October 2013 – Trillium Staffing

Staffing Industry Statistics – It's All About The People!

Wed, 30 Oct 2013 17:48:14 +0000

Do you wonder why 90% of companies seek recruiting assistance from staffing firms? Here are a few quick facts about the industry, it’s services, and why there is so much value in outsourcing your hard to fill positions!

We hire. A lot. Staffing companies employ almost 3 million people every business day! These employees range from entry level on through executive management, allowing staffing companies to become experts in the hiring of almost anyone.

We have a pool of short term and contract employees. Have you ever tried to fill a temporary or contract position? These can be far more difficult to sell to a candidate when your company has nothing to offer them after peak season or a project is completed. Staffing firms hire 11.5 million temporary and contract employees throughout the year. Maintaining a pool of talent who is willing to work, or even prefers these types of assignments, is what we do.

Need someone full time? We’re great at that too! You may be surprised to learn that almost 80% of employees working for a staffing company work full time hours. This figure is almost even with the rest of the workforce.

Do you need a flexible workforce? We have it. About 90% of companies who partner with a staffing agency report that this gives them the ability to remain fully staffed during peak seasons.

We help build a permanent workforce solution. 80% of staffing clients report that staffing firms have provided them a good way to locate people who can become permanent employees.

We provide free training to employees. Have you struggled with on boarding new employees after an already lengthy recruiting process? Stop. 90% of staffing companies provide free training to their temporary and contract employees, freeing you of the additional time and resources.

Whether your needs are entry level, executive level, short term, or long term, an established staffing firm should be able to provide the solution. For more information on locating the right staffing firm for your business, click here or contact us today!

Want to learn more about how you can gain access to Trillium’s national network of top level talent? Contact us today! If you are a stand out in your profession and seeking contingent or long term career opportunities, visit our job seekers section for more information!

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.

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Conducting Seasonal Layoffs? Don't Miss This!

Fri, 11 Oct 2013 12:55:06 +0000

Many HR professionals and hiring managers would agree that cutting staff is one of their least favorite job responsibilities. Unfortunately, it happens. For even the most experienced managers, conducting layoffs can be a difficult situation. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you are conducting a layoff!

1. Show your staff respect and professional courtesy. Whenever possible, a layoff should be communicated in a face to face setting. Sending out a company wide email can come across as insensitive, cause speculations, and disrupt the entire workforce. Conducting an in person meeting can allow for some questions and answers, shows your employees that you share in their concerns, and can eliminate a lot of speculation and rumors in the workplace. Be prepared for a wide range of emotions and responses and understand that you may not be able to provide answers to all of their questions.

2. Be a strong communicator. Make sure that your management team has clear boundaries about what information is being shared and what must remain confidential. Having pieces of information released sporadically can cause additional emotions for your staff and cause larger issues. Set a clear and concise understanding of what information is public and be prepared to comment on only those topics during meetings, staff inquiries, etc. Make sure to communicate any updates or lack there of with your staff regularly. Employees will have a better comfort level if they are aware of what changes and developments are occurring as they happen without having to seek out information.

3. Be honest. While you may not be able to share certain details about the state of the company, business projections, or a specific individual’s future; there is always some information that you can share. If you anticipate further layoffs in the future, avoid denying it to your staff. If you have a clear idea of how many positions may be affected, be honest and upfront.

4. Offer solutions. One of the best ways to show professional courtesy to your staff members during this difficult time is to offer them some solutions. If you are aware of job opportunities in a different location, division, or department that may be viable alternatives for staff that is effected by the layoff, share the information. Do you have a staffing partner? Contact them! Many staffing agencies are industry specialized and would love an opportunity to come meet with those who are being effected and possibly provide future career opportunities. Be as flexible as possible including allowing employees to make interview arrangements during the day.

Maintaining a productive and respectful workplace is essential for any business to continue to move forward. Creating an environment that includes chaos, rumors, and gossip will work against you in the long run. While having these frank conversations is never easy, the alternative is most certainly worse.

Are you a stand out professional, technical professional, driver, or skilled worker seeking contingent, temporary, or long term career opportunities? Visit our job board for more information! Want to learn more about how you can gain access to Trillium’s national network of professionals and skilled workers? Contact us today!

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.

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Struggling to Find Production Workers?

Fri, 04 Oct 2013 19:04:46 +0000

A recent study by Monster Worldwide Inc., found that as many as 47% of manufacturing workers were dissatisfied with their current job. They also found that 49% of manufacturing workers noted that there were more job openings now than a year ago. Where does that leave manufacturing employers? Struggling to attract and maintain their staff in many cases.

The increased recruiting focus on skilled trades and technical manufacturing has left many employers with a void for entry level production workers and inspectors. In addition, with many entry level production workers being crossed trained into new roles and moving upward within the manufacturing field, vacancies are continuing to grow for machine operators, assembly workers, and general production workers. So where does that leave employers? In a constant struggle for manufacturing workers.

If you are in need of production workers, consider a partnership with an industrial staffing agency, vocational schools in your area, or career counselors. Many have access to entry level workers who are seeking an opportunity to gain full time employment, even if it is seasonal.

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.

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Hiring For Small Business

Wed, 02 Oct 2013 18:32:03 +0000

Operating a small business comes with its own share of benefits and struggles. According to a recent study by Robert Half Inc., finding skilled workers is one of small business owners greatest struggles. The recent study reports that 60% of small business owners and managers listed finding skilled workers as their company’s greatest challenge with hiring and managing staff. What makes this such a difficult struggle in small business?

Most small businesses fall below the average job seeker’s radar. When seeking career opportunities, top talent typically is chasing career opportunities with larger organizations who have a strong employment brand in their line of work. So how does a small business owner compete? Simple. Build an employment environment that top talent wants to work for and market it.

Many small business owners do not invest a lot of money into career marketing, online job boards, and other tools that get their name in front of candidates. Here are a few great ways to gain exposure for your organization in a cost effective manner:

Build group and company pages on social media. Market who you are as an organization and why candidates should desire a career with your company.
Offer referral bonuses to your current staff. No one knows better than a current employee, the benefits of working for your organization.
Network. Participate with your local chamber of commerce and other business networking groups to let others know the great things happening with your company and what type of talent you are in need of.
Partner with a staffing firm. An established staffing firm can market your organization to their existing pool of top talent and do direct recruiting for your positions. They often have their own job board and are experts and marketing the benefits of working for one of their client companies.

Many top level talent candidates are seeking a career with increased flexibility, advancement opportunities, and room for creativity. Small businesses are usually some of the best environments for these types of workplace benefits. Embrace your flexibility as an organization and the limitless growth opportunities, it’s likely candidates will notice and want to join you!

Trillium, a national leader in staffing and recruitment is a valued staffing partner to over 5,000 companies nationwide. Trillium is privately owned by Oskar René Poch.

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