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WorkSource hosting statewide Manufacturing Virtual Hiring Event Wed., Aug. 19

Although COVID-19 has put in-person hiring events on hold, individuals interested in manufacturing jobs can “meet” companies from across the state at a virtual hiring event on Wed., Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

By Clark County Today · August 17, 2020
WorkSource hosting statewide Manufacturing Virtual Hiring Event Wed., Aug. 19
Although COVID-19 has put in-person hiring events on hold, individuals interested in manufacturing jobs can “meet” companies from across the state at a virtual hiring event on Wed., Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

More than 25 companies are seeking to fill a variety of manufacturing positions.

VANCOUVER – Although COVID-19 has put in-person hiring events on hold, individuals interested in manufacturing jobs can “meet” companies from across the state at a virtual hiring event on Wed., Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

More than 25 companies are seeking to fill a variety of manufacturing positions. Southwest Washington companies include Church & Dwight Company, LifePort, Neil Jones Food Company, Pacific Seafood, Smak Plastics and Vigor Industrial.

Although COVID-19 has put in-person hiring events on hold, individuals interested in manufacturing jobs can “meet” companies from across the state at a virtual hiring event on Wed., Aug. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Registration is required at https://bit.ly/33ZqH0y. The free event is accessible from computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone. Job seekers can upload a résumé and during the event can explore company booths and talk with recruiters via live, text, video or voice-based chat.

While the local WorkSource centers are not accepting in-person visits due to the COVID-19 pandemic, services are available virtually including job search support, funding for job retraining, workshops and classes, connections to housing, childcare, transportation, food assistance and other support services. 

View information about the WorkSource centers in Vancouver and Kelso and local job openings at www.WorkSourceSWWA.com.

About Workforce Southwest Washington 

Workforce Southwest Washington (WSW) funds services, provided by organizations like WorkSource, Next, Goodwill and Partners in Careers, that help people gain skills to find a good-paying job or advance in their careers and help companies attract, train and retain workers. Our investments strengthen the region’s businesses and contribute to a strong economy. A nonprofit organization founded in 2002, we’ve invested more than $100 million in Clark, Cowlitz and Wahkiakum counties. Learn more at www.workforcesw.org.

About WorkSource 

WorkSource is a statewide partnership of state, local and nonprofit agencies that provides an array of employment and training services to job seekers in Washington State. Customers access services electronically through www.WorkSourceWA.com or through a network of more than 60 WorkSource centers, affiliates and connection sites. For more information, visit the Southwest Washington website at www.WorkSourceSWWA.com.

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