Workforce Development
CNC Machine Shop Employment Positions to Consider Beyond Machine Operators
Many machine shops have open machine operator positions to fill. But does it make sense for shops to also seek automation engineers, IT managers and assembly personnel?
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Strengthening Manufacturing Workplaces Through Active Listening
A good strategy to weather the storms of manufacturing market upheavals and unpredictable factors is to commit to continuous, active employee listening.
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Global Shop Solutions to Host ERP User Conferences
The company is hosting two separate events — one onsite and one virtual — that will focus on core ERP features and functionality, as well as advanced use cases.
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Emerging Leader's Dedication to Education
Instilling confidence throughout a shop floor can do wonders for company morale while increasing productivity.
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Emerging Leader's Problem-Solving Skills Cool Down a Hot Project
This 2023 Emerging Leader developed a product in response to a call for help from Yamaha that was a huge hit in the snowmobile industry when it hit the market in 2010. In fact, it is now a common product that most snowmobile OEMs have implemented.
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2023 Emerging Leaders Strengthen Their Staffs, Solve Problems
Superb critical thinking, top-notch leadership skills and a passion for building a strong team are a few of the common traits held by this year’s five Production Machining Emerging Leader award winners.
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Video Tech Brief: CNC Screw Machines a Solution for Overcoming Labor Shortages
CNC screw machines can exceed job shop productivity and enable manufacturers to overcome perpetual employment gaps.
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Succession Planning: Three 15-Minute Activities to Start Preparing for Tomorrow
Succession planning is planning for the future success of your business.
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6 Tips for Training on a Swiss-Type Lathe
There are nuances to training a person to effectively operate a Swiss-type lathe. A shop I visited a while back offers some suggestions.
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Applying a Healthy Approach to Employee Investment
Service Center Metals’ on-site health center offers its employees and their families free same-day health care and, in return, the employer is gaining many benefits including a healthier workforce and attracting potential employees.
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