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Unlock the Workforce Secrets of 2026: The CoWorx Talent Insight Survey

The light industrial landscape is shifting. To hire and retain the best talent, you need to know exactly what makes them stay, what makes them leave, and what they value most in a workplace.

We surveyed our national light industrial workforce to bring you the 2026 CoWorx Talent Insight Survey. This comprehensive report provides a direct look into the preferences and motivations of the people powering today’s supply chain.

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What’s Inside the Report?

Stop guessing what your workers want. Get the data-backed insights you need to build a stronger, more resilient workforce.

  • The #1 Retention Driver: Discover why 49% of workers stay in their roles (it’s not what you think).
  • The Power of Pay: Understand why 67% of talent would choose a $2/hr raise over more PTO.
  • Commute & Shift Realities: Learn the “30-minute rule” that 83% of workers live by.
  • The Supervisor Factor: See why the frontline leader accounts for 50% of a new hire’s satisfaction.
  • The Gig Economy Shift: Insights into why gig work experience has dropped from 38% to 19% in just one year.

Data-Driven Strategies for Success

This report isn’t just about statistics. It includes recommended actions designed to help you:

  1. Lead with Growth: Learn how to feature career pathways to attract long-term talent.
  2. Optimize Wages: Get the breakdown on the $18-$20+/hr range talent expects.
  3. Refine Onboarding: Invest in the leadership training that actually impacts retention.

About CoWorx

As one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S., CoWorx is a trusted partner to growing businesses for talent, payroll, and HR needs. We stay at the pulse of the workforce so you can stay ahead of the competition.

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