Why Manufacturers Are Losing New Hires in the First 90 Days And How to Fix It
Manufacturing leaders are facing a growing challenge: new hires are quitting within their first 90 days—faster and more frequently than ever before. For small and mid-sized plants, early turnover doesn’t just slow production; it affects safety, morale, and profitability. The first three months have become a make-or-break period. And in a reshoring-driven labor market where […]
The New Skills Gap in Manufacturing: How SMB Plants in D.C. Can Compete for Talent Against Bigger Employers
Manufacturing in Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region is evolving faster than most small and midsize businesses (SMBs) can hire. Automation, new technologies, compliance demands, and shifting workforce expectations have created a new type of skills gap, one that isn’t just about technical ability. Today’s gap is about finding people who can grow, adapt, and […]
2026 Manufacturing Workforce Outlook: Why SMB Manufacturers Need an Adaptive Talent Strategy
As manufacturers enter 2026, uncertainty continues to shape the industry. Volatile demand, shifting tariffs, reshoring efforts, and rapid technology adoption are redefining workforce needs. According to Deloitte’s 2026 Manufacturing Industry Outlook, the competition for skilled labor has never been more intense. One-third of manufacturing executives say their top concern is equipping workers with the right […]
Workforce Development in Manufacturing: How Virginia Businesses Can Build, Train, and Retain Skilled Talent
Manufacturing across Virginia is accelerating, from advanced machining in Lynchburg to aerospace and robotics in Northern Virginia to shipbuilding along the coast. But as exciting as growth is, one challenge consistently rises to the top for small and mid-sized manufacturing companies: Finding, developing, and keeping the people who power your business. At PeopleWorX, we believe […]