As seen in Recycling Today, March 2024 Issue Today’s hiring landscape requires innovation and user-friendly systems to build and sustain a robust pipeline of qualified applicants. Candidates expect seamless and expeditious experiences when applying for roles. A multidimensional recruiting approach integrating artificial intelligence (AI), technology and a dedicated team helps meet job seekers’ expectations…
As seen in Waste Advantage – November 2023 Effective second chance hiring programs provide job seekers with a clear pathway to meaningful employment. Setting the Stage for Success Leadpoint faced significant challenges in maintaining their workforce, during the tumultuous year of 2020, marked by the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to these challenges, Maiko Joslin and…
As seen in Waste Advantage – November 2023 In 2018, upon her release from prison, Maiko Joslin embarked on a new journey by landing an entry-level position at Leadpoint Business Services, a workforce solutions company specializing in the waste and recycling industry. Before taking this role, Maiko developed her skills and work ethic through various…
As seen in Recycling Today – August 31, 2021By Alex Kamczyc Since the start of the pandemic, the pool of prospective candidates for waste and recycling industry jobs has dwindled. Last year, it is estimated that the United States lost 10 million jobs during the height of the pandemic, according to the U.S. Department of…
We stand behind our Leadpoint recycling employees, with Leadership development opportunities that will help you get ahead. With hard work and dedication, many of our entry level employees move up into Line Lead and Manager roles. All it takes from you is a desire to get ahead and a commitment to the job. We’ll help…
Think back to your childhood and all time that went into completing a bike ride without help from an adult or a set of training wheels. Along the way, there were probably more than a few scratches and frustrating moments, but once you got the hang of it, the basics always remained. Starting a job…
Working in Recycling is Not A Trashy Job Putting the recycling bin on the curb for pick up is just the beginning of the materials recycling process. Once picked up, all that stuff is taken to a material resource facility (MRF) to be sorted, condensed and reworked into life as a completely different product. What…
Manufacturing Job Interview Tips Do manufacturing interviews make you nervous? If you are, you aren’t alone. Interviews can be daunting, and if you don’t perform well, the chances of you getting hired will be very low. If you dread job interviews, here are some ways to make the experience a bit easier. Act Interested Let’s…
LeadPoint’s Hiring and Recruiting Tips: Turning down job Candidates the right way says something about how your culture values people. While no one likes rejection, especially when it comes from a company or position you applied to. Being unemployed is no fun, and applicants spend countless hours perfecting their resumes and practicing for interviews in…
Veterans possess a number of skills and abilities that can contribute to the overall success of your manufacturing company. If you are considering hiring a vet, here are some of the top reasons you won’t regret your decision. Thriving Under Stressful Conditions Members of the armed forces regularly work under stressful conditions that would intimidate…
Anyone who spends an extended amount of time looking for the right employees knows technology can be a real lifesaver. In the internet age, you can post a job to numerous job boards around with world with just one click. You can also screen your prospective employees more efficiently. However, for all the bells and…