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the termination meeting. This practice communicates an effort to make the process as easy as possible and gives the worker an opportunity to ask questions about the dol- lar amount without having to call later. “The departing individual should be given clear details about how their final paycheck was calculated, any sever- ance package, and the availability of continued benefits,” said Slattery. The employer can help the terminated worker plan their next career step by providing a reference letter, or at least the name and contact information for someone who can provide references. “If possible, provide a connection to an outplacement service company that can meet with the employee to help with such tasks as preparing resumes and dealing with job boards,” said Tosh. Bonus tip: It can be prudent to give the employee a letter which details everything discussed in the meeting.

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AES is a leading full-service provider of integrated convey- ance systems specializing in scrap, trim, and dust. AES en- gineers custom scrap systems and works as a partner in process improvement to help businesses achieve greater profitability, productivity, and sustainability. Products include balers, shredders/hoggers, core shredders, filters, fans, and specialized dust control and collection systems. AES is the ex- clusive distributor for the AirShark Rotary Material Separator. For a wide variety of new and used equipment on to- day’s market, visit our website at www.acm-corp.com. BAUMER HHS CORPORATION www.baumerhhs.com hhs is a global leader in advanced gluing, camera verifica- tion and quality assurance systems for the packaging indus- try. Zero-defect quality and elevated production speeds are key parameters in the manufacturing of corrugated boxes. With hhs Xcam Box Monitoring and non-contact flap gluing of corrugated board, hhs offers every option for quality as- surance in the production of boxes with flexo folder gluers. AMERICAN CORRUGATED MACHINE www.acm-corp.com BLOWER APPLICATION COMPANY (BLOAPCO) www.BloApCo.com BloApCo has served the corrugated industry since 1933 with a variety of scrap handling solutions, including Hori- zontal Floor Shredders, Trim Cutters, and Material Handling Fans and Conveying Systems. BloApCo Shredders allow for continuous shredding and pneumatic removal of sheet waste stacks of all sizes, roll slab, cores, and carton scrap.

“Very often the employee will be in shock about their ter- mination, with the result they don’t listen to, or forget, what you say,” said Pau. “It’s important to have everything writ- ten down.” Move Forward What information should be shared with the remaining employees? Managers need to avoid invading the depart- ing worker’s privacy by stating why the person left. Mindful of the risk, some managers are tempted to say nothing at all. That can create morale issues. “I’ve seen organizations where a person disappears and nobody knows anything,” said Reitz. “That can create paranoia, and lead to rumors spreading like wildfire.” A generic statement is best. “I usually recommend sending a company-wide communication that acknowl- edges the individual is no longer with the company and that everyone wishes them the best of luck,” said Reitz. “If asked why the individual left, it’s wise to say something like ‘Well, that is not important. What is important is that we wish them well.’” Bonus tip: If a small group has worked closely with the departing individual, it can help maintain morale to bring them together in a private meeting to announce the de- parture.

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Leading manufacturer and installer of quality retrofits, up- grades and replacement parts for S&S and Prime Flexo Folder Gluers. Specialists in reconditioning of S&S Flexo Folder Gluers, including ink, air and electrical systems.

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Serving the corrugated box industry since 1991, Chicago- based Corrugator Belt Service LLC maintains corru- gator belts for peak board quality and performance.

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