Find your passion and plan ahead
Abridged: LearningAndLife.com NEW YORK, NY -- Between the ages of 20 and 70, most of us will spend one third of our life at work. That's a whole lot of time to spend in frustration or unhappiness. Government statistics show that 1 out of every 5 people change jobs each year. If you're unhappy in your career - now is the time to get a new one!

Find your passion and plan ahead. Don't wait until you're desperate to quit your job. You should consider what you're good at and what you enjoy doing. Then research your industry and get yourself excited about your new career before you start it. Make sure you choose your new industry wisely. Taking time to research industries will reward you in the end. Know the business before jumping in. The Bureau of Labor Statistics has information that can help you learn about how strong an industry is.

Always be flexible. Sure, an internship doesn't sound great, but could it get you a job? Lower-paying positions can sometimes be the ticket to long-term roles with growth potential if you show employers that you know your stuff in the first few months of a new job.

Survey shows healthy employment conditions
Abridged: Reuters WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The number of U.S. workers applying for jobless benefits declined by a steeper-than-expected 20,000 last week to 308,000, a level indicating still-healthy employment conditions. The latest figures from the Labor Department cover the week ending Nov. 4 and compare with Wall Street forecasts for claims of 315,000, versus a revised 328,000 the previous week. This was initially reported as 327,000 applications for aid.

A Labor Department official said there were no special factors impacting the data from last week. The four-week moving average - seen as a more representative gauge of underlying employment trends - inched down to 311,250 from 311,500 the week before. The number of people who remained on the benefits rolls after drawing an initial week of aid increased by 43,000 to 2.45 million in the week ended Oct. 28, the latest week for which data are available. This compared with a consensus forecast of 2.43 million claims.

Jobs data are under even closer-than-usual scrutiny after a sharp fall in the unemployment level in October to 4.4 percent, from 4.6 percent the previous month, tightening labor market conditions. Economists took this as a sign of potential wage inflation pressures that might worry the Federal Reserve.

Companies not doing enough to retain employees
Abridged: Execunet.com NORWALK, CT -- With the unemployment rate recently falling to a five-year low of 4.6% and job growth at the executive-level rising sharply, a recent survey conducted by ExecuNet, the executive career management and recruiting network, reveals corporate efforts to hold on to top talent are coming up short, as nearly three in four executives are unhappy at work.

According to the survey of 102 employed executives with an average salary of $192,000, 73% are "somewhat unsatisfied" or "not satisfied" with their current job - up from 67% in December 2005. Of those who report being unhappy at work, 87% say they are planning to leave their company within the next six months.

Eroding corporate loyalty and a very tight job market are a dangerous duo for Corporate America. Given the quality and quantity of new job opportunities being created every day, companies need to take a long and hard look at why their key leaders may be looking to jump ship. Companies that fail to keep their executives engaged are essentially creating an attractive candidate pipeline for competitors.

Don't Stop Learning. Though these jobs require a minimal amount of education, that's not to suggest one should stop pursuing personal enrichment through ongoing education. Even the jobs that pay a decent wage with no college degree still require extensive on the job training

Getting the inside scoop on out-of-town employers
Abridged: CareerJournal.com LOS ANGELES, CA -- Believe it or not, it can be easier to obtain information from afar than it is to get the inside scoop on a company down the street. Maybe it's a desire to make an out-of-towner's experience hassle-free, but prospective employers sometimes seem just a little more accommodating when you explain that you'll be coming from quite a distance. Call directly and ask for an annual report and product literature. Don't hesitate to strike up a brief but inquisitive conversation with anyone you speak to.

The accessibility of online resources has revolutionized the job search. Check the company's website, which you may find surprisingly revealing. Hoovers.com and Vault.com should provide objective information to support what you find on the company's site. Also follow the local newspaper trail to discover the community's perspective on the company's corporate citizenship.

Round out print and online sources with the human element. Find someone -- an old college roommate, family friend, vendor, former co-worker, professional-association contact -- who works at the company and is willing to provide the inside scoop.

Process Chemical Engineer – Plating (Midwest & East Coast)
Primary responsibility is sustaining of processes in the Plating area in support of the manufacturing of printed circuit boards. Responsible for production support, process evaluation, and improvement of manufacturing processes utilizing statistical experimental methodologies, DOE (Design of Experiments), project management for capital equipment justification and installation of high velocity production systems. Interfaces with manufacturing, engineering, suppliers, and customers. Specific expertise in electrolytic and electroless plating techniques desired. Requires exceptional, demonstrated ability in both technical circuit board technology techniques, and general communication and leadership skills. Bachelor or Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, Industrial / Manufacturing or related field preferred with 3-5 years experience in circuit board manufacturing.

Please take a moment and email us with an updated resume if you have not done so recently. resume@greenlinegroup.net