Life sometimes throws us curveballs when we least expect it. Some people get knocked down and have a hard time getting back on their feet. Others, like Sean Fisher, dust themselves off and keep moving forward. Because Sean isn’t the…
For many years, Judi Murdock lived in Alaska and worked as an office manager for a seafood company. While she enjoyed many aspects of her job, it wasn’t always easy. “I was working insane hours and was used to going…
Thinking about working with a staffing agency and not sure what to expect during your interview? You’re not alone. That’s because staffing agency interviews are slightly different from traditional job interviews. Their goal isn’t to evaluate if you’re a good…
From a labor and human resources (HR) perspective, the news is grim: the country’s manufacturing skills gap is projected to leave 2.1 million U.S. jobs unfilled. According to the latest data, costs to the economy could reach $1 trillion. U.S.…
Anyone who has been stuck in a job without growth knows how helpless it can feel. While many throw in the towel and stop trying, others rally their strength and risk reaching for something better. That’s what happened to Jaime…
If you’ve worked on the production floor for a while, you’ve likely seen some of your colleagues get promoted into supervisory positions. Perhaps you’re considering the possibility of a move into a management role as well. What is it that…
Are you afraid your manufacturing resume won’t get noticed? You’re not alone. Applying for jobs can be pretty competitive. Many manufacturing professionals who are looking to take the next step in their manufacturing careers worry about their resume being overlooked…
TERRA Staffing Group is pleased to announce the addition of Professional Staffing services to the suite of staffing and recruiting services they offer to employers throughout the Pacific Northwest area. "The decision to expand into Professional Staffing was really based…
TERRA Staffing Group announced today it has been named to Inavero's 2013 Best of Staffing lists of award winners. Presented in partnership with CareerBuilder, the fourth annual Best of Staffing lists provide the only statistically valid, objective, service quality benchmarks…
Suliana Holokaukau quit her job as a Barista—without another lined up—to remove herself from a work environment that kept her on edge. I had been working in the food industry for three or four years. At first, I loved it. I’ve worked at fast food places and other mom-and-pop shops. But it got to a … Continue Reading
