Supporting Growth with the Right Talent at Krones
For a growing manufacturer, hiring isn't simply about adding employees. It's about finding people with the right skills for the position while keeping pace with the needs of the business and its customers.
For Krones, Inc., a manufacturer of high-speed bottling, packaging, and labeling equipment primarily for the beverage and liquid food industry, WFA Staffing has become a trusted resource for hiring at nearly every level of the organization.
The Challenge: Finding Talent for a Specialized Environment
Krones operates in a specialized industry, making it important to find candidates who have the skills and experience necessary for its manufacturing environment.
As the company continued to grow, so did the variety of positions it needed to fill. Krones has worked with WFA Staffing for roles ranging from temporary warehouse positions to leadership and management opportunities.
Those hiring needs also come with a sense of urgency. With Krones serving major companies that rely on its equipment, having the right employees in place helps the company continue delivering the products and service its customers expect.
The WFA Approach: Understanding the Workplace Firsthand
One of the keys to the relationships has been WFA's willingness to understand Krones beyond a job description.
Members of the WFA team have toured Krones' facilities and walked the production floor, giving them firsthand knowledge of the environment where candidates will actually be working. Just as importantly, WFA listens to Krones' needs and feedback throughout the recruiting process.
Before presenting a candidate, WFA typically conducts an initial screening and provides Krones with a candidate summary and resume. Krones can then review the information with the appropriate hiring manager and determine whether to move forward with an interview.
The collaborative process helps both teams stay aligned on what Krones is looking for.
Finding the Right Fit Across Different Roles
WFA's support isn't limited to one type of position. One recent example was Krones' search for a logistics manager. WFA helped identify a candidate for the role who, at the time of the testimonial, had been with Krones for four months and was doing well.
That ability to assist with everything from warehouse staffing to management positions has allowed WFA to remain a resource at Krones' workforce needs have evolved.
The Result: A Partnership That Has Grown Alongside Krones
When HR Business Partner Hailey Seifert joined Krones 11 years ago, the company had approximately 400 employees. Today, it has grown to more than 900.
WFA Staffing has been part of that journey, supporting Krones as its hiring needs have changed and expanded.
For Hailey, the relationship has developed into something more than working with an outside staffing agency:
"It's nice to know that I have another extension of our team."
That trust extends beyond Krones' own hiring needs. Employees have even been referred to WFA when their children are looking for jobs or when Krones plans to hire them on a part-time basis.
It's a level of trust that reflects the personal relationships WFA works to build with both employers and candidates.
A Staffing Partner You Can Trust
From learning the workplace firsthand to listening carefully when hiring needs change, WFA Staffing's relationship with Krones demonstrates what a long-term staffing partnership can look like.
As Hailey puts it: "You can't go wrong with WFA. They just are a great fit for us."
Looking for a staffing partner who will take the time to understand your business? Contact WFA Staffing to discuss your hiring needs and find the right people for your team.