Workforce Development
How We Misread Productivity Gains in the Debate About Manufacturing Jobs
Manufacturing appears to lead other sectors in productivity growth, but productivity measures pick up factors besides automation. Recognizing this fact changes the terms of part of the public debate.
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Can We Work Together to Address the Skills Gap?
Governments, educational institutions and businesses must work together toward a common goal to change the manufacturing industry.
Read MoreCNCMachines.net Launches Machining Scholarship for Veterans
CNCMachines.net has launched Veteran to Machinist, a scholarship program enabling veterans to join the manufacturing industry.
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Help Set Up a Student-Run CNC Shop Near You
This replicable student-run business model offers promise not only in terms of workforce development, but also in potentially lowering U.S. manufacturing costs.
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Rise Up Industries’ Machine Training Program Rises Up to Help on Many Levels
This CNC machine-operator training program helps individuals prepare for sustainable employment as a vital element for successful reentry into society and departure from gang life.
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Maximizing Machines, Empowering the Machinist: The Art of Shop Floor Efficiency
When the Great Recession hit Linda Tool, leadership for the 66-year-old machine shop decided against cutting staff. Instead, they made a series of strategic investments and decisions around five-axis machining that has allowed them to scale up the business without increasing headcount.
Read MoreAmerica Makes Appoints Director of Education, Workforce
Josh Cramer served in multiple capacities with the SME Education Foundation before signing on with America Makes.
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Solving the Education Gap
One way that shops can address the skills gap and the looming labor dilemma is to start making their own talent.
Read MoreMitutoyo Offers Free Video Training, Easing Credentialing
The online training videos are available for free and with no obligation for testing.
Read MoreCommunicating the Value of Time Is the Key to Online Job Quoting
Online digital tools that automate the quote-to-order process must help job shops and their customers agree on the value of time.
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