Posts by Borchert Associates
4 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…
Read MoreWhy Foundries Should Engage with a Recruiting Firm
The metalcasting industry is prospering right now from the recent economic boom; however, a talent shortage and critical skill gap has made it increasingly hard for foundries to attract and retain quality talent. Organizations who engage with a recruiting firm will find it easier to identify top talent and persuade them to accept an offer.…
Read MoreAttract Great Talent Through Effective Leadership
In the metalcasting industry, you need the best talent on your team if you want to succeed. It is a tight market, so it won’t be easy to find talent if you do not have exceptional leadership. Strong leadership will help you build a workplace culture that attracts top talent. Here’s how to attract great…
Read MoreWhy Accepting a Counteroffer is Usually a Disaster
Counteroffers can come up during the hiring process as employers compete for the best candidates in the field. If you’ve ever received one, then you already know that they can be alluring, as they offer you more money without making a huge change, yet often are a double-edged sword. The truth is, counteroffers have a…
Read MoreHow to Foster Leadership Skills in Younger Workers
Building a sustainable business is dependent upon many different things but developing future leaders might be the most important investment that you can make right now. For instance, baby boomers represent a significant percentage of the heavy manufacturing workforce, and millions of them are expected to retire in the foreseeable…
Read MoreBest Practices to Prepare For a Job Interview
For most people, job interviews are tremendously stressful. You want to make a great impression on the hiring manager, so you worry about making mistakes. The best way to increase your odds of having a successful interview in the foundry market is preparation. Here are some of the best practices to prepare for…
Read MoreHow to Work Effectively with a Recruiter on Your Job Search
If you’re looking for a new job in the foundry industry, working alongside a professional recruiter can help you find a position better suited for your skill set, experience level, and professional goals. If you’ve never worked with a recruiter, you might wonder what the process is like and how to maximize your chances…
Read MoreRewards of Working in the Metalcasting Field
Rewards of Working in the Metalcasting Field If you work in metalcasting, you see the rewards of working in the industry all around you in the items you use every day. Having a chance to see your hard work in the real world is very rewarding. You’ll see the names of foundries imprinted on grates…
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