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Overcoming Misconceptions: The Modern Manufacturing Career

September 26, 2024

Manufacturing no longer is the outdated, labor-intensive industry it often is perceived to be. Today’s high-tech, innovative manufacturing sector offers a wealth of career opportunities. The manufacturing industry has evolved with cutting-edge technologies, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits that define modern manufacturing jobs. As a result, younger generations are building manufacturing careers. Misconceptions About Manufacturing…

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Personal Branding for Manufacturing Professionals: Building Your Industry Presence

April 25, 2024

Personal branding sets you apart from other manufacturing professionals. Building your industry presence helps you form industry connections, stand out in the job market, and advance your career. Because personal branding helps build your presence within the manufacturing industry, you should start taking steps to enhance your professional reputation today. These methods can help. Discover…

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Leading the Line: Key Characteristics of Successful Managers in Manufacturing

March 28, 2024

As a manufacturing manager, you might have been promoted to this role because of your top-notch work performance, skills, or tenure with the firm. However, you might not have been given the training and resources to onboard, train, manage, and develop your team members. Working in a manufacturing management role requires different skills than working…

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Importance of OSHA Safety Compliance in the Workplace

June 16, 2022

As a manufacturing employee, your health and safety need to be your employer’s top priority. If you do not feel safe at work, your performance likely will suffer. This impacts the company’s bottom line. One of the most effective ways to increase employee health and safety is through Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) compliance.…

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How Bringing Your Lunch to Work Could Save You $1,000 Every Year

September 13, 2019

Are you trying to save more money? Did you know packing your lunch could save you thousands of dollars each year? Let’s check out the math. Moderately Priced Restaurants Cost About $3,000 Each Year A lunch entrée at your local diner usually runs between $6-$12. Taking the average cost, $9, plus a 20% tip brings…

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Did You Know About These 5 Manufacturing Methods?

July 26, 2019

If you are currently working in or considering a career in manufacturing, you’ve probably heard of lean manufacturing. Originally developed in Japan, this is a systematic method for minimizing waste. Which of these five lean production methods are you familiar with? Continuous FlowThe goal of Continuous Flow is to have production flow smoothly with few…

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