Soft skills can be loosely defined as those skills that make a workplace run more smoothly. Hard skills are specifically task-oriented, such as driving a forklift or operating a machine. But soft skills easily transfer between industries – and, increasingly, manufacturing employers are prioritizing them. Here are a few soft skills that can land you… Read More »
The labor market as a whole remains tight, with low unemployment and The Great Reshuffle making it tough for companies to attract and retain top talent. The manufacturing and distribution space also faces additional challenges, as “reshoring” – bringing manufacturing back to the United States – means a surge in open positions. With Baby Boomers… Read More »