Multiple Southfield Job Fairs Happening This Week

If you're in the Detroit metro area and looking for work, there are multiple Southfield job fairs happening this week. The Southfield Parks and Recreation Department will host multiple summer job fairs this week. The job fairs will happen on; Tuesday March 5th from 1-3 pm, Thursday March 7th from 1-3 pm, then Saturday March 9th from 10 am - noon.

There was also a job fair scheduled for January 23, 2024, that was cancelled due to weather. It will now happen Wednesday March 6th from 10 am - 2 pm. It will take place at the Southfield Pavillion, 26000 Evergreen Rd. Anyone 18 and older can attend and it will feature 12 businesses.

The City of Southfield, is also looking to fill full-time, part-time and seasonal positions. Some of those positions include:

For the three Southfield Job Fair for Parks & Rec department, they're looking to fill part-time and seasonal positions. If you register at their Human Resources table, you can enter to win prizes. All of the jobs are currently posted on the City of Southfield jobs site. You can also get more info by calling the Human Resources Department at (248) 796-4700.

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I recently moved to Southfield, and so far it's been a great city. Taking a look over the jobs site, there are over 40 jobs available, for all backgrounds and skillsets. If you have children in college that are coming home for the summer, there are quite a few positions where they can make some money for the summer.

If you or someone you know is looking for work, check out these Southfield Job Fairs this week and get that money!

Detroit, Michigan, has a rich and complex history when it comes to its work force. The city has been a hub of manufacturing and industry for over a century, with the automobile industry being the most significant and iconic sector of employment. The city's work force has experienced highs and lows over the years, with periods of prosperity and growth, as well as times of hardship and decline.

At the turn of the 20th century, Detroit's work force was primarily made up of skilled tradespeople who worked in a variety of industries, such as steel production and shipbuilding. However, the city's economic landscape began to change when the first automobile factory opened in 1901. This marked the beginning of a new era for Detroit, as the city became the center of the automotive industry.

In the early years of the automotive industry, work force conditions were often difficult, with long hours, low wages, and dangerous working conditions. However, as the industry grew and became more organized, workers began to organize and form unions. The United Auto Workers (UAW) was formed in 1935 and quickly became one of the most powerful unions in the country, fighting for better wages, working conditions, and benefits for its members.

During World War II, Detroit's work force played a significant role in the war effort, with the city's factories producing tanks, planes, and other military equipment. This led to a period of prosperity and growth for the city, as the demand for goods and services skyrocketed.

However, the post-war period brought with it a new set of challenges for Detroit's work force. The 1950s and 1960s saw the rise of automation and increased competition from foreign automakers, leading to a decline in employment in the city's automotive industry. In addition, social and economic changes led to racial tensions and civil unrest, further complicating the city's work force history.

Despite these challenges, Detroit's work force has remained resilient and adaptive. Today, the city is experiencing a resurgence in manufacturing and other industries, and there is a growing focus on diversifying the city's work force and creating new opportunities for its residents. Newsbreak.com put out an article that highlights 10 Detroit companies currently looking to hire employees for jobs that earn over $35 per hour. These are highlighted below.

According to Newsbreak.com morrey's Contracting is seeking a director of field operations. This full-time role pays up to $163,000 a year. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 5 to 10 years of commercial and/or real estate construction experience, and at least 10 years of management experience.

According to Newsbreak.com Public Storage has an opening for a full-time district manager in Detroit. The pay range for this position is $93,000 to $109,000 a year. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree and relevant experience that makes them a good fit for this role.

According to Newsbreak.com Global Psychological Services is hiring full-time and part-time speech language pathologists. These jobs pay between $55 and $60 an hour. Qualified candidates should have a state SLP license.

According to Newsbreak.com Victors Home Solutions is hiring to fill a full-time contact center director role. The position pays over $100,000 a year. Interested applicants should have 5 years of Microsoft Office experience and 5 years of contact center management experience.

According to Newsbreak.com The Dearborn Sausage Company in nearby Dearborn is seeking a packaging manager for the night shift. The salary range for this full-time position is $70,000 to $100,000 a year. Candidates must have 2 years of manufacturing experience and be willing to work at night.

According to Newsbreak.com The Peerless Steel Company has multiple openings for warehouse team members. These full-time jobs pay up to $80,000 a year, in addition to a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

According to Newsbreak.com Siemens is hiring an executive administrative assistant. This is a full-time hybrid remote role that will be based out of Livonia. The salary range for this position is $62,000 to $112,000 a year. Qualified candidates should have a bachelor's degree and 5 years of administrative experience at the executive level.

According to Newsbreak.com SME is seeking multiple project consultants. According to Indeed's salary estimate for this role in Detroit, these full-time positions likely pay between $72,000 and $91,000 a year. In addition to a bachelor's degree in science or engineering, candidates should also have 6 years of relevant experience.

According to Newsbreak.com The Indiana Innovation Institute in nearby Sterling Heights has multiple openings for additive manufacturing techs. These full-time jobs pay up to $50 an hour. Applicants should have at least 2 years of manufacturing experience working with high-tech equipment and machinery.

According to Newsbreak.com Glassman Automotive Group is hiring to fill multiple customer service rep roles. The salary range for these full-time positions is $55,000 to $95,000 a year. According to the job posting, no experience is necessary.