Opinions and biases are changing towards those with felony convictions re-entering the workforce. According to a study from the Charles Koch Institute, over 80% of managers and two-thirds of HR professionals felt that workers with criminal records bring just as much (or greater) value to an organization as workers without records.
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For many parents in West Michigan, the thought of not being able to provide toys and gifts for their children at Christmas is devastating. That’s why the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots program has been there to help over 270 million children since 1947.
The need for Christmas magic is always growing. WSI and Toys for Tots are teaming up to make Christmas morning a bit brighter for those less fortunate this holiday season. In 2020, more than 12,000 toys were delivered to over 10,000 children in the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek area alone. Without your generous support of Toys for Tots each year, these children may not have a gift under the tree.
We’re asking our clients, associates, staff members, neighbors and friends to donate a new unwrapped toy at our Toys for Tots drop-off boxes located at our offices listed below:
Kalamazoo – 3497 S 9th St, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Battle Creek – 201 Fritz Keiper Blvd, Battle Creek, MI 49037
Grand Rapids – 1960 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Holland – 12972 James St Suite 40, Holland, MI 49424
If you’d like to make a donation, you can click here. All donations made at this link will stay in the local area and are not redistributed throughout the National Campaign. It’s a one step online process that will help bring a smile to a child in need this Christmas. You can donate through PayPal for security and ease, or even donate Cryptocurrency. Thank you for making the holidays bright for children in West Michigan.
WSI (Workforce Strategies, Inc.), an award-winning recruitment and staffing agency, will be hosting company-wide hiring events across all participating branches on Wednesday, March 10th, 2021 from 10 am – 2 pm. Interviews will be taking place at the following locations: Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Battle Creek, and Sturgis, Michigan, Marysville, Ohio, and Tipton and Albion, Indiana. Job seekers should bring two forms of ID and plan on chatting with staffing coordinators for about 45-minutes about their work history, their preferred type of job, and schedule availability.
Candidates are needed for full and part-time positions in manufacturing, general labor, warehouse, production, and more. Hundreds of jobs will be available with immediate start dates. Apply today and start working tomorrow!
“With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, we hope we’ll be LUCKY enough to find hundreds of people a job just right for them!” laughs Erica Bohms-Coon, WSI Director of Staffing Operations. “With the variety of positions we have available, there is something to fit every job seeker’s needs.”
There are jobs for people with all types of experience, education, and skill levels. These roles offer the ability to be hired-in after a trial work period, where employees will enjoy a range of incentives, dependent on the job, such as competitive benefits, vacation time, THC-friendly options, and more.
Due to COVID-19, strict safety measures will be enforced. All applicants will have their temperature taken with a temporal scanner before entering the building. Face masks are required inside – if you don’t have one, WSI will provide one for you. Interior areas will be marked with 6-foot distances, areas are cleaned and sanitized frequently, and hand sanitizer is readily available and encouraged for use.
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Please contact your local branch with any questions.
[Battle Creek]: WSI (Workforce Strategies, Inc.), an award-winning recruitment and staffing agency, will be hosting an onsite hiring event at DENSO Manufacturing on Wednesday, March 3rd from 3 – 5 pm.
WSI is teaming up with DENSO to fill Assembly and Warehouse positions on first and second shift. DENSO is a leading manufacturer of thermal components for all major carmakers, heavy-duty manufacturers, and the automotive aftermarket. Associates of the company enjoy additional $150 weekly premiums, a $500 sign-on bonus, overtime opportunities, and a free, onsite GED program. Associates are eligible to be hired-in after 30 days where they will then receive a great benefits package and advancement opportunities. Starting pay rates for these positions range from $15 – $16.25/hour.
“What’s unique about our partnership with DENSO is that WSI has an onsite presence at their manufacturing facility,“ says Ashley Wertz, WSI Onsite Account Manager. “By being onsite regularly, we’re able to minimize the growing pains that are bound to come with being a new employee. I’m here to coach, counsel, and assist all of our DENSO associates with any questions or concerns they may have.”
Due to COVID-19, all applicants will have their temperature taken with a temporal scanner prior to entering the building. Face masks are required inside – if you don’t have one, WSI will provide one for you. Interior areas will be marked with 6-foot distances and there are hand sanitizer stations throughout the building.
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Please contact the Battle Creek WSI office with any questions.
Because our purpose here at WSI is to empower others to live their best lives, we’re excited to share a new education program available for Michigan residents!
The State of Michigan has recently announced a program allowing Michiganders, aged 25 years or older, the opportunity to receive a tuition-free associate degree from their in-district community college or complete a skills certificate. The program offers scholarships through more than 70 private training schools with 120 different programs that offer certificates in industries such as manufacturing, construction, information technology, healthcare, and business management.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Michigan Reconnect Program:
In a recent press release, the Acting Director of Michigan’s Labor and Economic Opportunity Department, Susan Corbin, stated, “Reconnect offers a path for so many Michiganders hoping to begin – or complete – their education and career journey. This program, like so many others we’re focused on, will help expand opportunity for all Michiganders and make Michigan a better place to live, work, and play.”To submit your application and learn more about the Reconnect program, please visit Michigan.gov/Reconnect.
[Grand Rapids, MI]: WSI, Workforce Strategies, Inc., will be hosting two upcoming job fairs at our Grand Rapids office. Join us on Wednesday, December 2nd from 9 am – 3 pm, and on Saturday, December 5th from 10 am – 2 pm. Bring two forms of ID and come chat with our talented team of staffing coordinators who are ready to get you to work. WSI is recruiting hard-working individuals for full and part-time positions in food manufacturing, general labor, warehouse, and more.
“We understand that with all of life’s other responsibilities, it can be difficult to navigate scheduling conflicts. That’s why we wanted to offer job seekers two opportunities to attend our job fair,” says Ana Post, WSI Branch Manager. “We have roles in a variety of industries with ranging shift times to accommodate even the busiest of schedules.”
There are jobs for people with all types of experience, education, and skill levels. These roles offer a range of incentives, dependent on the job, such as competitive benefits, vacation time, THC-friendly options, and the ability to be hired-in with good attendance. Pay rates for these positions range from $12 – $18/hour.
Additionally, WSI is currently conducting a lucrative referral program where job seekers can earn money referring others to work for WSI. Referees have the chance to win $200 per referral.
Due to COVID-19, all applicants will have their temperature taken with a temporal scanner before entering the building. Face masks are required inside – if you don’t have one, WSI will provide one for you. Interior areas will be marked with 6-foot distances and there are hand sanitizer stations throughout the building.
Highlights:
Please contact the Grand Rapids WSI Office with any questions.
WSI Workforce Strategies, Inc., is anticipating a large turnout at both job fairs. To help expedite the process, job seekers should bring two forms of identification and be prepared to pass a drug screening. Applicants can also call the WSI office at (616) 957-8199.
