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Six Reasons to Search for Employment through a Staffing Agency

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If working with a staffing agency is new to you, it’s understandable why you may not see the benefit in it right away. You’re likely thinking, why would I go through an agency when I can just apply to the jobs I want myself? While that’s a fair thought, there are several perks to finding work through a recruiting company that you’re more than likely not aware of. Not only will it be much more convenient, but having a reputable recruiter there to promote you will surely be to your advantage.

Here are just a few of the reasons that working with a staffing agency will do you good:

1. They know the local market very well

Especially if they have been in their position for a while, they have many connections and relationships in the local area. This means they have already built rapport with multiple companies that trust them to send quality candidates. They know what specifically is important to each company and can pitch you and help you tailor your résumé in a way that makes you ideal for the position. 

2. It will likely get you a job quicker

Remember, it is in a recruiter’s best interest to fill positions as quickly as possible while still choosing the best people. Additionally, when companies contact recruiting agencies, it’s because they are in current need of employees and have the goal of getting qualified people through the door sooner rather than later. Since the recruiter processes all of your new hire paperwork instead of the employer, you won’t have to worry about coordinating a time to go and take care of it with the company. It’s a common thing for candidates to have interviews and then be able to start working the next day when you go through a staffing agency.

3. They’ll be able to share with you opportunities that you wouldn’t otherwise know about

Did you know that some companies find their people exclusively through staffing agencies? There may be positions near you that you didn’t know were available because the company doesn’t advertise online or through job boards. Also, though you may know your surrounding areas very well, there are always hidden and new businesses that the staffing agencies are the first to know about.

4. You can ask specific questions about culture, environment, management, etc...

When you apply for and accept a job through the company directly, outside of the impression you get from your interview, you won’t know much about the company prior to starting. Agencies on the other hand know the companies through-and-through. Before they are able to start sending candidates to the client, they have thorough conversations with leaders in the organization and have often toured the facility to see what the atmosphere is like. This allows you to ask questions to be sure it’s a good fit before committing to any position.

5. You can be more specific

Especially in the Light Industrial and Warehouse sectors, there are shifts of all kinds being offered. Overtime, half days, part-time, full-time, overnight, early morning. When a company publicly advertises a position, they typically have set shifts that they are looking to fill. When working with a recruiting agency, you can tell them what your preferred hours are and they can try and match you with a company that fits well with your schedule.

6. Saves time

Instead of having to apply to numerous companies through their websites, you can simply submit your résumé to the staffing agency you’re working with and they can send it off to the companies for you. You also won’t have to worry about scheduling interviews with each company individually; you can simply give the recruiter your availability and they can coordinate the details for you.

If your or someone you know is looking for a job, we at Award Staffing are here to help. Check out our latest opportunities here. 

 

Why Outsourced Staffing is the Answer to Hiring

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Your business relies on attracting and retaining the very best talent. When done correctly, recruiting and staffing talent for your company is a full-time job (trust us, we know). If you are relying on your human resources staff to also manage recruiting and hiring – thinking that these are the same responsibilities – you’ll be ineffective both at finding new employees and caring for your current workers.

Curious about outsourced staffing? Here are some of the benefits our clients enjoy.

You control the hiring process

Working with a staffing agency doesn’t mean that they handle the hiring for you. Your company has complete control over who you ultimately decide to hire. The staffing agency helps to narrow the field. They will pour over resumes and do preliminary research to ensure that you spend your time on only the best candidates. You dictate what you need for each position and what kinds of candidates you’ll hire. The hiring decision is always yours.

You’ll attract candidates you may not have otherwise found

Your business is successful because you’re knowledgeable about your industry. You know where talent is coming from, what their experience is and what their interests are. While this is important knowledge, it may be limiting you from finding the right person for the job. The best candidate may have training in a different but related field or may have experience in another industry but has met similar challenges. The people working at staffing agencies are experts in finding the right pieces of a person’s background that will help them perform good work. Because the staffing agency isn’t entrenched in your industry, they can think outside the box and provide a creative solution.

You’ll recruit someone for more than just their skills

Education, training and skills aren’t the only components that make up a good employee. A person can be an excellent line operator, but if they don’t get along with the team those skills won’t do you much good. A staffing agency will get to know you and your company, what your culture is and what you’re looking for beyond the couple of bullet points in the job posting. They can help you to find a truly perfect fit.

You save money

Just because staffing is a full-time job doesn’t mean that you have to come up with the funds to hire more staff just to staff your company. Outsourcing is a common way for companies to retain expert knowledge in a variety of fields without having to pay for a full-time employee or entire departments. Hiring a new employee is costly, so you want to make sure that you’re being thorough and strategic every time. Enlist the help of an expert who can offer you not only great candidates, but also peace of mind and cost savings.

If you’re curious how a staffing agency can help your business, contact Award Staffing today. Our business is your talent!

Minnesota Companies Save Money With Staffing Agency

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When you need to find a replacement employee, whether short-term or long-term, consider hiring a staffing agency – it will save you money in multiple ways.

Save Money on Training Costs

Key expenses when hiring new employees are the associated training costs. When you work with a staffing company, they take time to know your business. They understand your needs and provide candidates that may have the experience and training you require behind their belts.

Naturally, there will be some specific training that can only happen on-the-job, but using a staffing agency will greatly reduce both the amount of time and the cost of training. Furthermore, as an employer, you can also specify that you only want to hire people who currently possess certain skillsets or work experiences, again minimizing these training costs.

Reduce Costly Employee Turnover

If you hire a new employee and they leave three months later, you have lost money on both training and employment costs. By hiring a staffing agency, you can eliminate a large amount of that risk. The staffing agency will be able to sort through and determine which employees are reliable as well as decide a set contract length.

These employees will have more incentive to stay if they are clear about their terms and are pre-screened by a third party. In addition, the candidate can initially remain an employee of the staffing agency – giving you the option to hire them when you know the employee will fit your needs.

Decide How Long You Want to Hire an Employee

If you have a short-term need within your company, it’s perfectly acceptable to hire a temp employee for that specific purpose. It’s much easier to hire a short-term employee through a staffing agency, because they are used to working with employees who prefer short contracts or length of employment. You will be able to focus on the skills you want and need.

The staffing agency will be able to match you up with an employee who is both skilled and available for that time frame. By hiring someone else to do this process for you, you will be saving both time and money. Once you’ve determined that you want to save money by hiring a staffing agency, you will need to find a staffing agency that can meet your company’s needs.

Contact Award Staffing. We will work with you to come up with a custom plan for your company and staff it accordingly according to your needs and vision.

 

FINDING YOUR TALENT

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