By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business Over the past few years, the manufacturing industry has become abundantly familiar with the word ‘retention,’ and it sits at the top of minds within almost every company. From the executive suite to plant managers on the facility floor, retaining a skilled workforce and protecting the company’s largest investment could mean one of … [Read more...] about Sussex IM’s Brilliant Approach to Retention: “Treat Employees Like People”
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Hoffer Plastics Builds Careers Based on the Principle “People Matter”
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business Family-owned since 1953, Robert Hoffer and his wife Hellen started Hoffer Plastics embodying four core values: family, integrity, service and trust. These core values were the pillar that held the company together over three generations, and after 70 years, they continue to forge and build a business based on – service to others … [Read more...] about Hoffer Plastics Builds Careers Based on the Principle “People Matter”
Viking Plastics Builds Successful Employee Referral Program
By Lindsey Munson, editor, Plastics Business Business gurus often talk about the view from 30,000 feet – the big picture that provides a look at overall operations. Perhaps, however, the focus should be on the view from 30 feet – a close-up of specific processes and procedures that make an impact now. With a company culture focused on “continuous improvement” and … [Read more...] about Viking Plastics Builds Successful Employee Referral Program