Reliable Workforce
Anchors Area
The area's labor force offers a proven, reliable work ethic. They take pride in doing their best. Equally important is the low absenteeism and resulting high productivity. The people of Southeastern Illinois are ready, willing and able to work for you.

In addition, part of the SAIL region is considered a Labor Surplus Area (LSA) by the U.S. Department of Labor. This designation indicates there is an eager workforce ready to start today to help your company achieve profitable success.

Boasting an inviting quality of life, employers are able to bring professional management and other employees to the area. Professionals enjoy a lower cost of living, with a comfortable and rewarding lifestyle.

Labor
A "Quality of Labor" survey was recently conducted, which covered 51% of the manufacturing employees in the Southeastern Alliance of Illinois eight county region. The survey found that:

The average length of employment per employee is 8.9 years
The average age of employee is 39 years
Employees average 12.5 years of education
Production pay ranged from $6.00/hr. to $23.35/hr
Absenteeism was reported to be 4.75% (annualized)

The average hourly starting wage in the nine county Southeastern Alliance of Illinois region is $9.34 per hour. Approximately 9% of the labor force is unionized.

The complete study is available upon request.