Archive for February 2020
The Best Kept Secrets About Employee Retention
According to a 2016 Gallop report, 88% of employees in the U.S. have a job that doesn’t engage and satisfy them. This general lack of engagement helps explain why so many companies struggle with retention. In metalcasting, employee retention ensures consistent quality and team dynamics. The following insights represent some of the best kept secrets…
Read More4 Signs You Should Work in Metalcasting for a Living
Metalcasting is more than just pouring metal. The industry offers many exciting career paths in business management, chemical engineering, accounting, safety management, metallurgy, and more. If you’ve ever wondered about this industry and felt drawn to lean more, maybe it’s time examine what makes it unique. Here are four signs you should work in metalcasting…
Read MoreYou May Need to Rethink Your Employee Incentive Program
In the metalcasting industry, foundries need strong employee incentives if they want to attract and retain talent. As with most heavy manufacturing sectors, it has become increasingly difficult for companies in metalcasting to appeal to younger professionals. Here are some signs you need to rethink your employee incentive program. Burnout Metalcasting can be hot, physical…
Read MoreAvoid These Common Interview Mistakes
Every time you go on an interview for a metalcasting job, you are going to be evaluated by the hiring manager. Mistakes are going to happen from time to time since interviewing can be a stressful time. Yet, some mistakes are harder to recover from than others. If you want to increase your chances of…
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