Statistically, skill gaps occur across the organization, at all levels, in the following percentage:

Function	Distribution at Auto OEM's	Distribution at Large Tier 1 suppliers	At small Tier 1, Tier I, Tier III & Lower Suppliers
Manufacturing / Operations	55-60%	70-75%	80-85%
Design and Development, Production Engineering	7-8%	5-6%	1-2%
Vendor Development / Purchase	4-5%	2-3%	Minimal
Projects	1-2%	Minimal	-
Tool Room	2-3%	2-3%	1-2%
Industrial Engineering / Technical Services	4-5%	2-3%	Minimal
Sales and Marketing	5-6%	3-4%	3-4%
Service / Spares	7-8%	1-2%	1-2%
Support functions (HR, Admin, Finance, Accounts)	7-8%	4-5%	2-3%

 

Few Tips for successful Recruitments in the Automotive Sector:

 

• Instead of Values matching, look for candidate's behavioral & motivational characteristics.

• Spend extra time in establishing the ability to work in teams and likeability.

• Specifically look for Problem Solving and decision making abilities

• Offer a highly structured on-boarding program including a short Training.