Success Spotlight: HMS Manufacturing Co. LLC and Workforce Services
- Central Arkansas Planning & Development
- Sep 12
- 2 min read
Businesses play a vital role in the success of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). From serving on workforce development boards to building partnerships with schools and industry groups, employers help shape training and hiring strategies that meet real-world needs. By engaging with One-Stop/American Job Centers, businesses not only find talent but also provide valuable insights into the skills required to keep local economies strong.
One company leading by example is HMS Manufacturing Co. LLC, a family-owned business with more than 35 years of innovation in home organization products. Founded in 1987, HMS began with a mission to design durable, functional, and attractive solutions for everyday living. Over the years, the company has grown from its family roots into a global leader in household goods, with products spanning storage, waste, laundry, kitchen, and pet care.
Recently, HMS partnered with Central Arkansas Workforce Centers to address staffing challenges and expand its hiring reach. By collaborating on a targeted recruitment campaign for packaging and assembly operator roles, HMS tapped into the Workforce Center’s extensive network of job seekers. Together, they hosted job fairs, conducted on-the-spot interviews, and offered application support to streamline the hiring process.
The results were immediate and impactful. Within weeks, HMS successfully hired 20 new employees, strengthening both its operations and the local workforce. This partnership not only filled critical positions but also created meaningful job opportunities for community members.
“You have all helped us tremendously by getting our name out there and helping to get us some quality candidates. We appreciate all the hospitality.”– Colby Nicholson, HR Generalist, and Billy Ward, Recruiter
The collaboration between HMS Manufacturing and Workforce Services demonstrates how strong partnerships fuel business growth while empowering communities. HMS looks forward to continuing this relationship to meet its future workforce needs—and to keep providing households around the world with innovative solutions that make home life easier.
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