As one of the leading temporary staffing agencies in Miami, Future Force knows that staffing your company for the holiday rush isn’t always easy. But the earlier you start the process, the simpler it will be. Here are some tips to help you gear up for your holiday hiring – so you can access the qualified people you need, when you need them:
Tip #1: Know Your Needs.
Use metrics, like sales forecasts, to determine the number of temporary people you will need and how many hours you need them to work. Also, keep in mind that it’s easier to over-hire and cut back schedules a bit then it is to find qualified workers on short notice or at the last minute.
Tip #2: Be Clear in Your Job Postings.
Some candidates may apply in the hopes of the job turning permanent, so make it clear that you’re hiring for temporary jobs only. That doesn’t mean if a particular worker does a terrific job, you won’t keep them in mind for future full-time openings. It just means you want to be transparent about your hiring needs so workers don’t wind up frustrated and disappointed.
Also, don’t forget to include job requirements in your posting, such as “must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.” or “must be able to stand for eight hours.”
Tip #3: Pro-Actively Source Candidates.
Don’t just advertise your temporary job posting and wait for candidates to apply. Pro-actively seek the best ones. You can do so in several ways:
- By contacting past temporary employees you’ve worked with.
- You may also want to ask part-time workers if they’d be interested in a full-time schedule for a temporary period of time.
- Or you can ask your existing employees for referrals.
Besides tapping into your existing network, you may also want to consider working with a Miami temp staffing agency. They’ll be able to give you fast access to qualified and skilled workers, so you can focus on other priorities.
Tip #4: Be Thorough During the Interview Process.
Just because you’re hiring on a temporary basis, doesn’t mean you should cut corners during the interviewing process. After all, unhappy customers don’t care if mistakes are made by temps or full-time employees.
Tip #5: Don’t Forget to Train.
There probably isn’t a lot of time between hiring and when the holiday rush begins. But that doesn’t mean you should skip a training program. In fact, a training program is critically important to ensure your holiday hires can hit the ground running and deliver on expectations.
Need Help With Seasonal Hiring?
If you do, you’ve come to the right place. With 20 years of experience as one of the leading temporary staffing agencies in Miami, Future Force can work with you to ensure you get the qualified and skilled seasonal help you need, where and when you need it. Contact Future Force today if you’re ready to learn more.