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Pay and Salary
The Power of Paid Sick Leave and Flexible Benefits for Younger Workers

In recent years, the workforce has witnessed a significant shift in the priorities and preferences of younger employees. Gone are the days when clocking in at the office, no matter how unwell you felt, was considered a badge of honor. Read more...

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Our Sister Company Semper Workforce Solutions releases Third Quarter 2023 Survey Results

Semper Workforce Solutions has released the results from their third quarter survey of the printing and packaging industries. This industry-specific report reflected an overall drop in sales but projected growth year over year. Read more...

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Starting a New Job
The Economic Case for Welcoming Immigrants: A Boost for Worker Shortages, Inflation, and GDP

In an era of rapidly changing demographics and evolving labor markets, the United States faces a trifecta of challenges: addressing worker shortages, managing inflation, and bolstering its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita. One solution that remains in the spotlight is the role of immigration. Read more...

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Finding a Job
Employees’ job market is cooling, yet businesses must stay flexible

Over the last year, we’ve witnessed the beginning of a transformation in labor market dynamics. The once-powerful employee-driven job market is slowly but surely shifting in favor of businesses and employers. Read more...

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Don’t let legalization cloud your workplace drug policies.

As marijuana legalization continues to evolve, commercial printers and other employers in our industry face unique challenges in crafting effective policies and maintaining a safe and productive work environment—amidst a continuing worker shortage.  While the use of marijuana is still illegal at the federal level, many states have decriminalized or legalized its use for medical or recreational purposes. Commercial print, graphic, and packaging manufacturers are safety-sensitive industries, historically concerned with maintaining a drug-free workplace to ensure the safety of their employees and the public. Read more...

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PrintWorkers.com Launches New Website and Modern User Interface

The leading online job board, connecting thousands of employers and job seekers in the print, graphics, and adjacent industries. August 15th, 2023 (Boston, Mass.) - PrintWorkers.com, announces the launch of its new website. Read more...