common – it’s easier for both employers and candidates to meet with a wide pool of people. Video interviews are taking the place of phone interviews as the technology and the will has caught up to the demand for convenience. To prepare for a video interview is not that different from phone or in-person meeting, but there are some key do’s and don’ts to prep for success. These tips from SHRM will help you get ready for any video interview. Do Test First Test your tech, picture, internet clarity, and bandwidth before...

Top Tips to Finding the Right Candidate

Finding the right person to fill your open position can be an overwhelming task. Especially in a highly-technical field like engineering, the need to find a candidate with a specific skillset can prove arduous. Start here with these tips to manage your hiring process and find the right candidate for your open position. Outline Your Organizational Culture Company culture dictates how the goals of the organization are developed and executed. It is the functional heart of your business. Finding new staff members that will work well within your culture is at the core of finding and hiring the best talent...

10 Questions to Ask an Engineering Recruiter

Have you ever been approached by an engineering recruiter and felt like you two were speaking different languages? You’re not alone. There is often a gap between what recruiters think engineers want, and what you might be looking for. To make sure you are on the same page, here are 10 questions to ask an engineering recruiter (courtesy of Ladders.com). 1. What are the top 3 qualifications required? While the recruiter likely has a long list of what the company is looking for, there are usually 3-4 top qualifications that are requirements. Engineering positions require very specific technical expertise, but...

Risk Management and the Temp Workforce: What you need to know

Every industrial workplace needs a sold risk assessment and management strategy to minimize potential dangers, determine budgetary risks and maintain a solutions-oriented focus to reduce any negative outcomes. For the permanent workforce, this practice is well established and part of the daily routine. What is the best way to adapt to temporary staff? Risk Assessment What is risk management? First it is important to consider anything that could potential go wrong and plan to minimize those risks. It is not possible to eliminate every hazard, but the goal of the assessment is to brainstorm all possibilities. Next, determine what the...

How to Apply for Mechanical Engineering Positions

Whether you’re a recent graduate or making a career move, finding the right mechanical engineering position can be a daunting task. First, build a strategy based on your specific career needs and wants and then utilize all the tools available. Here are great tips for finding open positions, choosing the right fit and applying for your new position. How to Find Mechanical Engineering Positions Finding open positions can begin as simply as a Google search or using an online job posting platform, but that may not be the most efficient strategy because filtering all those results for what you are...

How to Support Employees’ Mental Health During COVID-19

As we transition into the new normal, for both employees working from home and those still traveling to work, mental health is critical. As a leader, you can help cultivate a supportive environment for your employees in this difficult time. Follow these tips from Raconteur on how to support your employee’s mental health during COVID-19: Communicate clearly Now more than ever, regular communication is key. It’s up to leaders to take charge and reassure employees. Employees are looking for clear, concise and timely answers. Ensure that your employees know what’s changing, why and how it will impact them. It’s also...

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