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2025 Food Equipment Manufacturer Survey: Closing the Workforce Gap
FPSA has partnered with Cypress Research to launch a critical new study focused on the workforce challenges facing OEMs in the human and pet food processing industries.
Exclusively available to FPSA members, this research is designed to:
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- Identify current and projected employment trends for key hourly and skilled production roles
- Examine the scope and nature of the existing skills gap within the industry
- Highlight best practices and proven solutions for addressing talent shortages in critical areas
We need your input!
An exclusive online FPSA survey will be deployed to OEMs/equipment manufacturers. This is your opportunity to share how your business is impacted by the shortage of qualified workers with specific skills, and how your company is addressing these issues. All responses will be kept strictly confidential. The findings will be shared exclusively with FPSA members to provide valuable insights and industry-wide benchmarking.
Why participate?
FPSA members like you play a key role in shaping the future of our industry. Your feedback will directly inform FPSA’s initiatives to support members in solving one of today’s most pressing business challenges.
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