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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 Qualified Manufacturing Employees

Staffing and building a skilled, expert workforce can be difficult in any industry and manufacturing is no exception. Knowing where to look and how to attract qualified employees is at the crux of the issue. Here are some creative, and proven, ways to find the most qualified people and build your workforce. Leverage Social Media Use social media to your advantage. LinkedIn is not only for professional news sharing but also can be a powerful recruiting tool. Reach out to potential manufacturing workers, actively seeking new opportunities. You can also consider using targeted LinkedIn advertising or recruiting tools. Create a...

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...

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 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...

Adapting a Temp Workforce to Business-Specific Needs: What to Focus On

Integrating a temp workforce into your businesses is no small undertaking. It’s a challenge taking on any new employees, but when you have multiple new workers coming on at once there are some additional considerations that must be made. Talented recruits require support and proper training to seamlessly transition into your industry. Follow these guidelines when adapting a temp workforce: Make Sure Assistance is Readily Available – Before temp workers even arrive onsite for their regular shifts, ensure that you’ve deployed knowledgeable staff available to consult workers at each station. Utilizing a buddy system of sorts is worthwhile. Highlight Processes...