Boosting Productivity in Manufacturing Plants With 24/7 Food and Beverage Access
In the world of manufacturing, the work never stops. It’s common for facilities in this industry to run around the clock, every day of the week. The people who keep manufacturing plants running need to be fueled up just as much as the plants themselves.
For that, 24/7 food and beverage access is critical. It’s not always possible for workers to take extended breaks to go elsewhere to find a snack or a meal. And they won’t always remember (or want) to bring something from home. Upgrading your facility with convenient, appealing food and beverage services is one of the biggest steps you can take toward improved productivity and worker satisfaction. Turn to InReach today to learn more.
The Physical and Mental Demands of Manufacturing Work
It’s pretty easy to understand the physical demands of working in a manufacturing plant. There are heavy items to be moved from place to place, long hours spent on your feet, and countless smaller tasks that can add up to exhaustion by the end of the day.
Focusing only on the physical work, however, would undersell the mental requirements. Good decisions need to be made throughout the day to ensure the quality of the work and the safety of the workers. This is not the place to be making bad choices at the wrong times.
Of course, both physical and mental performance can be degraded by hunger. Maintaining a steady energy level through the consumption of food and beverages will help the plant be productive while getting everyone home safely at the end of the shift.
Unfortunately, according to a survey conducted by the American Heart Association and Aramark, 56% of employees in the U.S. struggle to eat a healthy lunch at work. In that same survey, 91% report desiring more healthful options for their typical workday lunch.
Workplace Food Solutions Have Evolved
There’s a good chance that you already have a vending machine or two somewhere in your building. And, to be sure, there’s nothing wrong with vending machines—we love them at InReach! However, if your machines have been in place for a while and don’t receive much attention, they are probably falling well short of their potential.
Today’s vending machines can stock a wonderful variety of food and drink options, from healthy to indulgent. They also accept credit and debit cards or contactless payments and have touchscreen interfaces for simple operation. If all you do for your food and beverage program is upgrade to new machines, that would be a big step in the right direction.
But you certainly don’t need to stop there. One of the best ways to offer around-the-clock access to appealing food options is through the addition of a micro market. This amenity will surely become a favorite shortly after it is installed, and it will be a natural gathering point for people from throughout the building.
Creating a Stronger Team
You need good equipment in your manufacturing facility to get the job done, but productivity is really about people. When you have a strong, reliable team in place, the business can soar to new heights.
Support the development of an excellent team by providing your employees with the food and drink choices they need to be at their best, whether working in the middle of the day or the dead of night. Good on-site food will reduce the time spent on off-site meal breaks. It will also foster closer relationships between workers and improve overall employee satisfaction.
Trust InReach for Customized Food Solutions
A food and beverage program that is designed specifically for your facility is a huge upgrade. Your people will love how easy it is to access tasty snacks—and a quick energy boost—and you’ll love that they can grab something to eat or drink and get right back to the task at hand. Whether you want to improve outdated vending options or take your first foray into offering food and drinks to your employees, InReach is the right partner.
Proudly part of Sodexo, InReach offers global reach, customized attention, and a large, growing buying network that keeps food costs low and quality high. Contact us today to learn more.