Human Resources

Non-Linear Career Paths are the New Norm, How Can Employers Adapt?

More employees than ever are choosing non-linear career paths, deviating from previous generations. This has left many talent acquisition and retention experts scratching their heads.

This article from OMA Connections Partner Fisher Phillips highlights how employers can adapt and support these employees to find professional fulfillment in whatever path they choose. 4/07/2024

Finding Cost and Operational Efficiencies with Tailored Workforce Solutions

Operational efficiency is the lifeblood of manufacturing, but balancing increased demand while optimizing labor costs is one of the largest hurdles to clear.

OMA Connections Partner Traba is hosting a webinar to tackle this challenge, with a focus on labor planning, optimizing workforce demands, and solving talent acquisition problems. Click here to register. 4/10/2024

Ohio’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady, Beating National Average

Ohio’s unemployment rate held steady in February at 3.7%, bucking the national trend of declining employment numbers.

The state also reported an addition of 3,500 private-sector jobs in February, more than doubling the 1,200 jobs added in January. 4/04/2024

How Much Should Manufacturers Pay Their Employees?

OMA Connections Partner Arrowhead Talent Solutions suggests manufacturers follow these nuanced steps when considering how much to pay an employee. 4/04/2024

Study: 3 in 4 Workers Say They Are Untrained for Flexible Work Arrangements

According to a recent article by ManufacturingDive, 3 out of 4 workers say that they were unprepared for the shift to flexible work.

As companies continue to expand flexible working options for employees, they should take note of how the systems to support a hybrid schedule are built and ensure employees are properly equipped to adjust.

3/21/2024

Webinar: Designing and Integrating Your HR and Talent Acquisition Strategic Blueprint

Join OMA Connections Partner CliftonLarsonAllen on May 1, 2024 from 1 p.m.- 2 p.m. for a complimentary webinar on developing a cohesive strategic blueprint for human resources and talent acquisition. 3/20/2024

HR Unboxed: Monthly Webinar from OMA Connections Partner CliftonLarsonAllen

Join OMA Connections Partner CliftonLarsonAllen on Mar. 20 from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. for a complimentary webinar series on the latest trends and strategies of HR.

Each month, CliftonLarsonAllen hosts these interactive sessions on new HR topics to provide valuable insights, guidance, and HR knowledge. 3/13/2024

OMA Board Member Pushes Back on OSHA’s Walkaround Rule

OMA Board Director, Angela Phillips of Phillips Tubes Group provided public testimony to the federal Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) in opposition to OSHA’s proposed Walkaround Rule, which would allow union organizers and non-expert third parties to accompany OSHA agents during routine inspections.

In her comments, Phillips cites major concerns regarding risks to company operations, labor relations, and employee safety, while emphasizing the rule’s potential political motives, exposure of trade secrets, and violations of state property laws.

The OMA thanks Angela for her leadership 3/6/2024

Balancing Data With the Human Touch

A recent podcast and article featured in BetterWorks discussed using data-driven tools like AI to inject objectivity into the hiring process.

These insights can help move beyond gut feelings and lead to more informed hiring processes.

2/27/2024

Columbus Salary History Ban to Take Effect

Starting on March 1, 2024, Columbus will join over 40 states, counties, and cities in prohibiting employers from asking applicants about wage rates or salary history.

OMA Connections Partner BrickerGraydon broke down the details of the ban and what employers should expect starting today. 2/27/2024