According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. companies are starting to hire again. But it seems like more and more employers are looking to the benefits of temporary staffing to access the skills they need, only when they need them. In addition to enhancing flexibility, temporary staffing can also help to improve productivity, increase capacity, and give you access to a specialized skill set – without adding to your overhead.
With that said, here are some suggestions for managing temporary employees so they can hit the ground running and deliver the best results:
Evaluate your needs.
The first step is to evaluate your needs. Meet with your managers and determine which skills are critical for success in a temporary position. Also, take a look at the star performers at your company and evaluate what makes them so successful.
Work with a temporary staffing agency.
Once you know what your needs are, work closely with a temporary staffing agency in Miami that has experience in your industry. Not only will they know where to look to find reliable people, but they’ll also be able to help you with things like determining a competitive pay rate for the position. Also, make sure you give the agency as much detail as possible in terms of the kind of person you’re looking for.
Require training and orientation.
All temporary employees should go through a training and orientation program at your company. This should cover topics such as dress code, lunch breaks, work hours, and safety regulations. If you’re working with a temporary staffing agency, they should be able to either train and orient temporary employees or help you set up your own program.
Be clear about expectations and follow up.
Be clear with a temporary employee about what their specific job duties are and what you expect from them. Make sure they know who they should direct their questions to.
Also, follow up with the employee a couple of times during that first day to see if they have questions and to check on progress. If you’re satisfied at the end of the day, continue to follow up several times a week with the employee to continue to monitor progress.
The bottom line is that using temporary employees can offer your company many benefits. But, just like any employee, temporary employees need to be properly managed in order to deliver the best results.
Learn more about temporary staffing and how it can benefit your Miami company.