Thank You for Attending the
The Assembly Show

In October, QPS Employment Group participated in The Assembly Show in Rosemont, Illinois—a major event that draws thousands of engineers and manufacturing executives from across the country. This 3-day interactive trade show offered invaluable opportunities for learning, networking, and exploring the latest advancements in assembly equipment and manufacturing practices.

As an employee-owned staffing agency, QPS attended with a clear goal: to learn, connect, and support manufacturers by understanding the unique challenges they face and providing workforce solutions. Our booth allowed us to engage with manufacturing leaders, suppliers, and innovators, all while gaining insight into the industry’s evolving needs.

The highlight of our presence was a session led by our President and CEO, Ryan Festerling, who shared practical workforce planning strategies to address manufacturing challenges, including:

• Build: Upskill current employees through training and internal growth
• Buy: Bring in new talent with specialized skills to meet evolving demands
• Borrow: Utilize temporary contractors or consultants for project-based support
• Bind: Retain high-performing and essential team members
• Bounce: Strategically remove underperformers and optimize roles
• Boost: Fast-track the development of future leaders and successors

Interested in diving deeper into workforce planning or learning about future events? Connect with us to explore how QPS can support your goals and help shape tomorrow’s workforce!