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Friday, March 15, 2013

AGC Glass to Recruit Production Workers in Cobb

The company is conducting an on-going recruitment each weekday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through March 22.

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is helping AGC Glass Company fill about 20 production jobs in Cobb County. The company is a manufacturer of glass that is used in homes, commercial businesses, and industrial plants. The company is conducting an on-going recruitment each weekday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through March 22. The recruitment is being held at the GDOL’s Cobb-Cherokee Career Center, located at 465 Big Shanty Rd. in Marietta. Due to U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or a General Education Diploma (GED), and at least one year of production experience. And, the applicants must be able to pass an assessment test given by the …

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Job Fairs Today, Thursday to Fill 1,000-Plus Jobs

A company is recruiting in Marietta Tuesday to fill positions in several North Atlanta locations, while The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta aims to fill 1,000 positions at a job fair in Woodstock Thursday.

The Georgia Department of Labor is assisting two employers in filling a number of jobs in Cobb and Cherokee counties this week. Today, the Sullivan Group will hold pre-screenings and job interviews from 10 a.m. to noon at the Cobb-Cherokee Career Center, located at 465 Big Shanty Road in Marietta. The company will be recruiting for multiple positions at several North Atlanta locations. The positions include accounts payable personnel, sales representatives, administrative assistants, print machine operators, industrial operations managers, quality control representatives, and warehouse workers for general assembly, painting, pressing and welding, and shipping and receiving. Applicants must pass a background check, complete a drug screening…

Thursday, January 24, 2013

'Hire A Hero' Career Expo in Marietta Helps Vets Find Jobs Next Week

The expo will feature a number of employers, educational institutions, and resource agencies that provide assistance to job seekers. The expo will be held Jan. 30 in Marietta.

The Georgia Department of Labor’s (GDOL) will assist Solid Hires and the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) with a career expo for veterans and other job seekers Wednesday, Jan. 30. A team of military resume writers from Washington, D.C. will be on hand to help the veterans prepare their resumes. And, a seminar will be conducted on personal branding and social media to help the veterans learn how to get in touch with potential employers. The Tuskegee Airmen, an historical military group, will also participate. The expo will feature a number of employers, educational institutions, and resource agencies that provide assistance to job seekers. The employers will be hiring or discussing present and future employment opportunities, while other …

Friday, November 23, 2012

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Alorica to Recruit 90 Seasonal Workers in Cobb

The Georgia Department of Labor will help Alorica recruit about 90 seasonal workers for a call center in Kennesaw. A recruitment of customer service representatives will be held Monday, Nov. 26.

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) will help Alorica recruit about 90 seasonal workers for a call center in Kennesaw. A recruitment of customer service representatives will be held Monday, Nov. 26, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the GDOL’s Cobb-Cherokee Career Center, located at 465 Big Shanty Rd. in Marietta. While some applicants must be able to speak both English and Spanish, others may speak English only. All applicants must have a high school diploma or a General Education Diploma (GED) and type at least 35 words a minute. They should have a resume and are encouraged to dress appropriately to improve their opportunities for employment. The salary is $9 an hour. GDOL and company personnel will help selected applicants apply on-line at …

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

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Chatt Tech to Recruit for Technology Training Programs

Classes include heating and air conditioning, building and facilities maintenance, industrial electrical technology, electrical and computer engineering, welding and joining technology, and horticulture.

The Georgia Department of Labor’s (GDOL) Cobb-Cherokee Career Center will help Chattahoochee Technical College recruit unemployed workers and other students to enroll in short-term training classes for a variety of “in-demand” jobs in the technology field. The training program is entitled Jump Start Your Career in the Technology Industry.  The recruitment for the program will be held Thursday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon at the career center, located at 465 Big Shanty Rd. in Marietta. The classes will be taught during the 2013 Spring Semester, beginning January 12. Representatives of the college, including training instructors, admissions officers and financial aid personnel will be on hand to provide information about the training …

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

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Home Depot to Recruit Workers

The company will be recruiting for bi-lingual supervisors who are fluent in both Spanish and English.

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) will help Home Depot fill a number of jobs. The recruitment for Home Depot is set for Thursday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to noon at the GDOL’s Cobb-Cherokee Career Center. The company will be recruiting for bi-lingual supervisors who are fluent in both Spanish and English. Applicants must have a high school diploma or a General Education Diploma (GED) and have at least one year of supervisory experience. Applicants will be required to apply on-line at the recruitment unless they have already applied at http://careers.homedepot.com/?HDCAREERS&view. Salaries are in the $12 an hour range, depending on experience. Keep up with news by subscribing to our free email newsletter, liking us on Facebook and …

Thursday, November 8, 2012

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Career Expo in Cobb Today

The expo will feature a number of employers, educational institutions and resource agencies that provide assistance to job seekers.

The Georgia Department of Labor will assist Diversity Hiring with a career expo in Cobb County Thursday, Nov. 8. The expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cobb Galleria Centre, located at Two Galleria Parkway. The expo will feature a number of employers, educational institutions and resource agencies that provide assistance to job seekers. The employers will be hiring or discussing present and future employment opportunities, while other organizations will provide educational and other resources. Applicants should bring plenty of resumes and be prepared to fill out company applications and interview for available job openings. Among those expected to participate in the expo include: Atlanta Police Department, Charter Insurance …

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