Articles Tagged with ''workforce''

Preparation can help us solve a big problem. Take, for instance, the workforce gap in manufacturing. Planning an approach can make all the difference.

The job market is struggling with fake job postings that mislead American job seekers and distort employment data. These listings, created to collect résumés or inflate company statistics, erode trust in online job platforms and create inefficiencies in the hiring process, worsening challenges for job seekers and the unemployed.

A race inspired Dr. Rochelle Cook to share her insights on validation studies, also known as pilots. This type of trial can benefit manufacturers in a variety of ways, by testing a process, system, or product.

Embedded quality can enhance manufacturing strategies amid ongoing product failures and recalls. Discover why delivered quality is key to your organization’s success.

Joining the American Society for Quality (ASQ) is an excellent way to advance your career, especially in tough times. ASQ provides resources like the Career Center, Interview Coach, and skill development opportunities, along with potential dues relief. Explore ASQ's resources to enhance your professional journey!

Technology prevents errors by guiding workers step by step through assembly and kitting processes.

Front-office operations offer strategic opportunities for continuous improvement. Automating tasks can maximize effectiveness, free up senior employees, and lead to significant improvements in productivity and profitability.

The manufacturing industry has a significant labor shortage. We need to attract new talent and upskill our existing workforce, especially by embracing candidates without degrees and leveraging technology for training at scale.

There's increasing doubt about the necessity of a four-year degree due to rising college costs, creating more opportunities for trade professionals with advancing technology and higher pay.

Michelle Bangert interviewed Claire Hopkins, a document control specialist and author of a recent "Speaking of Quality" column for Quality magazine. Claire chairs the American Society for Quality's Next Gen Global Committee, comprising individuals under 40 or new to the quality industry.