by Liz Stevens, contributing editor, Plastics Business The skills gap in US manufacturing is a real hurdle for manufacturers looking to expand their workforces to meet increased business opportunities or to make up for the loss of retiring Baby Boomer workers. Enterprising manufacturers are beefing up their apprenticeship programs, connecting with high schools and colleges to … [Read more...] about Manufacturing Training and Jobs for the Reentry Population
STEM & Training
Are Women the Answer to Manufacturing’s Talent Crisis?
by Dianna Brodine, managing editor, Plastics Business Solving the talent problem in the US manufacturing industry has been – and will continue to be – a priority for plastics processors. Perhaps traditionally seen as a job for men, women increasingly are stepping up to take roles in manufacturing facilities. Four women at the top of the profession spoke with Plastics Business … [Read more...] about Are Women the Answer to Manufacturing’s Talent Crisis?
Training is Essential
by Michelle Parr Paulson, director of marketing communications, Paulson Training Programs Let’s face it: The impact of the global pandemic of the novel coronavirus will be felt by all of us in ways yet to be fully understood. Businesses have taken huge hits, leading to painful layoffs and placing pressure on remaining employees to carry the load. It’s fair to say that training … [Read more...] about Training is Essential
Training Matrix: The Roadmap for Employee Advancement
by Liz Stevens, contributing writer, Plastics Business Creating and conducting a training program is hard work, but it is worth the investment – because when employees gain knowledge, companies gain valuable expertise. However, creating a methodology that easily explains the program and the benefits it offers can be challenging. Makuta Technics and Engineered Profiles are two … [Read more...] about Training Matrix: The Roadmap for Employee Advancement
The Time to Recruit is Now
by Dan Regovich, owner and operator, AJ Augur It seems as though the world has changed overnight. We went from one of the most robust economies in US history, where virtually every company was struggling to hire employees at all levels, to massive lay-offs in many sectors – all within a few weeks. I think there is a silver lining to be found in all of this: Many companies … [Read more...] about The Time to Recruit is Now