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Crane Division Manager

The Power of Transferable Skills in Manufacturing The manufacturing sector is ripe with opportunity, but are we overlooking the potential lying within transferable skills? It's time to think out of the box when hiring! The skills gap in manufacturing is a widely acknowledged issue. But what if I told you that there are countless prospective employees with transferable skills that could prove invaluable in this context? Perhaps they don’t have ‘manufacturing experience,’ but what about their abilities in problem solving, project management, or quality control from other sectors? By focusing too narrowly on field-specific experience, we might miss out on a diverse pool of talent. These individuals can bring fresh perspectives and strategies to improve efficiency and productivity. Let's break the mold and look beyond just traditional qualifications. So next time you’re hiring for your manufacturing team, cast your net wider and consider transferable skills. After all, diversity breeds innovation - and isn't that what manufacturing progress is all about?

Jeff Bennett

Regional Sales Manager/Business Development Manager /National Sales Manager / Key Account Manager

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It’s all about relevant background and transferable skills.

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