Case Study: Building a Workforce from the Ground Up

Situation

When a major automotive manufacturer began constructing a new production facility, Nesco Resource proactively reached out to the company’s HR department to offer staffing support. The relationship was established before the facility even opened, positioning Nesco as a trusted partner from the start.

Given the high volume of roles to be filled, Nesco demonstrated transparency by recommending the client also engage other staffing agencies to ensure hiring goals could be met without overpromising. Initial hiring efforts began in October 2021 with core leadership roles, followed by first-shift production workers at a pace of 3–5 new hires per week. By spring 2022, the hiring ramped up to 15–20 weekly. Nesco placed an on-site manager to oversee recruitment, onboarding, and relationship management.

Solution

To meet the client’s evolving staffing needs and ensure a seamless onboarding experience, Nesco implemented several customized strategies:

• Partnered with HR to design and deliver onboarding, including a controlled training environment
• Developed a hands-on screening process using LEGO exercises to assess candidate fit
• Conducted wage analysis and positioned the client’s strong culture and benefits as key differentiators
• Collaborated with client to implement a retention bonus in response to turnover trends.

Result

The collaborative approach and tailored solutions produced measurable results and deepened the partnership:

• Exclusive Staffing Agency: Selected as the exclusive staffing partner due to performance and compliance with E-Verify
• Strategic Partnership: Recognized as a strategic, consultative partner in workforce planning
• Process Improvement: Ongoing collaboration in building and enhancing onboarding programs
• Expansion Opportunity: Engaged by the global head of HR for support in staffing a future facility in a new state

Nesco Resource’s proactive approach, transparency, and commitment to collaboration helped this client successfully launch anew facility, attract quality talent, and build a scalable workforce strategy that continues to evolve with their growth.

To learn how Nesco helped other clients read these case studies about a renewable energy company or a medical device company. Or contact Nesco Resource to discuss how we can help your company.