--- title: "Manufacturing HR Software | Shifts & Safety | Faqtic" url: https://faqtic.co/industries/manufacturing description: "Factorial HR for manufacturing. Track time on-site, manage shifts, ensure safety compliance. Trusted by 1900+ industrial companies. Free trial." lang: en --- # Manage people and projects from one place The all-in-one HR platform that facilitates the management of all employees, from sub-contractors to full-time workers. Gain insights into technical skills and hours worked by individual and site so you can have confidence in your workforce and forecast project timelines confidently. G M A More than 1900 industrial, manufacturing and construction companies use Factorial Image: Manufacturing worker (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/7c0f55ba-482b-4963-b657-5c32f0fc2390.png) Image: Clock in and out on site (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/7b031b25-6bb2-41a6-9431-fc03ea308b37.png) ### Clock in and out on site Have employees clock in via app using geo-location or facial recognition and track hours worked by project. Image: Digitise recruitment & onboarding (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/dc4fb5d7-6325-47c0-ba59-fef9f6801017.png) ### Digitise recruitment & onboarding Use filters to scan CVs for experience, manage openings on multiple platforms and centralise applicant info. Image: Organise shifts with flexibility (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/16d790f3-fb77-40c1-a4a9-f9f6a5a292a4.png) ### Organise shifts with flexibility Plan schedules, assign shifts to individuals or locations, replicate templated rotas and view conflicts. Image: Stay secure and compliant (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/bbf38be2-6152-40e0-bc66-f43c72bd4b31.png) ### Stay secure and compliant Store DBS & reference checks and qualifications, flag expiry dates & create reports on people missing them. Image: Identify competencies quickly (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/7ce03778-5f12-4a75-bf19-73d3bf2a4214.png) ### Identify competencies quickly Spot skills easily with a competency matrix and allocate workers to projects that play to their strengths. Image: Plan projects with confidence (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/bbf38be2-6152-40e0-bc66-f43c72bd4b31.png) ### Plan projects with confidence Generate time tracking reports per project to forecast timelines based on deeper insights. ## Speed Up Hiring Without Compromising on Quality High turnover is a constant challenge in construction and manufacturing — which makes fast, effective hiring essential. Factorial's Applicant Tracking System (ATS) helps you stay ahead by: **Automatically screening CVs** based on required skills and qualifications — no more manual filtering. **Creating tailored careers pages** to attract the right applicants to your roles. **Instantly turning successful candidates into employees** by storing their data for seamless onboarding. Image: Recruitment and hiring process (https://faqtic.co/lovable-uploads/d0b01dba-fa6c-4b53-996d-401eb07d9df5.png) ## Construction and Manufacturing FAQs Got questions? Here are the most common ones we hear from teams in your industry. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Factorial suitable for construction companies of any size? ### Can Factorial help manage workforce scheduling and job assignments? ### Does Factorial support tracking safety compliance and certifications for construction teams? ### How does Factorial manage payroll and time tracking for teams with fluctuating hours and overtime? ### Is there mobile access for workers on-site? ### Can Factorial connect with other tools we already use, like project management or accounting software? ### How does Factorial support hiring and onboarding new construction staff? ### Do I have to buy the full suite if I only need one feature? ### What kind of training and support is available? ### Does Factorial include employee self-service functionality? ## Ready to transform your manufacturing HR operations? 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