The New Reality of Manufacturing Hiring: Labor Shortages, Higher Costs, & AI Pressure – Live Q&A

Struggling to Keep Up with Hiring Demands in Today’s Manufacturing Market?

You’re not alone, and it’s only getting harder.

Between lean teams, rising candidate expectations, and the pressure to move faster without sacrificing quality, hiring has become one of the biggest challenges for manufacturers in 2026. Add in the growing role of AI and shifting compliance expectations, and it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up.

Join Lacee Breeden, Recruitment Marketing Manager and Erin Kopec, VP of Marketing from HireLevel for a practical, real-world webinar designed specifically for business owners and HR leaders navigating today’s hiring landscape.

In this session, we’ll walk through what’s changing in today’s workforce, where companies are falling behind, and how to adapt your hiring strategy without overloading your team. We’ll also touch on how AI can support smarter recruiting decisions—without adding complexity or risk.

Whether you’re struggling to fill roles, improve retention, or simply keep up with demand, this session will give you clear, actionable insights you can start using right away.