Manufacturing industry

Manufacturing success

With nearly 500 manufacturing clients in the US, we understand the issues employers are facing in the industry.

Employee exhaustion is perceived as one of the biggest obstacles to transformation in 2024. Compared to other sectors, manufacturing employees are less likely to feel their company is genuinely interested in employee wellbeing, and 38% report feeling exhausted on a typical work day.

Source: Inside Employees’ Minds Survey

80% of employees indicated they are at risk of burnout in the next 12 months. Minimizing employee burnout has been a priority for employers in recent years and remains an area of focus. Multiple macro factors are weighing on individuals and employers. Balancing these concerns with the demands of daily life can take a toll on the workforce, leading to disengagement and burnout.

Source: Global Talent Trends 2024

Supply chain challenges and inflation continue to wreak havoc on margins, creating additional pressure on benefit cost for many employers. Rising costs are also presenting a challenge for many employees, with 47% of manufacturing employees reporting reducing discretionary spending due to economic concerns.

Mercer's Approach

Our primary mission is to support yours. With experts, survey data and solutions, we are prepared to help manufactures tackle some of their biggest challenges. Some of the ways we can help include: