Maury Hull
Vice President Human Resources Hol-Mac
Seminars
Tuesday 19th May 2026
Discover: Building Loyalty Through Structured Onboarding: How Hol-Mac’s MEPS Program Achieved 98% Retention & Became a Talent Magnet
11:00 am
- Addressing early-career attrition by launching the Management, Engineering, and Production Systems (MEPS) program, a five-month onboarding experience designed to immerse new graduates in every stage of Hol-Mac’s manufacturing process, from raw steel to finished products like vacuum trucks and forklifts
- Creating a high touch learning environment where participants rotate through welding, CNC machining, assembly, and material flow operations, complete capstone projects, and deliver progress presentations, building confidence and technical depth before assuming full-time roles
- Delivering measurable ROI with 62 hires and only one voluntary exit in three years, saving hundreds of thousands in replacement and training costs, while transforming MEPS into a competitive advantage: graduates now actively seek out Hol-Mac for the opportunity to join the program, strengthening the company’s employer brand and pipeline of engineering talent
Tuesday 19th May 2026
Develop: How Can Manufacturers Redesign Onboarding to Drive Retention, Engagement & Competitive Advantage?
11:20 am
- What strategies help organizations move beyond transactional onboarding to immersive, high-touch experiences that build confidence and technical depth?
- How can rotational programs and capstone projects accelerate readiness while reinforcing organizational culture?
- What role does structured onboarding play in strengthening employer brand and attracting top talent in competitive markets?
- How can organizations measure the ROI of onboarding beyond retention, such as productivity, engagement, and long-term career progression?
