Manufacturing Index Report Offers a Dim Outlook
On Monday, the Institute for Supply Management reported that the manufacturing index dropped to 49.7. May’s index came in at 53.5, naming June’s 49.7 reading the lowest since July of 2009.
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Time to Tackle the Skilled Worker Shortage
On Thursday the United States Commerce Department reported there was little to no change in their final estimate for growth during the January to March quarter.
Math is a Must in Today’s Industrial Skills Training
Industrial skills training is critical to the development of today’s manufacturing workforce.
Manufacturing Training: The Perfect Solution for the Talent Shortage
The search for skilled laborers has become a great scavenger hunt. Recently, ManpowerGroup released their seventh annual talent shortage survey which proved skilled trades are still among the hardest positions to fill in 2012.
How Others Have Tackled the Need for Industrial Training
Over and over again we stress the importance of manufacturing training, as it is critical to the development of industrial skill sets within any workforce. Some manufacturers choose to search for skilled laborers while others opt to implement industrial training programs to further the skills of their current employees.
Surveys Point to Industrial Training as a Solution
The recent 2012 Executive Employer Survey was released by Littler Mendelson, P.C. and interviewed an array of corporate executives who are generally in charge of hiring and management of human capital. The survey found that most respondents, approximately 71 percent, plan to continue hiring in the coming year, while only 8 percent plan to lay off full time employees. Respondents to the survey also noted that some leading challenges they face include...
Beige Book Results Should Encourage Online Industrial Training
The Beige Book is a regional review released eight times per year by the Federal Reserve which surveys each of the Fed’s regional banking districts. The most recent report was released on Wednesday of this week and found that conditions in the U.S. economy grew moderately in most regions throughout the April-May period. Growth ranged from moderate to modest in 10 of the 12 banking districts, while the Boston district remained steady...
While Economic Optimism Among Manufacturers Grows So Should Industrial Training Efforts
Every business strategy works best when a plan has been put in place first. Manufacturing training is no different. In order to implement a successful manufacturing training program you must first focus in on the management approach you will use and then work from there.
Industrial Skills Training on a Budget
The recent spike in job openings and the dip in unemployment rates offers new hope for the once struggling manufacturing industry. The next issue to tackle is that of baby boomer retirement. With budgets still tight and baby boomers nearing retirement with each passing day, manufacturers must invest in industrial training to preserve the knowledge that will be lost when this experienced generation leaves the workforce. So what are some industrial skills...
While Unemployment Falls Industrial Training Should Increase
The Labor Department reported earlier this month that during the month of April the unemployment rates in two thirds of U.S. states fell, suggesting continued economic growth as this year progresses. In most states the unemployment rate dropped below the national average of 8.1percent, recorded during the previous month. In April of 2012 the unemployment rates in 22 of the U.S. states came in below 7 percent, compared to just 13 states...
The Importance of Industrial Maintenance Training
Time and time again we have stressed the importance of maintenance training. Industrial maintenance training is so critical to any given manufacturers success because it ensures all of your factory equipment, new and old, is functioning both efficiently and effectively for maximum production output. Industrial maintenance training, though goes way beyond simply educating your workforce on the ins and outs of your plant’s machinery. Proper maintenance training teaches trainees how to recognize...
Manufacturers Jumping on the Industrial Training Bandwagon
It should come as no surprise that many manufacturers both large and small are facing a severe shortage when it comes to finding a skilled production workforce. Because the skilled labor gap continues to widen, manufacturers are stepping up, finding training partners and implementing industrial training on their own in order to remain competitive and to meet their plant’s needs. Darlene Miller, CEO of Permac Industries, said “Finding skilled and trained workers...
How Manufacturing Training Can April’s U.S. Industrial Production Gains Continue
April marked a much needed gain in U.S. factory output, greatly due to the rise in auto production. As a result of the more demanding market, many plants have increased hiring in an effort to help the economy to continue growing.
6 Steps to Help Create Change
Raymond Floyd, the current vice president of Suncor Energy was featured as this year’s keynote speaker at Industry Week’s Best Plants Conference. During a time which is usually used to discuss industry related case studies or how a particular business is enhancing their lean practices, Floyd took another approach and instead discussed his six steps to help build a successful workforce dedicated to changing an organization for the better. First, Floyd suggests...