2. Invest in Job Readiness, Before the Job Starts The Problem: Unprepared New Hires Too many workers arrive unready for the realities of your floor — whether it’s the pace of production, the safety standards, or the manual precision required. This results in: ● High early turnover ● Quality control issues Productivity drag on veteran staff What to Do Instead ● Introduce job previews during the application process ● Build in pre-employment onboarding (micro modules, video tours) ● Let candidates experience actual tasks in real-time conditions Real-World Fix: The GATE Program uses simulated industrial environments to test performance and adaptability. Participants complete four-hour practical assessments covering assembly, safety, gowning, and equipment protocols — so only the best-fit candidates move forward.