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Hire Temporary Staff Now to Increase Inventory for Holidays

Hire Temporary Staff Now to Increase Inventory for Holidays

September 16, 2014 Staffing

The first signs of fall are upon us: kids are back in school, leaves are changing and temperatures are cooling. The holidays may feel far away but will be here before we know it. For consumer goods companies, now is the time to ramp up production to ensure inventory volume for the holiday season.

So in warehouses around the country, companies that sell foods and beverages, clothing, electronics and other consumer goods are ramping up. Not only are they producing increased quantities of their year-round products, but adding special holiday retail items like gift baskets, gift sets and products in holiday-themed packaging.

How are most companies increasing their volume quickly and efficiently? By hiring temporary staff. Bringing in temporary employees during peak season ensures that production goes as scheduled, and that companies aren’t overstaffed during slower seasons. And, it helps to avoid the loss of productivity that comes from overloading existing workers and the hidden costs of overtime.

A variety of employees can assist in the production ramp-up, including:

PRODUCTION WORKERS

Production workers are obviously key to increasing product volume. They work on the line, drive forklifts, operate machinery, provide material handling, complete maintenance or janitorial services, or handle quality assurance or security. They are the backbone of warehouses producing all kinds of products around the country.

ADMINISTRATIVE/ACCOUNTING STAFF

While warehouses are buzzing during ramp-up, so are the administrative and accounting functions. These key positions may include:

  • Staff members to answer increased call and email volume
  • Accounting clerks to manage the increase in sales
  • Administrative assistants to manage busy schedules and travel arrangements
DRIVERS

With heightened volume levels and deliveries, demand for drivers has also likely increased. Ramping up driver hiring (whether in-demand CDL drivers or delivery drivers) ensures that products get to distribution or retail centers on schedule.

While it may seem early to think about the holidays, preparation is already in full swing for many employers. During this busy time, businesses have plenty of operational challenges. They likely don’t have the time to spend hours recruiting and hiring staff who may only remain on payroll for a short time. Allowing a staffing agency to take on recruiting and hiring during this essential ramp-up time is cost-effective. And it will help ensure that your company is prepared for the holiday season.

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