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31Mar

Manufacturing Skills Gap Taking Toll on Industry

“Rob Nelson, president and CEO of Elmer Candy Corp., says fundamental leadership and accountability skills are among the most desirable characteristics an applicant can have. ‘In our industry, food safety, quality, and our reputation are everything so we have to identify people who care and want to do the right thing. The goal is to have an engaged workforce.’”

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