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Behind the Desk: Ginni Matern Mastin
In the next few weeks we'll share more information about the ladies behind the recruitment, job placement, coaching, and operations of Matern Staffing. Being a small business staffing agency serving the Greater Fredericksburg, VA area is no small task. This...
Where’s Ginni Part 8
Have you ever wondered about the water tower on Route 1? Well, the first American production plant featuring our client's roofing products was built in 1976 in Fredericksburg, VA. Our client makes roofing sheets and tiles from 50% recycled paper, formed into a...
2017 Summer Bucket List
The temperatures are warmer, the pools are open, and another school year is finished. Happy First Day of Summer! Most of us have a bucket list of some type. Whether it’s a list we’ve written down or something we recall from memory, it’s something personal to everyone....
Where’s Ginni Part 7
For my next client visit, I learned about hand-crafting spirits and to catch up with old friends. My earliest memories with the distillery go back about 15 years when Joe Dangler was the Master Distiller. Joe taught me and my mom about horse betting at Colonial Downs...
Where’s Ginni Part 6: The School of Grace
A few months ago my brother-in-law, Bill, arranged for me to surprise my sister, Kris, and work with her as a preschool teacher in Raleigh, NC. My sister became a stay-at-home mom to two little girls (hardest job out there, btw) after her oldest...
Where’s Ginni Part 5: Gladys H. Oberle School
You never know who might be the next connection to your new career. My mom loved helping me and my friends find a job, even if it was something temporary until we found a more permanent position. She knew that as long as we had jobs we could make our car...
Celebrating 50 Years of Staffing
Fifty years ago today my grandmother, Ann Duffer (aka "Mimi"), opened the doors to her employment agency, Ann Duffer Personnel, in downtown Richmond. The business started with placing candidates in mostly secretarial and clerical positions at legal and...
Where’s Ginni Part 4
Steel - it's all around us. It anchors large commercial buildings, reinforces bridges, runs our appliances, and strengthens our cars. Henry Bessemer revolutionized the steel manufacturing process in Britain in the 1850s, which was a huge contribution for the...
Spring into a Job
Spring into a new job or career with Matern Staffing! Whether you're looking for part-time, temporary or full-time work, we can help you. We have openings for Forklift Operators, Machine Operators, Sales Representatives, Panel & Truss Fabricators,...
Where’s Ginni Part 3
On the third off-site client visit, Teresa and I visited the sweet work family at a local foam manufacturing plant. Our client manufactures foam-based products for packaging, residential and commercial insulation, marine dock systems and more. Teresa...
Matern Staffing’s Ribbon Cutting
Last week alongside clients, friends, family and staff, we celebrated our opening with a ribbon cutting organized by the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce. President & Founder, Ginni Mastin, honored the ceremony by cutting the ribbon with...
Where’s Ginni Part 2
On Valentine's Day this week, I spent the day hanging with my brother, Brandon. Brandon began his career as a mechanic nearly 11 years ago after graduating from Nascar Technical Institute in Charlotte. He moved over to the Parts department a few years ago...
Where’s Ginni Part 1
With new ownership in the new year, Matern Staffing plans to more regularly visit our employees and employers in the field. We want to better understand the work environment, required skills and responsibilities, and team morale so we can grow our...
2016 Year in Review
2016 was a busy year for Matern Staffing (formerly AT Once Staffing) and the local economy. With our recent ownership and name change we are confident 2017 will bring continued growth and happiness for our staff, employees, and employers. Looking for a new...
Matern Staffing Press Release: New Name, Same Great People, Same Great Service
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ginni Matern Mastin, President & Founder (540) 604-5000 ginnimastin@maternstaffing.com New Name, Same Great People, Same Great Service AT Once Staffing Announces New Ownership & New Name January 3,...
Interview Tips
How to Get the Job Interview on the horizon? Boost your interview with these helpful interview tips, applicable to any industry. We’ve been in the hiring business for over 50 years and we know what can make or break an interview. Be on time. Do not bring friends,...
Workforce Development Resources
We understand that not everyone has the time and financial resources to go back to school full-time to further develop a skill or trade. Here are some local resources that offer great part-time professional and workforce development opportunities:...
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