Big Results with Limited Time: Inspiration from Successful Part-Time Programs

At MAU, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to providing innovative and tailored staffing solutions for businesses. With our extensive expertise and deep understanding of the industry, we empower employers to navigate their unique staffing challenges effortlessly, while ensuring the utmost satisfaction for their valued employees.

Some of our most remarkable success stories lies in our Part-Time Program. This groundbreaking initiative has proven to be a game-changer, offering flexible and effective solutions to help employers overcome various workplace obstacles. By working closely with businesses, we create custom part-time positions that align seamlessly with their needs, fostering a harmonious work environment and driving productivity to new heights.

BMW

A significant issue arose with employees frequently calling out on the weekends. This widespread absenteeism greatly impacted their workforce, leading to notable shortages and a subsequent decline in production speed and overall capability. As a result, their ability to meet deadlines and maintain optimal operational efficiency was been severely compromised.

In a strategic collaboration with BMW, a novel and innovative Part-Time Program was crafted. This initiative involved employees filling in call-out spots by dedicating their valuable time from Friday to Sunday. Recognizing the importance and value of their contribution, an enticing increased wage package was thoughtfully offered to attract highly motivated applicants to actively participate in the program.

A targeted marketing campaign was launched to attract applicants, resulting in over 250 resumes for only four available positions. Employees were compensated at an hourly rate of $17.70-$22.23, a wage higher than that of full-time workers. Despite the increased wage, the company still achieved cost savings due to reduced vacation time and improved productivity. The program’s success prompted its expansion to include both day and night shifts.

“The Part Time Program (PTA) has provided BMW and Associates with the flexibility to increase headcount when needed without the burden of long-term waste. Additionally, it has allowed MAU to recruit from a pipeline of qualified Candidates who typically would not have been available.” – Director of Manufacturing Services at BMW

Global Tire Manufacturer

The swing shift schedule that was currently in place, consisting of working during evenings and nights, failed to attract new applicants due to its unappealing nature. Moreover, the retention rate of employees was alarmingly low as the existing staff strongly disliked and struggled with the system, leading to reduced job satisfaction and productivity.

MAU used the expertise gathered at BMW and applied it to the issues at this plant, creating a part-time position to attract new applicants and appease current employees. In this specific program, additional pay incentives were not offered in an effort to better understand the appeal of part-time work.

The positions filled rapidly, despite the lack of pay incentive. It also widened their applicant pool because of the convenient schedule for parents, college students, and commuters. And most importantly, employee turnover was reduced.

“As a busy mother of 3, MAUs Part-Time program allows me to work on a set schedule that fits my family needs with an outstanding pay rate. The job within itself is not stressful at all it’s very manageable. I see many college students could benefit from this position not only for the schedule nor pay-rate but for the endless career opportunities that become available.” – Claribel Cruz, a part-time associate

Bosch

Due to the high production demand, full-time employees were consistently required to work beyond their regular hours, accumulating excessive overtime. This not only created stress and fatigue among the employees but also led to increased costs for the company, impacting its financial resources.

MAU’s staffing experts created part-time positions to absorb all the overtime hours. They also included a sign-on bonus and a retention bonus to ensure it would be a long-term solution to the plant’s problems. There were two shift options, Friday through Sunday and Monday through Wednesday.

MAU’s marketing team hosted an event where they debuted the part-time positions at Bosch. In just three days, 187 applicants were hired. The burden of overtime costs was lifted, and turnover was reduced significantly. Employees who were unhappy with the demands of the full-time shifts could switch to part-time rather than quit. The Part-Time Program worked so well for production at Bosch that it’s been expanded to other areas of the plant.

At MAU, we understand that each business is different, and we take pride in tailoring our solutions to meet specific requirements. As we continue to push the boundaries of workforce solutions, we remain dedicated to helping employers thrive, both now and in the future.

Our track record speaks for itself, with numerous businesses benefiting from our transformative approach to staffing solutions. Global Tire Manufacturer and Bosch are just a few of the companies that have experienced the tangible results of our Part-Time Program. These businesses have witnessed substantial improvements in productivity, employee morale, and overall operational efficiency.