The secret? Eliminating non-performing staffing suppliers.
Challenge: A long-established injection molding company (Company) faced production fluctuations and inconsistencies in worker quality and attendance due to reliance on multiple staffing vendors. This resulted in increased costs and production delays.
Solution: Company partnered with The Advance Group. Recognizing the challenges of managing multiple vendors, Advance focused on understanding Company’s specific needs, including:
- Experienced Candidates: Identifying qualified candidates with relevant experience in injection molding processes.
- Reliable Workforce: Ensuring consistent worker attendance and performance to maintain production schedules.
- Cost Optimization: Offering competitive rates while delivering high-quality staffing solutions.
Results:
- Improved Quality: Advance’s rigorous screening process led to a noticeable difference in the quality of candidates presented to Company. Workers were more knowledgeable and adept at the required tasks.
- Enhanced Attendance: Advance prioritized reliable candidates known for strong work ethic and attendance. This reduced production disruptions and ensured consistent output.
- Reduced Turnover: By providing a consistent and positive work environment, Advance helped Company experience lower turnover rates. This reduced the need for frequent recruitment and onboarding of new employees.
- Streamlined Efficiency: Consolidating staffing needs with a single vendor simplified Company’s management process. They no longer needed to coordinate with multiple agencies, saving time and resources. Additionally, Advance assigned a dedicated representative for Company’s account, ensuring a single point of contact and a deep understanding of their specific requirements.
- Cost Savings: While Advance’s initial rates might have been slightly higher, Company experienced overall cost savings due to:
- Reduced downtime: Consistent worker attendance minimized production delays.
- Improved quality: Fewer errors and rework led to efficiency gains.
- Streamlined management: Eliminating the need to manage multiple staffing vendors saved time and resources.
- Less training time: Reduced turnover meant less time spent training new employees, allowing Company to focus on core competencies and revenue-generating activities.
Client Quote:
“We are very happy with the quality and attendance of the people The Advance Group sends us right now. They earned the spot to be our only supplier even though the cost is more, we have value.” – Plant Manager
Conclusion: This case study demonstrates the benefits of partnering with a single, reliable staffing agency. By focusing on quality, reliable workers, and streamlined efficiency, The Advance Group helped Company achieve significant improvements in production, attendance, and cost. This case highlights the importance of value-based solutions that deliver measurable results beyond just the initial cost.
