HR recruitment optimization strategy for large food factories with the use of lean manufacturing methods

Abstract

The issues related to the study of Human Resource processes optimization strategy with the use of the Lean Manufacturing system are highlighted in the paper. The HR specialist role in the recruitment system is reviewed. It is necessary to improve the current process, affecting each of its stages, to increase the efficiency of personnel selection and expand the influence on final result achievement in the food industry enterprises. The concept of HR as a business partnership (HRBP) is developed, which makes it possible to independently flag the need for personnel in accordance with company’s business plan and in some cases also to force changes needed to increase the effect of recruitment process for the company. Modified personnel selection system is introduced and the algorithm for its implementation based on Lean principles with the specified optimization effect in reducing personnel turnover rate and losses is developed. The value map, competency matrix and the list of actions needed to optimize recruitment are worked out.