How to Get a Job as a Manufacturing Supervisor
After spending time gaining experience and advancing through the manufacturing career ladder, it’s normal to be motivated to take the next step in your career. When considering how to get a job as a manufacturing or production supervisor, you must be ready to take on more responsibility and oversee the staff, equipment, and procedures on […]
How Can Manufacturing Companies Retain Employees?
In this ever-changing economy, retaining reliable manufacturing employees is crucial to maintaining your company’s competitiveness. Losing an employee not only results in the loss of their work output but also the knowledge they have acquired during their tenure with your company. Consequently, you incur additional expenses in searching for, vetting, and onboarding a new employee. […]
Top 6 Qualities of a Good Supervisor in the Manufacturing Industry
Companies often promote employees who are exceptional at their jobs and are dedicated to the company. But they also need to consider the employee’s leadership and people skills. In many cases, the best employee lacks the necessary managerial qualities of a good manufacturing supervisor, leading to high turnover and recruitment challenges. If you want to […]
8 Challenges the Manufacturing Industry is Facing in 2023
The manufacturing industry is a vital part of the global economy, but it is not immune to challenges. In 2023, the industry will continue to face new and ongoing obstacles that will impact production, profitability, and growth. From changes in consumer demand to technological advancements, the manufacturing industry is part of a dynamic and ever-changing […]
Why Has the U.S. Lost So Many Manufacturing Jobs?
More material goods are being manufactured than ever before. However, the United States manufacturing job market has been on a steady decline since the early 2000s. Economists have varying opinions on the real reason (or reasons) why the U.S. has lost so many manufacturing jobs. At Austin Nichols, we working with individuals to find manufacturing […]
Guide to Nailing a Manufacturing Job Interview
After applying for countless jobs, you start getting calls for an interview. While the interviewing process can be daunting, your experience and skill set should be able to land you a great job—all you have to do is nail the interview. At Austin Nichols Technical Search, we know just how stressful job interviews can be, […]
As U.S. Manufacturing Jobs Grow, So Does Demand for Manufacturing Professionals
Here’s some good news: the U.S. economy is on the rebound, and the manufacturing industry has played a huge role in this positive trend, adding over $2 trillion dollars. There are currently close to 12.5 million domestic manufacturing jobs, with over 650,000 new positions having been created between 2010 and 2014 alone. As the field […]
What an Engineering and Manufacturing Technical Recruiter Brings to the Table
Technical recruiters fill a vital niche in today’s engineering- and manufacturing-driven job market. Like a general recruiter, a technical recruiter must have the abilities to identify, screen, and connect qualified job candidates with businesses. Importantly, however, a technical recruiter must also possess a nuanced understanding of technologies, as well as a deep familiarity with the […]
The True Costs of a Bad Hire
As an employee many of us have played the role of interviewee. When it comes to being on the other side of the desk as the interviewer, the role is much different and the stakes significantly higher. Once the need for a position is announced, a hiring manager knows time is of the essence and […]
A Renewed Commitment to Manufacturing Education
The manufacturing industry is in a unique predicament. Rather than not having enough jobs, the industry is instead experiencing a surplus of jobs that cannot be filled because applicants lack the necessary skill sets. Despite the level of awareness regarding the problem and the potential impact to the industry now and in the future, the […]