Centric Solutions Group

01/23/2025

This is great news for Automotive Suppliers who support Stellantis Belvidere plant.

The recommitments follow a threatened national strike by the UAW.

01/06/2025

Kick off the New Year with a New Career!

We have a DIRECT HIRE, FULL-TIME Bookkeeper Opening in Sterling Heights, MI. Position will be ONSITE.

Ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience

- Be proficient in Excel and QuickBooks
- Prepare Monthly Financial Statements and Year End Taxable Income
- Utilize COVISINT for OEM Payments
- Manage AP/AR activities
- Have ability to work with CPA on Annual Tax Reporting

Upon interest, please send updated resume to Samantha Dawood at [email protected]

12/11/2024

** HOT JOB ALERT ** Maintenance Manager (SC)

We were hired by an Automotive Tier 1 to find them a Maintenance Manager to join their winning, fast-paced operations.

Must have strong experience in the following -
- Led, managed, and developed a large Team (8+ ppl)
- Siemens S7 with ability to use SW Interface to identify issues and direct team to repair
- Data/Results Driven Leadership Style; OEE, MTTR etc.
- Plant Safety
- Robotics, Complex Automation, Pneumatic & Hydraulic Equipment, and Industrial Systems

Will offer relocation to the right person. Reach out to Cynthia Berger-Karrandja for more details.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas/transfers.

12/10/2024

🎉 We did it! 🎉

A huge thank-you to everyone who made our Annual Candy for Christmas Drive a success! Your generosity and hard work helped us deliver 3,000 Christmas Treat Bags, spreading joy and smiles this holiday season.

We couldn’t have done it without your support—thank you for making such a meaningful impact! Let’s make 2025 even bigger!

Check out this year’s highlights: https://centricsg-my.sharepoint.com/:p:/p/ckarrandja/EdD0EC5ppStGlnGRIek4LQoBy5K3a8xsDXI6nm-YqVQx8g?e=ZvZgWR&nav=eyJzSWQiOjI1NiwiY0lkIjoxNTI3MTQ2NDkyfQ

Happy Holidays! 🎄✨

12/10/2024

U.S.-based employers announced 57,727 cuts in November, a 3.8% increase from the 55,597 cuts announced one month prior. It is up 26.8% from the 45,510 cuts announced in the same month in 2023 per the November Job Cuts report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc.,

The Automotive sector announced the most job cuts in November with 11,506, the highest monthly total since 14,373 cuts were recorded in April. For the year, Automotive companies have announced 45,820, a 59% increase from the 28,803 cuts recorded through November last year.

The Automotive industry is currently experiencing significant challenges, including potential tariffs affecting U.S. automakers with overseas factories, intensifying competition from Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, and shifts in government subsidies for EVs. Additionally, leadership changes, such as the recent resignation of Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares, are contributing to the sector’s volatility.

Follow Challenger, Gray & Christmas or visit their website at www.challengergray.com for more market news.

Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. is a Chicago-based global outplacement & career transitioning firm that leverages its expertise to create better opportunities for job seekers and companies alike.

11/18/2024

As we head into 2025, the world of work continues to evolve, driven by advancements in technology, shifting employee expectations, and new legislation. From the growing role of AI in hiring and pay equity to prioritizing employee well-being and skills-based hiring, the HR landscape is transforming in meaningful ways.

ADP's latest report highlights the trends shaping HR in the year ahead and offers insights leaders can use to navigate these changes effectively.

Which of these trends do you think will have the biggest impact on your workplace? Let’s discuss!

The employee experience will be a priority, and companies may seek to set up boundaries when it comes to work-life balance to ensure employee well-being.

11/13/2024

SHRM reported today - Inflation Inched Up in October

Annual inflation has inched up, according to new data released today, the first time the inflation rate has jumped up in months after a steady stream of decreases.

The consumer price index (CPI) for all items rose 2.6% for the 12 months ending in October, before seasonal adjustment, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported today. That’s up from the 2.4% year-over-year increase notched in September. On a monthly basis, the CPI increased 0.2%, seasonally adjusted, the same increase as the previous three months.

Real average hourly earnings increased 1.4%, seasonally adjusted, from October 2023 to October 2024, the BLS reported separately.

Employer Takeaway: Justin Ladner, senior labor economist at SHRM, said the halt in the steady fall in inflation in recent months appears to have been driven by rising prices in a few categories, including transportation and medical costs. Largely, though, he said, the rise won’t make a big mark—at least not yet.

Over the remainder of 2024, it would be unsurprising if inflation stagnated or fell much more slowly than in past months, in part because the Fed is expected to continue its policy of gradually lowering interest rates,” Ladner said. “Given that inflation is already low by historical standards, this development has limited implications for consumers and businesses.”

11/13/2024

Wishing Samantha Dawood a very Happy Birthday! Hope you have a day that's as special as you.

11/12/2024

The Candy is piling up around here! Huge THANKS to Rochester Community Schools, MI - Van Hoosen Middle School and Romeo Community Schools - Romeo High School Students for collecting candy.

This event is not possible without the generous support from our Students.

Get in the Holiday Spirit! Make it a Team Event and Collect or Donate Halloween or Bagged Candy. We will continue to take Candy Donations until December 3rd. ❤️ 🎅 🌲 🍫 🍬

11/05/2024

Happy Birthday Paula Andrus!! We hope it’s amazing, like you are!!🎉🥳🎂

11/01/2024

October Job Gains Come Up Short reported by SHRM

U.S. employers added just 12,000 new jobs in October, far less than what most economists had expected, according to the latest employment report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report, released Nov. 1, likely reflects the impact of two devastating hurricanes, along with strikes at Boeing and ports on the East Coast, all of which economists said could have reduced employment growth by over 100,000 jobs during the survey period.

Hiring has been decelerating all year, but despite the pressures of inflation and high interest rates, the labor market has remained resilient, and the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates again next week.

The unemployment rate in October held at 4.1%. Claims for unemployment benefits have increased slightly over the past year but remain relatively stable, and layoffs have been muted.

Employer takeaway: Much of the decline in job growth appears to have been driven by the ongoing Boeing strike and potentially the significant impacts of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, explained Justin Ladner, senior labor economist at SHRM.

“Job growth remained strong in health care and government, and the unemployment rate held steady. Furthermore, labor market evidence from earlier this week continues to suggest that the overall labor market remains strong, ” Ladner said. “From a policy perspective, there was already widespread belief that the Fed will pursue a series of gradual interest rate cuts in the remainder of 2024 and throughout 2025, and this latest report should only reinforce that policy.”

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For all things work, turn to SHRM, the world’s largest HR association dedicated to creating better workplaces that work for all.

10/31/2024

Wishing Everyone a Safe and Happy Halloween🎃👻

10/29/2024

It's that time of year again!! We're collecting Candy for our Annual Candy for Christmas Treat Bags.

This event could not be possible without the efforts of our wonderful Volunteers and those within the Rochester Community Schools, MI, Utica Community Schools, and Romeo Rochester Community Schools, MI for collecting and donating candy every year.

If you want to help, we are collecting Candy Bags (no suckers please) from now until November 18th. Donations are accepted at our office.

We will be gathering at The Power Company Kids Club on Friday, December 6th to sort and assemble. Let us know if you can attend!
😀🎄🎅🍬🍫

10/28/2024

As U.S. Businesses look ahead to the close of 2024, hiring expectations reveal a mixed but cautiously optimistic landscape. According to the October 2024 Business Conditions Survey from the National Association for Business Economics (NABE), 23% of firms plan to add employees in the coming quarter, while the majority—60%—foresee no change in staffing levels.

Notably, very few companies are delaying hiring. Instead, concerns around inflation top the list of factors shaping workforce and investment decisions.

This survey sheds light on how firms are navigating labor market trends, inflation pressures, and moderate recession risks as they plan for 2025 and beyond.

Find out what’s next for hiring, wages, and investment as companies navigate the final months of the year. Read the article below.

Few are delaying staffing and investment decisions because of uncertainty over the US presidential election.

10/28/2024

Happy Birthday Cynthia Berger-Karrandja!! We hope you have an amazing day and an even better year🎉🎉🎉

10/25/2024

A powerful start to an Interview can set the tone for success. The first few moments are essential in guiding candidates on what’s expected, fostering a dialogue where they can share specific, meaningful insights.

Here are 3 tried-and-true tactics to help set interviews on the right path — from setting an agenda to choosing impactful first questions and staying engaged.

Check out the full article for insights that can transform the interview experience from the very start!

The first few minutes of an interview are extraordinarily important. Follow these three simple tactics to ensure your interview starts on the right foot.

10/22/2024

HOT JOB ALERT !!

We're looking for a Technical (Electrical or Mechanical) Engineer with 2-5 years experience in the Automotive Industry with interest in pursuing a Customer Facing role as an Account Manager.

Tier 1-2 Level Automotive Supplier in Metro Detroit looking to grow their team. Get ready to join a global organization with great workplace culture and diverse product line.

Reach out to Cynthia Karrandja for more details.

10/22/2024

Workforce Attrition Trends: What Employers Need to Know for 2025

As we close out 2024, the latest data from Eagle Hill Consulting reveals a complex landscape for employee retention. While attrition rates have dropped, early indicators suggest a wave of departures may hit in early 2025—especially among Generation Z and female employees.

This is a wake-up call for employers to double down on engagement and retention strategies, particularly around culture, flexibility, and career development. Now is the time to focus on strategic initiatives to retain top talent and address emerging workforce needs.

After several quarters of declining attrition, Eagle Hill says more workers may leave their jobs in early 2025.