Job openings in August slipped from July’s high while the rate of workers quitting their jobs reached a record level, according to seasonally adjusted data released today by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. The number of job openings fell 5.9% in August compared to July — a month with a record level of openings — but remained up 61.8% compared to August 2020. Industries
Average hourly pay has increased by 4.6% over the past year, a rate not seen since the late 1970s and early 1980s, driven by severe labor shortages. However, this increase in wages is being largely offset by high inflation, which is running at its fastest pace in 30 years, eroding workers’ purchasing power. The surge in inflation is primarily attributed to supply chain disruptions, resulting
Greensboro, NC- Graham Personnel Services (GPS) is participating in the Colossal Career Fair hosted by GuilfordWorks on Wednesday, October 13th! Stop by our booth to learn about the great opportunities we have in the Triad, including in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, Asheboro, and Thomasville! We have a wide variety of positions in Distribution, Manufacturing, Professional, and Healthcare, along with various shifts and pay ranges to
GREENSBORO, NC- Graham Personnel Services (GPS), an award-winning national full-service staffing firm, is pleased to announce that Valen Canoy has joined the firm as an Account Service Coordinator. Valen is an experienced Sales Professional with a demonstrated history of working in sales, generating traffic through various marketing avenues, and building a professional rapport with clients. Valen is responsible for helping assist the sales team. In her
Job listings at S&P 500 companies have increased by 52% this year as firms seek to boost hiring amid the economic recovery from the pandemic, according to the S&P 500 LinkUp Jobs Index. “Labor demand in the US has risen to unprecedented levels this year, with companies across sectors scrambling to hire workers as the economy continues to recover from Covid-19,” said Reid Steadman, managing
Greensboro, NC- Graham Personnel Services (GPS) is hosting a Grand Opening and Job Fair for our newest High Point office! We invite job seekers to attend the job fair to learn about our hundreds of jobs in the High Point area and beyond. Snacks and water will be provided. All attendees who sign in will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card! The
