Known as a pioneer in medical device manufacturing, our client is an international leader in its space. The company prides itself on its family-oriented culture and impressive employee retention rates, with many staff members enjoying long tenures.
The client faced a pressing need for a Supervisor in Molding and Extrusion, a vital role requiring niche skill sets and experience in plastic injection molding.
After six months of an open search, previous agencies had failed to identify suitable candidates, leaving the hiring manager overwhelmed with additional responsibilities whilst searching for talent themselves.
The position required not only technical expertise but also strong interpersonal skills, as the role demanded hands-on involvement on the manufacturing floor. A degree and at least 5 years of hands on experience would set the bar for a minimum requirement.
The firm would regularly engage with Harba’s talent insight reports and articles on the market. When the time came, they responded to an email sharing information on the market. Within 2 days of this response, Harba had co-ordinated a call to assess the upcoming hire.
Employing a “Plan to Placement” approach, Harba engaged in a consultative process to clarify the essential skills and attributes needed for the role. Recognizing that previous candidates may not have met the company’s cultural and skill requirements, Harba emphasized a thorough understanding of what truly mattered to the hiring team.
The focus shifted to identifying candidates with the right blend of hard and soft skills, ensuring they could thrive and lead the existing team.
Harba utilized its extensive LinkedIn network, its database and dedicated tools to effectively identify and reach out to potential candidates. This strategy ensured they could tap into a wider talent pool than previous agencies. Highlighting the company’s heritage and its commitment to innovation in medical devices helped attract candidates who valued longevity and purpose in their careers.
The Harba Assay was pivotal here. The Assay is a set of processes designed to align candidates with firms seeking top talent by ensuring career ambitions and expectations can be met and exceeded. This ensures qualified talent can be retained for the long term and are excited by the new opportunity.
Within 2 days, Harba had a shortlist of candidates ready to send to the client and book into interview.
An impressive turnaround with a 2:1 interview-to-hire ratio, leading to an offer accepted by the chosen candidate within two weeks of submission.
Harba Solutions continues to work closely with the client as an exclusive partner within its engineering functions. If you’d like more information on how Harba can support your hiring initiatives, reach out to Lauren Keltz.