Workforce Development
The AMBA Chicago Chapter Recognizes Top Apprentices
At its December 4, 2018 Chapter Meeting, the AMBA Chicago Chapter recognized seven apprentices whose employers nominated them for the annual Mold Your Career Award.
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The Impact of Emotional Intelligence, Personality Profiles and Learning Styles on Training and Productivity
A mold shop changes its hiring approach from one of filling positions to instead finding the right people to grow with the team.
WatchVero Software Hires Sales Manager
Vero Software’s Territory Sales Manager, Justin Duke, will oversee sales of the Radan solution for sheet metal.
Read MoreTop 10 Blogs from 2018, Part Two
A slideshow of the most-viewed blog posts in 2018 from MoldMaking Technology Senior Editor Cynthia Kustush.
Read MoreCareer Pathways in High School Produce Better-Prepared Workforce
Several mold manufacturing companies have shared how their workforce development strategies have evolved to meet the needs of today’s industry. Here, Dramco Tool talks about transitioning young workers from a school culture to a shop culture.
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Revamped Staffing Plan Doubles Franchino Mold Team
This builder of injection molds and die cast dies has doubled the number of its employees over the last eight years, boasts an average age of 44 and has 18 apprentices.
WatchIndex Expands its North American Team
Index hires 15 employees, 12 of which are for newly created positions.
Read MoreSeco Tools Announces New Manager
Seco Tools has named Tyler Martin as its new manager of engineering services.
Read MoreHow to Build Manufacturing Awareness with Events
Six best practices for hosting community events that promote industry engagement.
Read MoreSPE Mold Technologies Division Calls for Grant Applications
For the 2018–2019 academic year, the Mold Technologies Division of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) will award grants ranging to $2,500 to support an advanced manufacturing program with a focus on plastics.
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