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Workforce transitions/conversions are as easy as 1, 2, 3 with SLS! We understand the value of loyal, productive employees that have achieved your standards and we will support you in bringing those employees back. When appropriate, we work with our clients to ensure a seamless transition of their contingent workers to SLS’s payroll.
Click here to Request more info on EZTransition℠ —Workforce Transitions.
Yes, SLS offers affordable health insurance plans for all full-time-equivalent contract employees. Your staffing coordinator will inform you of your insurance options prior to your first assignment with SLS. It is your responsibility to review insurance information and options and act accordingly.
According to a survey conducted by the American Staffing Association, among the top benefits to employers of working with a staffing firm are flexibility, speed and access to talent. When working with staffing firms, employers are more likely to maintain appropriate staff levels in an effort to keep efficiency and productivity at desired levels during vacations, medical leaves, their busy season and while large-scale projects are underway. Plus, staffing organizations often place contractors to fill deficiencies in staff knowledge, skills or experience. Partnering with the right staffing company benefits employers by delivering flexible, on-demand talent as needed.
For more info, visit our Employers page.
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Working with a staffing firm provides job seekers greater flexibility in their job searches by offering them the opportunity to pick when and where they want to work. In addition, temporary positions give you the ability to work in different industries and organizations and experience different cultures, allowing you to select the environment that best fits your work style. Finally, temporary assignments are often a bridge to regular employment. In fact, an American Staffing Association survey found that 49% of employees chose temporary or contract work as a way to secure a permanent job.
Payroll is weekly. You are paid on Friday for the previous week’s work. SLS offers Direct Deposit, Global Cash Card, or Paychecks.
SLS, Inc. provides temporary and temp-to-hire staffing for the Light Industrial companies nationwide (for a list of the industries we serve, click here). Temporary workers may be sourced for part- or full-time employment for any shift. Some light industrial positions we commonly staff for include:
Assembly
CNC Operators
General Labor
Loaders/Unloaders
Pickers/Packers
Production
Shipping Workers
Standup/Sitdown Forklift Drivers
Warehouse
And more.
Payrolling/EOR services have become an integral part of effective corporate staffing strategies today. Clients utilize payrolling as a way to bring in critical staff while managing headcount requirements. Whether it is a returning, retired executive who worked for your organization previously, internal temporary staff/floaters, part-time workers, seasonal interns, or any other mission-critical workers sourced by you, payrolling is the answer. Clients are able to obtain or retain the proven talent they want while eliminating the administrative burden associated with the payroll process, including, timekeeping, payroll deductions, insurance, and all required recordkeeping and reporting.
Click here to Request more info on Perfect Payroll℠ —Payrolling Services/Employer of Record.
YES. In addition to regular earnings, SLS offers a benefits package that is second to none for our most valued resource — our assignment workers. Our benefits include:
Health Insurance Plans
Convenient Payroll Options
SLS Referral Program
Credit Union
Illinois Secure Choice Retirement Account
Sick Leave (Where required by applicable law)
Bonus Day Program (Available after 1,200 hours)
And a wide variety of Voluntary Benefits, including auto and home insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Verizon Discount & more.
We offer clients a complete portfolio of staffing staffing solutions to ensure that our contingent staffing services are provided in a manner that best suits your organization’s unique needs. Our services portfolio includes:
Temporary & Temp-To-Hire Staffing Services and Support
Workforce Transitions Support
Payrolling Services/Employer of Record (EOR)
1099/Independent Contractor Review and Verification Services
Intern Program Management For full details, visit our Employers page.
SLS hires temporary and temp-to-hire workers for Manufacturing & Industrial companies nationwide. Assignments may be sourced for part- or full-time employment and for any shift. Some positions we commonly staff for include:
Assembly
CNC Operators
General Labor
Loaders/Unloaders
Pickers/Packers
Production
Shipping Workers
Standup/Sitdown Forklift Drivers
Warehouse
And more!
You can also visit our Job Board, follow us on Facebook, or contact one of our staffing centers for the most current infrmation on new opportunities.
YES. All assigned SLS employees are eligible for a $ 100 referral bonus through July 4, 2021! Refer a friend or former colleague to SLS and you will get a $ 100 referral bonus after they complete 160 hours of work for an SLS client. If you know others as dedicated as you are, there is no limit to the number of referrals you can make! Simply forward our information to your reference and ask them to mention your name when we ask how you learned about SLS. Assignment employees are responsible for following up on their referrals and for notifying their staffing center when the minimum hours are met.
We utilize a combination of onsite and offsite recruiting and interviewing will be used to provide assignment personnel.
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You may access SLS’s SelfServe portal to obtain copies of your electronic paystubs and W2 information.
SLS provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.
A growing concern in HR and risk management circles is the misclassification of Independent Contractors (IC/1099). Studies have revealed that up to 30% of a company’s Independent Contractors are misclassified. Accordingly, clients turn to SLS to mitigate the daunting risk of misclassifying workers. SLS is a leader in IC review and verification services and has established a comprehensive IC/1099 compliance program. SLS's IComply program protects clients from the risk of potential multi-million dollar fines and penalties imposed by the Federal government due to the IC/1099 misclassification. SLS evaluates the contractor’s status, as well as the working relationship between the contractor and your organization in order to make a determination. An audit defense file is created relative to that determination in order to best protect your organization in the future. Some additional risks include lawsuits resulting from workers claiming retroactive benefit payments, unemployment, or workers compensation claims.
Yes! SLS uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
Getting started with SLS is easy! You can Contact a staffing Center, apply to a specific job posting, or complete our Quick Apply form.
SLS is able to track and monitors attendance to proactively address any potential issues utilizing our time clocks. Attendance issues are addressed through the disciplinary program.
Yes! SLS uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.
YES. In addition to regular earnings, SLS offers a benefits package that is second to none for our most valued resource — our assignment workers. Our benefits include:
Health Insurance Plans
Convenient Payroll Options
SLS Referral Program
Credit Union
Illinois Secure Choice Retirement Account
Sick Leave (Where required by applicable law)
Bonus Day Program (Available after 1,200 hours)
And a wide variety of Voluntary Benefits, including auto and home insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Verizon Discount & more.
Many, although not all, of the opportunities offered by SLS fall under the following categories:
Assembly
CNC Operators
General Labor
Loaders/Unloaders
Pickers/Packers
Production
Shipping Workers
Standup/Sitdown Forklift Drivers
Warehouse
And more...
Inquiring about or applying for our opportunities is simple; fill out our Quick Apply form, browse available jobs, or contact your nearest staffing or recruiting center.
SLS designs, develops, and deploys intern and summer hiring programs of all sizes and scopes, allowing you to focus on running your core business. Services can be as simple as onboarding and payrolling or as comprehensive as recruiting, screening, interviewing or even providing learning modules, seminars and coordinating off-site events based upon your organization’s overall program goals.
Timesheets are available through WebCenter. Current employees can login by selecting the “Login” button at the top of this page. After you have accepted your first assignment, you will be sent detailed instructions on how to enter your time. Timesheets must be completed by no later than 5pm on Saturday. Failure to do so may result in a paycheck delay.
SLS requires and verifies that each employee is properly processed through E-Verify.
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YES. At SLS, we make a strong, continuing commitment to our Assignment Employees. This commitment is embodied in both our compensation philosophy and in our benefit/incentive package. We have put together an industry-leading benefits plan for our most valued resource – our employees!
Transparency in Coverage:
We require that background checks and drug testing have been administered and cleared for each employee based upon our client's requirements. Background checks and drug screens can be performed through your preferred vendor or SLS’s standard vendor.
A resume is an important tool for your job search because it offers a page or two where you can display your top skills & qualities and recent job history. If you do not have a formal resume prepaired, that is okay. A simple document with your recent work history (usually no more than 10 to 15 years), applicable skills and/or certifications, and your responsibilities or accomplishments at each job will provide your staffing coordinator with the information they need.
Payroll is weekly. You are paid on Friday for the previous week’s work.
The STAFFLINE program is built upon SLS' cloud-based VMS. The mission of STAFFLINE is to enable you to more effectively manage your contingent workforce. As your contingent staffing program grows, both horizontally and vertically, within your organization, STAFFLINE grows with you, providing a path for you to incorporate even more high-value services into your program. With STAFFLINE, you gain 360 degrees of visibility, flexibility, and control over your staffing program. After all, if you can see it, you can manage it. If you can manage it, you can improve it!
What is STAFFLINE?
Order Placement
Order History
Customized User Access
Invoicing
Timecards
Reporting
Suppler Management
Yes. SLS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, SLS is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
E-Verify Works for Everyone.
For more information on E-Verify, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees or contact DHS at 888-897-7781.
SLS offers Direct Deposit, Global Cash Card, or Paychecks
We prioritize a strong, continued commitment to our assigned employees. This commitment is embodied in both our ongoing communication and engagement strategy, as well as our assignment employee’s benefit/incentive package that goes above and beyond the "industry standard" and includes added benefits including bonus days off, discounts at various retailers, travel deals, and pet insurance just to name a few!
You will need to bring 2 forms of ID to your interview. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here. You will also need to provide the name and contact information for 2 pofessional references, ideally a former manager or supervisor.
SLS is a true partner when it comes to supporting your onboarding and offboarding needs.
Whether your assignment workers need to try on PPE, watch training or safely videos, etc. you can rest easy knowing there will be no surprises on day one!
When an assignment ends, SLS will handle offboarding as well, including conducting exit interviews to get worker feedback, providing you with better info to run your business.
Yes, SLS offers affordable health insurance plans for all full-time-equivalent contract employees.
SLS employees earn sick leave, where required by applicable law, based upon the number of hours worked. Hours accrue at the specified rate based upon the applicable law’s requirements.
Accrued Sick Leave can be used in hourly increments once you have met the eligibility requirements and SLS’s waiting period in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws. Sick Leave can be typically be utilized when the employee is ill or injured; to care for a family member who is ill or injured; if the employee or a member of his/her family is a victim of domestic violence; or if the company or a child’s school or place of care is closed due to a public health emergency.
Notification must be provided to SLS prior to your start time or as soon as is “practicable” via phone or email. Failure to provide notification or abuse of Sick Leave may result in disciplinary action. Documentation may be required if you are absent for more than 3 consecutive workdays. This benefit is subject to modification to ensure compliance with any applicable local or state requirements.
You are paid for actual hours you work. Overtime pay rates depend on your specific assignment. Overtime is permitted only when pre-approved by the client. Contact your staffing center for more details.
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SLS does not charge a fee to assignment employees for working with us. When you receive your paycheck, SLS will deduct all government mandated employee deductions from your pay. Additionally, unless you waive insurance you will be auto-enrolled in the ACA compliant Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) option on the first of the month after 59 days of employment and the weekly deduction for the employee portion of the premium will automatically be deducted.
Yes. SLS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, SLS is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
E-Verify Works for Everyone.
For more information on E-Verify, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees or contact DHS at 888-897-7781.
SLS provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.
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SLS provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.
SLS provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other category protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.
You may access SLS’s SelfServe portal to obtain copies of your electronic paystubs and W2 information.
YES. In addition to regular earnings, SLS offers a benefits package that is second to none for our most valued resource — our assignment workers. Our benefits include:
Health Insurance Plans
Convenient Payroll Options
SLS Referral Program
Credit Union
Illinois Secure Choice Retirement Account
Sick Leave (Where required by applicable law)
Bonus Day Program (Available after 1,200 hours)
And a wide variety of Voluntary Benefits, including auto and home insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Verizon Discount & more.
Enter your answer here
You will need to bring 2 forms of ID to your interview.
SLS does not charge a fee to assignment employees for working with us. When you receive your paycheck, SLS will deduct all government mandated employee deductions from your pay. Additionally, unless you waive insurance you will be auto-enrolled in the ACA compliant Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) option on the first of the month after 59 days of employment and the weekly deduction for the employee portion of the premium will automatically be deducted.
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Timesheets are available through WebCenter. Current employees can login by selecting the “Login” button at the top of this page. After you have accepted your first assignment, you will be sent detailed instructions on how to enter your time.
Timesheets must be completed by no later than 5pm on Saturday. Failure to do so may result in a paycheck delay.
Yes. SLS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, SLS is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
E-Verify Works for Everyone.
For more information on E-Verify, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees or contact DHS at 888-897-7781.
You are paid for actual hours you work - not for your lunch breaks. Overtime is permitted only when pre-approved by the client.
Yes. SLS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, SLS is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
E-Verify Works for Everyone.
For more information on E-Verify, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/employees or contact DHS at 888-897-7781.