February 2020

WSI Wins ClearlyRated’s 2020 Best of Staffing Client Diamond Award

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Diamond Award winners have won the Best of Staffing Award for at least 5 years in a row, consistently earning industry-leading satisfaction scores from their clients.

KALAMAZOO, MI – February 18, 2020– Workforce Strategies, Inc. (WSI), a leading staffing agency in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio, announced today that they have won Best of Staffing Client Diamond Award for providing superior service to their clients for at least five consecutive years.

In cooperation with presenting sponsor, CareerBuilder, and gold sponsors Indeed and Glassdoor, ClearlyRated’s ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Award winners have proven to be industry leaders in service quality based entirely on ratings provided by their clients. On average, clients of winning agencies are 3.3 times more likely to be completely satisfied with the services provided compared to those working with non-winning agencies.

Winners who earned the Diamond Award distinction have won the Best of Staffing Award for at least five years in a row, consistently earning industry-leading satisfaction scores from their clients. WSI received satisfaction scores of 9 or 10 out of 10 from 90.2% of their clients, significantly higher than the industry’s average of 24%.

“Our teams work hard every day to make client satisfaction a priority and we are proud and honored to be recognized for our efforts in this way. Utilizing state-of-the-art marketing and branding initiatives along with an intense focus on measuring our impact on key performance indicators that benefit our clients is our differentiator” WSI President/CEO, Jeffrey O’Brien said.

“Now more than ever, it is important for staffing firms to deliver consistently remarkable experiences to the clients and talent they work with,” said ClearlyRated’s CEO Eric Gregg. “This year’s Best of Staffing winners have shown their commitment to exceptional service, committing to not only measuring satisfaction, but taking action on the feedback. I couldn’t be more proud to showcase these industry leaders alongside feedback from their actual clients and candidates on ClearlyRated.com and applaud them for their commitment to making improvements at their respective firms!”

Here’s what clients are saying about WSI:

Jennie Negri, AbsoluteAire: “We’ve absolutely loved working with WSI. The market is tough right now finding qualified candidates but you wouldn’t even know that working with WSI. So many fantastic candidates have been sent to us. Working with WSI’s staff has been amazing. “

Angie Lynch, KENCO Logistical Services: “Great communication and understanding…very in tune with my company’s needs.”

Greg Kapus, Edwards Garment: “WSI has been a great business partner and brings people into our facility that fit our culture and consistently exceed in productivity. “

Steve Clement, Denso Air: “The local representatives have set themselves apart from other agencies by taking the time to bring people to the plant and have individuals view the specific areas they will be working in. There are few, if any, individuals who are surprised by any of the expectations. ”

Alex Carter, Carter Associates: “I would recommend them to anyone with staffing needs.”

About WSI

You know how they say actions speak louder than words? WSI is an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm because we understand the power of a positive and fulfilling workplace. We live and breathe it every day, and love helping others experience it too. Headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan, WSI also has offices in Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, and Sturgis, Michigan, northern Indiana, and central Ohio. Learn more about us at www.wsitalent.com.

About ClearlyRated

Rooted in satisfaction research for professional service firms, ClearlyRated utilizes a Net Promoter Score survey program to help professional service firms measure their service experience, build online reputation, and differentiate on service quality. Learn more at https://www.clearlyrated.com/solutions/.

About Best of Staffing

ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing® Award is the only award in the U.S. and Canada that recognizes staffing agencies that have proven superior service quality based entirely on ratings provided by their clients and job candidates. Award winners are showcased by city and area of expertise on ClearlyRated.com – an online business directory that helps buyers of professional services find service leaders and vet prospective firms – based exclusively on validated client and talent ratings and testimonials.

How to Advance Your Career in Manufacturing

With 2.7 million baby boomers expected to retire by 2025, this has created a surplus of openings within the manufacturing sector. This is the perfect opportunity for younger workers who have the drive to move up the ladder in this ever-evolving industry.

Here are 3 tips for advancing your manufacturing career:

Do the Work

It may sound obvious, but it’s key. Employees who put in the work and get results are the first to be promoted. The beautiful thing about manufacturing is that it’s sometimes easier to show your achievements since everything is tracked so closely. Whether it’s on-time shipping, customer returns, or product quality, show off your measurable accomplishments.

Communicate Effectively

Questions about your job, skills you’re interested in learning, ideas you have to streamline processes: these are all great opportunities to communicate with your supervisor. Disengagement in manufacturing employees is at an all-time high, and showing your supervisor that you’re engaged will do great things for your career.

Help Others

Teamwork makes the dream work. One of the most admirable qualities of someone in any industry is the willingness to take on projects that go above and beyond your regular duties. It shows you’re committed to the job and company itself. Additionally, don’t sit around and wait for someone else to initiate a project. If you see something that needs to be done – jump in and offer to help.

Manufacturing isn’t what it used to be. There are so many opportunities for growth, it’s mind-blowing. Whether you want to get into the tried-and-true areas of machining and assembling or want to branch out into engineering and testing, the first step is getting your foot in the door.

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What to Expect When Getting a Job Through WSI

Applying and interviewing for jobs is enough to make anyone sweat. We understand the struggle and want to make our process as easy (and comfortable) as possible. Ready to be the most prepared person in the interview waiting room? Here’s exactly what to expect when applying for a job through WSI.

Phone Screen

After you apply for a job, a phone screen is the first step. A WSI Staffing Coordinator will reach out to you for a quick chat about the job, shift, and pay rate you’re looking for. This lets us know exactly what you’re looking for so we can make sure we have openings that fit your needs. We don’t want to waste your time, so the initial phone screen reduces the risk of coming into the office only to find out we don’t have any job opportunities you’re looking for.

Interview

Congrats! You’ve made it to the interview phase. (Don’t be nervous.) When you arrive in the office, you’ll be asked to fill out paperwork (a questionnaire and tax survey) and then it’s off to the races! During your interview, our Staffing Coordinators will go more in-depth about the positions they think you’d be a good fit for. They’ll ask questions about your job history, your skills, and why you left your last position. Sometimes we may not have the perfect fit for you, but don’t worry – we’re always growing! We’ll keep your information on file and give you a call when we’ve found the perfect match.

Orientation

You made it! Once you’re offered (and you hopefully accept) a position, you’ll be required to go through orientation. This involves a drug screen, background check, paperwork, an overview of your new position, and a start date.

HERE ARE A FEW THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND:

Our conviction policies vary from client to client. It’s important to be honest with your Staffing Coordinator before we get to this step, so they can accurately assess where we can send you.
Just because marijuana is legal in Michigan, our clients still require that we test for THC.

Don’t worry – we’ve got you. Just think of us as your job search wingman (and wingwoman). If you still have questions, feel free to reach out to your local branch for any clarification.

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