When you have an open position at your company, you probably want to fill it as soon as possible. After posting the job and screening resumes, you invite top contenders in for an interview, but if this typically results in nothing but frustration, you’re going about it all wrong.
Job interviews are a time-consuming process for everyone involved, so you shouldn’t invite a candidate in unless you’ve done your research and are seriously considering them for the position. Learn how to stop wasting your time and start making your interview process more efficient.
Be Exclusive with Interview Choices
If a candidate doesn’t meet your minimum required qualifications, they won’t be able to do the job. There’s no need to invite the person in for an interview, because even if you really mesh, you’re still not going to hire them. Use the resume screening portion of the hiring process to filter out anyone without the necessary skills and experience, making the interview a way to get to know them and see if their personality is a good fit for your company culture.
Conduct Pre-Interview Phone Screenings
A candidate’s cover letter and resume should offer a clear picture of their skills and experience, but when you’re not completely sure if they’re qualified, request a first-round phone interview. This is a quick and easy way to get a little extra clarification, to determine if they have at least the basic competencies needed to succeed in the position. If the call makes you feel confident in their abilities, invite them into the office for an in-person interview.
Take on a Staffing Partner
Finding top candidates to interview is a lot of hard work. If you don’t have the time or resources to properly conduct the search on your own, partner with a staffing firm. Your recruiter will do all the work for you, so all you’ll have to do is meet with top candidates to make your final selection. This is a great way to find the best person for the job in a quick and efficient manner.
Knowing where to look for the right manufacturing or engineering candidates is always a challenge. Partner with Premium Staffing, Inc. to make your search successful every time. We offer fast service, cost-effective hiring and you pay nothing until you hire a candidate we recommend. Contact us today to get started!