No Pizza Parties Needed: The MCS Formula for Employee Retention
In the manufacturing sector, high turnover rates are a persistent challenge, with averages ranging from 28.6%. At Mission Critical Solutions, we've chosen a different path—prioritizing retention over recruitment.
Traditional retention tactics like quarterly bonuses, pizza parties, and town halls often provide only temporary boosts in morale. At MCS, we believe that genuine, long-term retention stems from truly valuing our employees. Here's how we approach it:
Personal Engagement: We invest time in understanding each individual human in our facility. From the president to the cleaning staff, everyone knows and cares for one another, ensuring every voice is heard.
Optimal Work Environment: Maintaining a clean workspace equipped with state-of-the-art machinery not only enhances productivity but also demonstrates our commitment to our team's well-being.
Ownership Mentality: We foster a culture where employees think like company owners, taking pride in their equipment and upholding high departmental standards.
By focusing on the human element rather than just processes, we've cultivated a team of 102 dedicated teammates who support each other through challenges. While we acknowledge our imperfections, our employees recognize the unique, supportive environment that MCS offers—something not easily found elsewhere.
Our approach aligns with findings from the Manufacturing Engagement and Retention Study, which reported that 83% of workers are satisfied with their jobs, and 87% are motivated to do their best when they feel valued and involved.
At MCS, we understand that our strength lies in our people. By nurturing a culture of mutual respect and genuine care, we've built a manufacturing environment where employees choose to stay and thrive.
Want to learn more about our approach to manufacturing and workplace culture? Visit us at www.mcs-steel.com to see how we’re building a stronger, more committed workforce every day.
