At our own plant, we run 24-7. As there is a lack of available labour, we take our efficiencies and move them as far as we possibly can.
That being said, we're actually as flexible as possible. We have introduced flex schedules into our own facility because these people are so personally driven. There's a high level of self-confidence and pride, so we allow flex schedules. I actually have people who start at 4:00, 6:00, and 7:00 in the morning who work till 2:00 or 3:30 in the afternoon, so there's a high level of flexibility. Yes, there's a high demand and there are many hours, but we're able to give flexibility.
We run 24-7, so we run what we call a weekend shift. Basically, we run three days and pay 48 hours and they only work 36 hours, which is great for single mothers who are trying to raise a family while also trying to pursue a career. We're able to give them five days off, when their children are normally in school, and then they work on the weekends, when they have better support structures. Our industry is highly technical, but highly experienced. It's able to flex with people's schedules.