The 190 respondents were asked to categorize the importance of improvements to make industry jobs more attractive. Their answers generally lined up with the reasons they said workers aren’t showing up, emphasizing concerns such as benefits, wages, and working conditions.
| Possible improvements | Very Important | Important | Not important |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benefits (health insurance, PTO, vacation days) | 81% | 16% | 4% |
| Higher hourly wages | 73% | 20% | 7% |
| Signing bonuses | 21% | 18% | 61% |
| Better working conditions and a positive culture | 70% | 25% | 5% |
| Regular shifts and schedules | 64% | 27% | 9% |
| Higher vaccination rates | 48% | 30% | 22% |
| Relaxed pandemic restrictions | 22% | 23% | 55% |
