Great news for American jobs – auto parts job numbers are up. A new article from IndustryWeek reports on the gains in this sector in the past five years. Automotive component manufacturing and distribution jobs in the U.S. have risen 19% since 2012. That number has jumped from 734,000 in 2012 to 871,000.
Technology is …
The Manufacturing Institute estimates that over 200,000 women currently serving in the military will come home in the next year. The Institute’s new video, “Women Veterans Discuss Transition to Manufacturing,” shares some of the insights of female military veterans who found careers in the manufacturing and distribution industry.
“When I finished my tour, I decided …
Shifts in technology had a great impact on supply chain management in 2016. What will 2017 bring? In his new article, “2017 Technology Supply Chain Predictions,” Gary Brooks gives some insight into what the year could bring.
“Having the right parts in the right place at the right time is critical to a company’s ability …
Employers are focused on building the workforce’s next generation, and that means bringing on more Millennials. Manufacturing.net shares a new infographic, “25 Ways To Attract Millennials To Manufacturing.” Here are a few of those suggestions:
Offer mentoring programs and opportunities, along with a clear path to advancement.
Provide frequent feedback, not just at an …
In her new article, “6 Telltale Signs Your Manufacturing Company is a Learning Organization,” Linda Wechsler tells the reader what criteria to look for:
All employees understand and believe in the company’s vision, mission, and values.
Continuous improvement is a constant state of mind in every person, front line to CEO.
Learning is an …
Whether you have a fully developed Six Sigma-based program in place or are simply keeping an eye on productivity, it’s important to be looking at metrics. Not only do they give an account of your current status, they can help you to identify opportunities for improvement. According to lean expert Larry Fast, manufacturing and …
According to a recent study on entry level employees, which included positions at manufacturing and distribution plants, there are a number of contributing factors that can make or break a manufacturing and distribution company’s employee retention rates. Results of the study were discussed in a recent article from Business Knowledge Source and included the …
It’s that time again – time for New Year’s resolutions. Aside from the usual personal goals, maybe it’s time to make some resolutions for your supply chain. In Industry Week’s new article, “10 Supply Chain New Year’s Resolutions,” author Michael J. Gravier, Ph.D., offers some suggestions. Here are a few to consider:
Become more transparent. …
Hopefully, 2017 will be a year of great prosperity for you and your business. What risks will businesses face in the coming year? CPA Practice Advisor’s managing editor Isaac O’Bannon reports on the findings of a new study examining these risks. “Recent global uncertainties and their potential effects on businesses are top of mind …
OSHA has issued a final rule regarding record-keeping of workplace illnesses and injuries. The final rule’s amendments clarify employers’ obligations, but they do not add any additional compliance requirements.
The final rule reads, “The duty to record an injury or illness continues for as long as the employer must keep records of the recordable injury …
