Workforce Development
Diversified Plastics Appoints Quality Director
Diversified Plastics Inc. has appointed Gary LaTraille as quality director.
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VIDEO: To Solve the Skilled Labor Problem, Change the Culture
MoldMaking Technology Editorial Director Christina Fuges teamed up with Modern Machine Shop Editor-in-Chief Pete Zelinski onsite at Westminster Tool in Plainfield, Connecticut to experience live the company’s unique culture, and then digitally capture the spirit of the environment to share with the rest of the manufacturing community.
WatchMazak Opens Technical Center in San Francisco
According to plans, the Mazak San Francisco Technical Center will be open and operational in early 2019.
Read MoreThe 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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Training Redefined: A Three-Pronged Approach to Solving the Skilled Labor Shortage
A mold builder uses a solid onboarding program, personality profiles and learning styles to quickly and effectively grow its own skilled workforce.
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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.
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