Grand Rapids Reporter

Forge Industrial Staffing has announced that they are partnering with Alpha Grand Rapids to enhance their efforts with the Jobs for Life program.

Jobs for Life is a national employment program based out of Raleigh, North Carolina. Founded in 1996, the biblically based organization's mission is to help people find meaningful and secure jobs. 

Alpha Grand Rapids uses the Jobs for Life program to help people in the Grand Rapids area find assistance like job search materials, skills training, interview practice, and access to educational tools. 

“We are thrilled to join forces with Alpha Grand Rapids," William Santiago, regional director at Forge said. "The Jobs for Life program aligns perfectly with our mission to not only fill jobs but to also provide pathways to long-term employment and personal growth. By supporting this program, we hope to make a significant difference in the lives of many."

Founded in 1995, Grand Rapids, Mi.-based Forge Staffing provides talent recruitment services to large industrial businesses. The company recruits employees in industrial assembly for work including packaging, machine operation, welding and forklift driving.

Forge has offices in Michigan and Indiana, including Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Holland, Warren, Fort Wayne, South Bend, and Indianapolis. The company founders are Richard DeTamble and John Janisch.