The manufacturing world is full of opportunity — but like many industries, it’s facing a tough challenge: a serious shortage of skilled trade workers. With demand for talent growing faster than the available workforce, many companies are finding it harder than ever to stay fully staffed and keep things running smoothly.
In fact, recent surveys show that over 22% of U.S. manufacturing facilities are operating below capacity simply because they can’t find enough skilled workers. That’s a lot of pressure for managers who are trying to keep production lines moving and meet customer expectations.
That’s where Alternative Staffing comes into play. Our manufacturing staffing solutions are designed to help close the skills gap, connect you with qualified professionals, and strengthen your workforce — whether you need short-term coverage or long-term support. Let’s take a closer look at how we can help your business thrive.
Why Is There a Skilled Trade Shortage?
Before jumping into solutions, let’s understand what’s behind the talent shortage in manufacturing. For years — and in some sectors, even decades — industries like automotive, food and beverage, electronics, plastics, and fabrication have been facing a growing gap in skilled labor.
Here are a few key reasons:
- Retirements Are Outpacing Replacements: Many seasoned workers are retiring, and there aren’t enough new workers entering the skilled trades to fill their shoes.
- Outdated Perceptions: Manufacturing jobs are often misunderstood, which keeps younger generations from considering these essential, high-paying careers.
- Advanced Tech Requires Advanced Skills: As manufacturing becomes more high-tech, the need for specialized skills has grown — and developing those skills takes time and training.
Without the right staffing strategy, these challenges can slow production, increase turnover costs, and make it harder to meet your customers’ needs. But don’t worry — you’re not in this alone.
How Alternative Staffing Can Help
At Alternative Staffing, we’re more than a staffing agency — we’re your partner in workforce success. Our approach isn’t about patching problems with temporary fixes. We work with you to build a better, stronger team that keeps your operation moving forward.
✔ Tap Into a Trusted Talent Pool
No more scrambling to find qualified workers. We maintain a deep pool of skilled candidates, from production pros to tradespeople and manufacturing-savvy administrators.
With our proven 3-Phase Hiring Process, every candidate we recommend has been carefully screened, vetted, and trained — so they’re ready to hit the ground running on day one.
✔ Get the Right Staffing Fit
Need a few extra hands for peak season? Looking for full-time team members who can grow with your company? Whatever your need, we’ve got flexible staffing solutions to match. Our goal is to make sure you always have the right people, at the right time.
✔ Save Time on Recruiting
Hiring takes time — lots of it. When you work with us, we’ll handle the heavy lifting: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and checking qualifications. You get back hours in your day, and peace of mind knowing your team is in good hands.
✔ Stay Safe and Compliant
Labor laws and safety standards can be complex, especially in manufacturing. Our team stays on top of all the latest regulations so you don’t have to. We make sure every candidate we place is fully compliant and safety-ready.
✔ Focus on Long-Term Success
We don’t just aim to fill jobs — we help build careers. By matching the right people with the right companies, we help you boost retention and improve job satisfaction. In fact, over 99% of our talent are invited back after their initial assignment!
Let’s Build a Brighter Future — Together
At Alternative Staffing, we believe in the power of skilled trades to drive innovation, growth, and success. With our tailored approach and commitment to quality, we’re here to help you overcome today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities.
Let’s work together to close the skills gap and build the team your business needs to thrive.
Ready to get started?
Reach out to us today to schedule a friendly consultation with our team. We’d love to learn more about your staffing needs and share how we can help.