A high attrition rate is currently one of the biggest problems in Polish industry. Every plant manager knows that constant staff turnover in production generates enormous costs. Training a new person, getting them up to quality standards and beginners’ mistakes all reduce the efficiency of the production line. That is why more and more companies decide to hire foreigners. But how do you make workers from abroad stay with your company for years rather than a month?
Why do workers from the East leave so quickly?
To solve the problem, we first need to understand its causes. Foreigners who come to Poland have a very specific goal: they want to earn a steady income and feel secure. Most often, the reason they suddenly quit is not the job itself but external factors:
1) Living costs and poor housing: if a worker has to spend half their wages on rent or lives in an overcrowded, dirty hostel, they will quickly look for something better.
2) Commuting problems: production plants are often located on the outskirts of towns. No direct transport and long changes can be exhausting.
3) The language barrier: without support from a bilingual coordinator, workers feel isolated and stressed in their new job.
4) Legal uncertainty: delays in processing legalisation documents are the main reason people escape to the “grey economy” or to other agencies.
How does Alimat Group solve the turnover problem for your company?
Fortunately, by working with a professional temporary employment agency you can eliminate these risks completely. At Alimat Group we have developed an effective worker retention system that benefits your business.
Here is what we take off the employer’s shoulders:
1) Comfortable accommodation: our workers live in checked locations for just PLN 600 a month. As a result, they feel comfortable and do not look for other agencies.
2) Free transport: we provide free transport to work. As a result, your team always arrives on time for the shift, with no excuses about a late bus.
3) Bilingual coordinators: our coordinators are available to workers, helping them settle in, explaining health and safety (BHP) instructions and solving everyday problems.
4) Full legalisation: we take 100% responsibility for declarations, permits and residence cards. Workers feel secure and your company avoids any penalties.
Summary
In short, staff turnover in production does not have to keep you up at night. Instead of constantly losing money on recruiting and training new people, invest in working with a reliable partner. Alimat Group will provide a motivated and, above all, stable team that lets your company focus on growth.
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Looking for proven ways to optimise employment costs at your plant? Then read the other articles in our business section. For example, we explain there in detail which is more cost-effective for a modern company: temporary work or traditional permanent recruitment. We also suggest how to prepare the paperwork efficiently before taking on foreign workers. Click here to go to our B2B knowledge base and make the best HR decisions!
