In today’s competitive labor market, it’s critical for companies in manufacturing and distribution to put their best foot forward to find, hire, and retain the candidates and employees needed  to succeed.

Use these tips to up your hiring game to attract and retain the best talent:

Competitive Pay

Make sure your compensation is helping you attract the best talent – research market rates and review your wage/salary and benefit packages regularly to ensure they are comparable to your competitors.

Career Development Opportunities

Offer growth and advancement opportunities, and inform candidates and new hires of what’s available to them. Training is a big plus and adds value to your benefits.

Work Environment

Create a positive work culture that promotes teamwork, safety, and esprit de corps, to attract and retain top talent. Job satisfaction has a direct impact on your company’s retention rate.

Streamline Your Hiring and Onboarding Processes

Keep it simple – the more steps in your hiring process, the greater the risk of losing candidates at each step. Communicate with candidates as they move through the process. Onboard candidates as efficiently as possible to reduce delays with their start date.

Partner with Colleges & Universities

Collaborate with local technical colleges, research universities, and vocational schools to identify and introduce your business to new talent ahead of the competition. Consider apprenticeship programs or internships to give candidates hands-on experience and build your company’s brand.

Phillips Staffing Can Help!

Whether you are looking for short-term needs or long-term employees, Phillips Staffing can help you attract, hire, and retain top talent for your manufacturing or distribution business. Phillips Staffing has been serving Greenville and Upstate South Carolina for more than 55 years. Contact us today to learn how we can help!