Which of the following would have staff authority in a manufacturing firm?
A) Finance manager
B) Marketing manager
C) Human resources manager
D) Machine shop foreman
E) Purchasing department manager

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Staff authority positions provide support, advice and assistance to line positions. In a manufacturing firm, a human resources manager would have staff authority to ensure proper recruitment, development, retention and management of the workforce. The finance manager, marketing manager, machine shop foreman and purchasing department manager have line authority positions responsible for directly achieving organizational objectives.

Which of the Following Would Have Staff Authority in a Manufacturing