Recap: Dawson’s Breakout Session with the Columbus Region Logistics Council (CRLC)
Our Employment Experts recently had the privilege of participating in the Columbus Region Logistics Council (CRLC) event, where we presented a breakout session titled "Overcoming Labor Challenges."
This session was designed to address some of the most pressing labor issues affecting the manufacturing and distribution industries today.
Recap: Dawson’s Breakout Session with the Columbus Region Logistics Council (CRLC)
Our Employment Experts recently had the privilege of participating in the Columbus Region Logistics Council (CRLC) event,
where we presented a breakout session titled "Overcoming Labor Challenges." This session was designed to address some of the most pressing labor issues affecting the manufacturing and distribution industries today.
Overview of the Breakout Session:
"Overcoming Labor Challenges"
During our presentation, we delved into the impacts that labor shortages and high turnover rates are having on the manufacturing and distribution industries. We began by uncovering the hidden costs associated with finding, hiring, and retaining employees — costs that often go beyond just financial implications to affect productivity, morale, and overall business performance.
We also provided insights into how the staffing industry plays a critical role in supporting companies as they navigate these challenges. Our discussion highlighted the importance of building an agile workforce capable of adapting to fluctuating market demands, and how staffing agencies can be a vital partner in this process. Finally, we shared innovative strategies and best practices that empower companies to enhance retention rates, optimize workforce efficiency, and mitigate the disruptions caused by labor turnover.
Overview of the Breakout Session: "Overcoming Labor Challenges"
During our presentation, we delved into the impacts that labor shortages and high turnover rates are having on the manufacturing and distribution industries.
We began by uncovering the hidden costs associated with finding, hiring, and retaining employees — costs that often go beyond just financial implications to affect productivity, morale, and overall business performance.
We also provided insights into how the staffing industry plays a critical role in supporting companies as they navigate these challenges. Our discussion highlighted the importance of building an agile workforce capable of adapting to fluctuating market demands, and how staffing agencies can be a vital partner in this process. Finally, we
shared innovative strategies and best practices that empower companies to enhance retention rates, optimize workforce efficiency, and mitigate the disruptions caused by labor turnover.
Overview of the Breakout Session:
"Overcoming Labor Challenges"
During our presentation, we delved into the impacts that labor shortages and high turnover rates are having on the manufacturing and distribution industries. We began by uncovering the hidden costs associated with finding, hiring, and retaining employees — costs that often go beyond just financial implications to affect productivity, morale, and overall business performance.
We also provided insights into how the staffing industry plays a critical role in supporting companies as they navigate these challenges. Our discussion highlighted the importance of building an agile workforce capable of adapting to fluctuating market demands, and how staffing agencies can be a vital partner in this process. Finally, we shared innovative strategies and best practices that empower companies to enhance retention rates, optimize workforce efficiency, and mitigate the disruptions caused by labor turnover.
Key Insights Shared During the Session
Reasons for
Labor Shortages in the Logistics and Manufacturing Industry
Our team discussed the multifaceted reasons behind current labor shortages, including an aging workforce, shifts in worker preferences, a growing skills gap, geographic factors, and a shortage of people entering Skilled Trades Professions. We explored how these factors have led to a more competitive market for talent, particularly in logistics and manufacturing roles.
Reasons for Labor Shortages in the Logistics and Manufacturing Industry
Our team discussed the multifaceted reasons behind current labor shortages, including an aging workforce, shifts in worker preferences, a growing skills gap, geographic factors, and a shortage of people entering Skilled Trades Professions. We explored how these factors have led to a more competitive market for talent, particularly in logistics and manufacturing roles.
National Turnover Statistics
We presented the latest national turnover statistics, highlighting the stark reality that many companies face with high employee turnover rates. These figures underscored the importance of developing robust strategies to attract and retain top talent in an increasingly competitive environment.
National Turnover Statistics
We presented the latest national turnover statistics, highlighting the stark reality that many companies face with high employee turnover rates. These figures underscored the importance of developing robust strategies to attract and retain top talent in an increasingly competitive environment.
Hidden Costs of Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Employees
Beyond the visible costs of recruitment, we explored the hidden costs associated with labor challenges — such as lost productivity, training expenses, and the negative impact on company culture. We emphasized how these hidden costs can accumulate over time, making it crucial for businesses to develop effective workforce strategies.
Hidden Costs of Finding, Hiring, and Retaining Employees
Beyond the visible costs of recruitment, we explored the hidden costs associated with labor challenges — such as lost productivity, training expenses, and the negative impact on company culture. We emphasized how these hidden costs can accumulate over time, making it crucial for businesses to develop effective workforce strategies.
Benefits of Leveraging Staffing Agencies
We discussed the benefits of partnering with staffing agencies to address labor challenges. By leveraging a staffing agency’s expertise, companies can access a broader pool of qualified candidates, reduce time-to-fill for open positions, and improve the overall quality of hires. Staffing agencies also provide flexible staffing solutions that can help businesses manage seasonal or cyclical workforce needs more effectively.
Benefits of Leveraging Staffing Agencies
We discussed the benefits of partnering with staffing agencies to address labor challenges. By leveraging a staffing agency’s expertise, companies can access a broader pool of qualified candidates, reduce time-to-fill for open positions, and improve the overall quality of hires. Staffing agencies also provide flexible staffing solutions that can help businesses manage seasonal or cyclical workforce needs more effectively.
Strategies for Navigating Labor Challenges
Finally, our session covered practical strategies for navigating labor challenges in today’s market. These included engaging with the workforce (young talent) while they are still in school, outreach within immediate communities that are being served, and opportunities through Job Shadowing, Pre-Apprenticeships, and Internships. We also highlighted the importance of maintaining a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion to attract a wider range of candidates.
Strategies for Navigating Labor Challenges
Finally, our session covered practical strategies for navigating labor challenges in today’s market. These included engaging with the workforce (young talent) while they are still in school, outreach within immediate communities that are being served, and opportunities through Job Shadowing, Pre-Apprenticeships, and Internships. We also highlighted the importance of maintaining a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion to attract a wider range of candidates.
Our Director of Business Development, Katrina Roby, reflects on the event sharing:
Katrina Roby,
Director of Business Development
“The CRLC provided an excellent opportunity to connect with Manufacturing and Logistics companies interested in understanding the current hiring landscape. We were excited to participate in the event and share how Dawson stands as the leading employment expert in Central Ohio”.
Our Director of Business Development, Katrina Roby, reflects on the event sharing:
“The CRLC provided an excellent opportunity to connect with Manufacturing and Logistics companies interested in understanding the current hiring landscape. We were excited to participate in the event and share how Dawson stands as the leading employment expert in Central Ohio”.
Katrina Roby
Director of Business Development
We are thrilled to have had the opportunity to present at the CRLC event and share our insights on overcoming labor challenges within the manufacturing and distribution industries. We hope that our breakout session provided valuable takeaways for attendees looking to enhance their workforce strategies and build a more resilient, agile workforce.
Stay tuned for more updates and insights from our Employment Experts as we continue to explore ways to help companies navigate the ever-evolving labor landscape!
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Welcome to Dawson!
Allow us to introduce ourselves.
We’re Dawson, a workforce solutions company offering job placements, HR Management Solutions, and Community Workforce Programs.
We’ve been putting people to work for over 75 years, and we’re thrilled to work with you.
For Job Seekers:
We have countless open positions in Central Ohio and beyond.
Let's see if we have that job you want!
For Employers:
Building, hiring, and managing the best talent since 1946.
It’s what we do best.
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