When You Can be Around Others

June 1, 2020

I think or know I had COVID-19, and I had symptoms You can be with others after – 3 days with no fever and – Symptoms improved and – 10 days since symptoms first appeared Depending on your healthcare provider’s advice and availability of testing, you might get tested to see if you still have… View Article

Face-Covering Tips

May 18, 2020

Take action to slow the spread of COVID-19 by wearing a cloth face-covering in public spaces, keeping at least 6 feet of physical distance, & frequently washing your hands. Make a cloth face covering from a t-shirt, scarf, or cloth napkin.  LEARN MORE: https://www.cdc.gov

COVID-19 Policy Summary and Quick Links

May 11, 2020

Face covering (not mask) requirement. Everything else is about steps to protect yourself and others Heath Screening Processes – Temperature checks – Screening questionnaire – Screening Questionnaire Online Form Ensure social distancing as much as possible – Keep people 6-feet apart – Stagger breaks to avoid overcrowding common areas and bathrooms Ensure personal hygiene practices are followed – Wash hands… View Article

COVID-19 Symptoms

March 17, 2020

Call your doctor:  If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice. Watch for symptoms Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) cases. The following symptoms… View Article

COVID-19 – Update 3/11/20

March 11, 2020

As we continue to monitor the local, national and worldwide incidence of the coronavirus and the illness it causes, COVID-19, all employees are asked to review the following workplace policies and guidance. It is likely this information will change as the situation evolves and more becomes known. Questions may be directed to the MS-IL Human Resources department. … View Article

COVID-19 – A Statement From MS-IL Staffing & Packaging

March 10, 2020

As we continue to monitor developments regarding the coronavirus, our focus is the safety and well-being of our customers, employees and the communities we serve, and our thoughts are with those who have been impacted. To that end, we are taking the necessary steps to avoid potential disruptions of service to our customers. We have… View Article

COVID-19 – Frequently Asked Questions

March 10, 2020

Is testing for COVID-19 covered under my Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan? Yes. To comply with the requirements set forth by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, signed into law March 18, 2020, MEC plans will cover diagnostic testing and related service visit(s) in regard to COVID-19. Treatment of the virus is not covered under… View Article

¿Preocupado Por el Coronavirus? Esto es lo que necesitas saber – Spanish

March 10, 2020

MS-IL Staffing & Packaging, Inc. conoce la declaración de emergencia de salud pública emitida por los Gobernadores en los estados en los que operamos con respecto al nuevo coronavirus (COVID) -19. La salud y seguridad de nuestro personal y clientes es nuestra principal prioridad. Continuaremos siguiendo las recomendaciones del CDC y los departamentos de salud… View Article

Worried About the Coronavirus? Here’s What You Need to Know – English

March 10, 2020

MS-IL Staffing & Packaging, Inc. is aware of the public health emergency declaration issued by Governors in states in which we operate regarding novel coronavirus (COVID)-19. The health and safety of our staff and clients is our top priority. We will continue to work closely with and implement guidance from the CDC and Health Departments… View Article

How to Recruit Generation Z in 2020

December 18, 2019

            Members of Generation Z (Gen Z) – will soon add 61 million people to the workforce.1 While recruiting Gen Z-ers, keep in mind that they are different from the employees that came before them. What worked at the beginning of the decade is no longer effective as we enter 2020.  Who is Gen Z? Gen… View Article

The Importance of Diversity in the Workplace

October 18, 2019

MS-IL Staffing & Packaging is proud to be a woman-owned and minority-owned staffing agency. When Leticia Snoddy started MS-IL Staffing in 2001, she was a single mother running MS-IL Staffing out of her basement. Overtime, MS-IL grew to be a thriving staffing agency with ten locations across Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky helping thousands of people… View Article

Maintaining a Healthy Work-Life​​ Balance

October 16, 2019

It’s normal for work to seem like it’s taking over our lives. The desire to succeed is good to have, but sometimes it can leave us forgetting about our well-being. It’s important to have a healthy work-life balance to avoid damaging your physical, emotional, mental, and career health.   Balancing work and life is a lot… View Article

Night Shift Employee Challenges and Solutions

October 16, 2019

Although working 9 to 5 is the most typical schedule for an American worker, about 15 percent of workers in the U.S. work on shifts outside of the traditional daytime hours.* Some people are able to work through the night with no problems, while others can experience several health issues associated with their night shift… View Article

3 Important Forklift Safety Tips

June 28, 2019

It’s extremely important to have a safe workplace and if your company uses forklifts, this is a major area of safety concern. While forklift safety is a top priority, following a few simple tips is all it takes to keep your company running smoothly and successfully. Make sure you ensure the safety of your forklift… View Article

3 Reasons it’s Important to Have an Open-Door Policy

June 21, 2019

There’s plenty of management advice out there and as a manager, you’ve probably heard it all. One of the most common terms you’ve heard is that you should have an open-door policy. While that sounds fine, it’s important to know the reasoning behind it. Open Flow of Communication When managers welcome the open-door policy, they… View Article