**Employee Deficit in Tijuana Industry Decreases but Could Surge Again**
The number of job vacancies in Tijuana currently stands at 6,500, according to figures from the Association of Human Resources of the Industry in Tijuana (Arhitac). Nevertheless, by the end of the year, this deficit might rise once more.
Over the past year, the shortage of workers and employee turnover in the industrial sector have decreased, notes Diana Reyes Herrera, Vice President of Arhitac. She attributes this improvement to several factors beyond national politics, notably disruptions in supply chains, which have affected the inflow of resources and consequently the number of job openings.
Reyes Herrera also highlights that companies have implemented various strategies to make their workplaces more attractive to employees, thereby reducing turnover. “Organizations are becoming more innovative in finding the best options to ensure their employees feel comfortable and valued,” she added.
However, Pedro Montejo Peterson, president of the National Council of the Maquiladora and Manufacturing Export Industry (Index) in the Costa Zone, points out that workforce turnover issues persist in Tijuana’s industrial parks. “As long as there are many informal jobs available, hiring remains challenging,” he stated.
Currently, the industrial sector faces a deficit of 4,000 workers, a significant drop from the post-pandemic period’s 40,000. Still, Montejo Peterson cautions that the ongoing development of over one million square feet of industrial space could potentially create a scenario similar to the post-pandemic workforce shortage.
**Secondary Article:**
**Tijuana’s Industrial Sector Continues Struggling with Workforce Challenges**
Despite recent improvements, Tijuana’s industrial sector continues to face workforce challenges, paralleling global supply chain disruptions and hiring competition from the informal job market.
The industrial sector’s endeavor to build an additional one million square feet of industrial space adds another layer of complexity. Industry leaders warn that this expansion could lead to a workforce shortage reminiscent of the post-pandemic surge in job openings.
Efforts to mitigate these issues have led companies within the sector to innovate their hiring and retention strategies, focusing on creating environments where employees feel appreciated and engaged. However, as the informal job market thrives, attracting and retaining workers remains a persistent hurdle.
In the face of these challenges, the industrial community in Tijuana remains vigilant and adaptable, working to balance growth with workforce sustainability.
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