Roger Purdy of Express Employment Professionals is a seasoned recruiter specializing in manufacturing positions and has been in the industry for more than a decade. He is well-versed in what to look for and how to find top talent, according to Refresh Leadership, a blog of Express Employment Professionals.

Purdy’s secret to successfully recruiting manufacturing workers is relationships.

“Building relationships with associates, whether they are looking or not, and explaining to them that not all jobs are a fit,” he said. “If the job offer presented is not a fit, let’s talk about it and find a better match versus ghosting.”

It is also important to work with good companies that do not burn out its associates.

Additionally, he always makes sure that an employee is a good cultural match with the company.

“According to The New York Times, 80 percent of a perfect candidate is cultural match with the company,” he said. “Our clients know the candidates may not have all the skills but trust our judgment with the cultural match.”

Finally, with this still being an employee market, it is important not to get bogged down by requirements.

“Find the fit and train the skill — aptitude matters,” he said.

Read more about recruiting for manufacturing positions at Refresh Leadership.

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If you would like to arrange for an interview with Maria O’Connell, call 484-329-7930.

Express Employment Professionals, the sponsor of VISTA Today’s Hiring Chesco, is in the business of people. From job seekers to client companies, Express helps people thrive and businesses grow. Its international network of franchises offers localized staffing solutions to the communities they serve across the U.S., Canada, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, employing 526,000 people globally in 2020. Learn more.

The Chester County – Main Line, PA Express office is located at 215 Lancaster Avenue and serves the Greater Philadelphia area. Local businesses and applicants are encouraged to stop by, visit the website, or call 484-329-7930.