ManufacturingStories is a place where everyone can learn about and share information on the many exciting programs available to help revitalize & modernize manufacturing in America and to help bridge the skills gap between education and the workplace.
Most people have heard that women are 51% of the U.S. population and only 27% of employees in manufacturing. But there is so much more to this story than a…
Is your workforce ready? A critical shortage of skilled workers threatens the future of manufacturing in America. …Learn More... Intro Video: https://youtu.be/Mu2a2sdeA3k Download the Assessment & Workforce Kit at:ToolingU SME…
At SME, every day is Manufacturing Day. But last month, for the whole month, manufacturing was celebrated all across the nation, with manufacturers opening their doors to reveal a world…
Vocational schools, like Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School in Upton, are increasingly seen as a 21st Century employers "treasure chest" -- places that are preparing the future workforce…
The McMinnville WORKS Summer Internship Program is an award winning program designed and coordinated by MEDP. Learn how to host an intern, apply for an internship, and more.…Learn More... https://youtu.be/DImmjgTE5i4…
Apprenticeship Works, the National Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Partnership (NAMAP) at RCBI works with partners nationwide to expand apprenticeship opportunities in advanced manufacturing. "Our program’s unique model provides standardized, industry-endorsed educational…
As companies project a future with more manufacturing jobs than candidates to fill them, some are partnering with organizations to recruit students from a traditionally untapped market.…Learn More...Continue reading at:Modern…
Humans of Manufacturing is an initiative developed by SME to address misconceptions about manufacturing careers. Emphasis has been on products and companies, but not on the everyday people who make…
What do buzzwords like "just-in-time learning" or "user-generated content" mean and why are they important to your learning program? Read on to find out. …Learn More... Example Video: https://youtu.be/onIR9k7riPA Check…
Manufacturing jobs require more training in technology, mathematics, and problem-solving, and schools and businesses seek ways to retrain workers and prepare the incoming workforce …Learn More... SHOW GUESTS: Christine Carr…