Rapid Staffing Success for a Multinational Food Company

Situation

A multi-national food company operating over one hundred plants faced persistent challenges in maintaining a fully staffed plant in North Carolina, which required 900 associates for full operational capacity. High turnover rates hindered their ability to meet production quotas, prompting the need for a solution.

Solution

Nesco devised a comprehensive staffing strategy, collaborating closely with the food company's management team:

• Onsite Team Development: Nesco assembled an onsite team comprising an Account Manager, Key Account Recruiters, and Shift Leads to ensure efficient staffing operations.
• Rapid Staffing: Nesco implemented a rapid staffing approach, consistently onboarding a minimum of 20 new hires per week, sometimes reaching up to 40.
• Full Orientation and Safety Training: Nesco conducted thorough orientations and safety training sessions, aligning with the company's policies and procedures to ensure compliance and preparedness.
• Plant Tours and First-day Training: Nesco organized plant tours and provided comprehensive first-day training to acclimate new hires to their roles and environment.

Results

Nesco's proactive approach yielded significant results for the food company:

• Expedited Staffing Process: Nesco successfully staffed bakery and assembly positions at a pace unprecedented for the client company, earning praise for their efficiency and effectiveness.
• Reduced Turnover: Nesco's efforts led to a reduction in turnover to less than 13%, significantly lower than the client company's previous experience.
• Consistent Peak Headcount: Nesco maintained a headcount of 80 to 120 associates during peak production periods, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
• Conversion to Full-Time Employment: Over 150 temporary associates were converted to full-time employment, demonstrating the success and sustainability of Nesco's staffing solutions.

Nesco's tailored staffing approach addressed the food company's immediate staffing challenges and also helped improve operational efficiency, reduced turnover, and enhanced workforce stability, ultimately supporting the company's success & growth.

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