Services expected to lead the way in job growth in 2011

Many companies with employment needs will continue to rely on temporary positions and job-placement companies, according economist George Erickcek.

According to excerpts in the story in Business Review West Michigan:

Some job growth will return in Grand Rapids during 2011 via the services sector, though economist George Erickcek sees a further, small decline in permanent production jobs.

Any new jobs that do come at companies in the goods-producing sector will largely occur through temporary positions with job-placement companies, as manufacturers use temp workers to handle increasing volumes.

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