Workforce Development

Regulations 22 Mar 2016

Getting Busy

We have been following Cardinal Manufacturing for a few years now. We've featured them in print, online, at trade events and in videos. This innovative high school vocational manufacturing program is still growing! I recently caught up with founder Craig Cegielski and one of his students Lauren Jaskowski to get an update on what they are working on now, and boy, are they busy! Busy building with a virtual architect, among many other things.

Workforce Development 21 Mar 2016

Honoring a Leading Woman in Manufacturing

Last week I blogged about Jim Hommer, Sr., who was honored with the Technology and Manufacturing Association’s Winzeler Award at its Annual Meeting earlier this month. Today I’m going to tell you about the second of three honorees from that event: Francine Petrucci.

Workforce Development 9 Mar 2016

Finding Your Roots... In Manufacturing

Have you ever wondered where your drive to become “a maker” stems from?

Business Strategy 7 Mar 2016

Make a Local Connection, See Innovations and Test Your Leadership

Looking for a way to treat your mold manufacturing team to an evening of fun, all the while having the chance to view new products and services, network with colleagues and help a great industry cause?

Workforce Development 1 Mar 2016

Wowing the Crowd with Welding

MMT's "Under the Scope" columnist Eric Hild wowed a crowd of students with welding technology at a local career night.

Workforce Development 1 Mar 2016

Right in Your Own Backyard

You don't always have to venture very far to find the right opportunities.

Workforce Development 16 Feb 2016

Seeing the Industry with a New Perspective

Last week I attended Plastec West in Anaheim, California (what a nice break from frigid temps in Chicago!). It was my first trade show as senior editor of MoldMaking Technology versus attending as a public relations manager for plastics industry suppliers, and I enjoyed seeing everything with a new perspective.

Workforce Development 12 Feb 2016

What Do They Want?

We are all looking for good talent, but what are they looking to get from us? A recent report gives a glimpse inside the minds of potential workers when they are looking for a new job. Maybe this data will help you attract and hire good workers.

Workforce Development 3 Feb 2016

Honoring Apprentices Builds Morale, Pride in Moldmaking

Last night I had the pleasure to attend the American Mold Builders Association (AMBA) Chicago Chapter dinner meeting, during which six young apprentices were honored by the mold shops that employ them via a nomination, submitted by their supervisors, for the chapter’s Mold Your Career Award.