WMEP Manufacturing Solutions

Why choose a career in manufacturing? We’ll tell you! ? ? Diverse opportunities, pride in creation, and competitive compensation ? Multiple manufacturing sectors have added over 100,000 jobs over the last five years ? Exciting and innovative jobs on the horizon like Digital Twin Engineer and Drone Data Coordinator ? For Manufacturing Month, NIST MEP is excited to release the “Careers in Manufacturing” infographic that highlights why to choose a career in manufacturing, the top five manufacturing industries experiencing employment growth, various careers along with the average pay, and more! ? It can inspire the next generation of workers, motivate mid-career professionals, and raise awareness of the many opportunities the manufacturing industry offers. ? View and download the infographic at: https://lnkd.in/emvUr9VD ? #ManufacturingMonth #MFGDay24 #ManufacturingCareers #SeeYourselfInMFG

October is Manufacturing Month! Join us in celebrating the backbone of Wisconsin’s economy – manufacturing! October is packed with events that showcase the strength, innovation, and future of the industry. I’m especially thrilled to be moderating a session at Manufacturing Voices on October 24th at WCTC in Pewaukee, where we’ll discuss solutions to the biggest challenges facing manufacturers today. Here’s a snapshot of key events to engage, learn, and network: * September 30th: BizTimes Next Generation Manufacturing Summit- Milwaukee * October 1st: UWEBC Business Best Practices & Emerging Technologies Conference - Madison * October 2nd: Wisconsin Manufacturing Report Out – Brookfield * October 3rd: Wisconsin Manufacturing Report Out – Green Bay * October 15th: Wisconsin Economic Summit – La Crosse * October 24th: WCBA Manufacturing Voices – Pewaukee (I’ll be moderating!) * October 30th: Manufacturing First Expo & Conference – Resch Expo, Ashwaubenon What challenges or opportunities are you seeing in the manufacturing sector? Let’s discuss them at Manufacturing Voices on the 24th! I’d love to hear your thoughts and see you there! ?Find more information see details at: https://wmep.org/events/ Let’s come together this October to drive innovation and ensure a bright future for Wisconsin manufacturing. See you at one (or more!) of these fantastic events! #ManufacturingMonth #WisconsinManufacturing #Innovation #CommunityEngagement #Leadership #ManufacturingVoices

We'll be hosting the annual Governor's Export Achievement Awards on Thursday. The awards recognize companies that have found incredible success abroad. These companies not only raise Wisconsin’s international profile but also pave the way for other companies, establishing best practices and providing tactics for success. Join us to show support for this year's award winners and learn about the innovative practices they employed to achieve export growth. The awards program will also provide an opportunity to learn about the resources WEDC and its partners offer for Wisconsin companies to help them grow their exports. Register to attend here: https://lnkd.in/gy8A_sv8

Round 1.5 Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (WEVI) Program Request for Proposals (RFP) and application package. Click here to view the RFP document and here to view the submission package. Online proposals will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on Friday, February 14, 2025. Proposals submitted after this deadline will not be considered. WisDOT will review the submitted proposals and announce awards in Spring 2025.? #wevi #wisdot #ev #wisconsin https://lnkd.in/gGEYjnPd

The personalized medicine and biohealth industries encapsulate the power of innovation. The Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub was created to make Wisconsin an epicenter of these ideas through research, investment, and manufacturing. That strategy was the focus of this morning's panel featuring some of the leading organizations driving this success. BioForward, Inc. WRTP | BIG STEP Medical College of Wisconsin Exact Sciences University of Wisconsin-Madison #PersonalizedMedicine #Biohealth #WIEconomicSummit

Key Takeaways from the 2024 BizTimes Next Generation Manufacturing Summit WMEP was a presenting sponsor at the recent summit with the theme of Thriving Through Innovation, which brought forward valuable insights: ? AI in Manufacturing: Companies are exploring AI in recruitment, customer service, marketing, sales, quality control, and predictive maintenance. ? Incremental Change: Successful change management starts small, with employee buy-in crucial for growth and cross-training. ? Technology Investment: Automation and applying AI are essential for staying competitive, with quick wins being a focus. ? Training & Collaboration: Effective AI integration requires training on both legal and practical aspects, alongside expert collaboration and ongoing education. ? Efficiency & Speed: Automation reduces process variation and handles repetitive tasks, allowing for innovation. This summit highlighted how AI and automation will shape the future of manufacturing. How is your business adopting technology? #NextGenManufacturing #AIinManufacturing #Automation #EmployeeEngagement #BizTimesSummit

Thank you to our 2024 Conference Showcase Sponsors and Carbon Offset Sponsor 3Degrees Group, Inc.! ?? Evolution Marketing A Certified B Corp ?? SSR Total IT ?? PACE Equity, LLC ?? Focus on Energy ?? University of Wisconsin Sustainable Management Thank you for supporting the sustainable business movement and showcasing your commitment and leadership through #ConferenceSponsorship. Join us on Nov. 12 & 13 at the Harley-Davidson Motor Company Museum to learn how to navigate sustainability and chart a course for positive impact! Register now at https://cvent.me/0QqAqR. #WSBCConference2024 #SustainableBusiness #SustainabilityLeaders #WisconsinSustainability #sustainability #WSBC

Acquisition Hour: CMMC Update – October 2024 - Virtual October 25, 2024 @ 1:00 pm?-?2:00 pm https://lnkd.in/gBu_j5n9 Join us for an essential monthly update designed to provide manufacturers with the latest information on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). As cybersecurity becomes an increasingly critical requirement for Federal and Defense contracting, staying current and compliant is vital for manufacturers looking to secure and maintain federal contracts and subcontracts. This webinar will break down the most recent changes to CMMC, what they mean for your business, and how to ensure your operations are aligned with the latest cybersecurity standards. Don’t miss this opportunity to protect your business and stay ahead of evolving regulations. #cmmc #cybersecurity #acquisition #procurement #govcon Speaker: Matt Frost, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute https://lnkd.in/gBu_j5n9

Unleashing the Power of Teamwork at WMEP! Our amazing team at WMEP Manufacturing Solutions just wrapped up an inspiring two-day All-Team Meeting at the beautiful Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, WI! This was more than just a meeting—it was a celebration of our shared mission, collaboration, and?innovation. Key Highlights: ? Discovering our Gallup Strengths and using them to fuel teamwork ? A little competitive fun with WMEP Jeopardy? ? Enjoying a lakeside bonfire with the team? ? Celebrating milestones and accomplishments At WMEP, we don’t just talk about impact—we live it. Our manufacturing experts’ partner with hundreds of companies each year to deliver tangible solutions to their most complex challenges. With a 9.1 Net Promoter Score, our clients consistently rate us?for driving outstanding results. Did you know? As part of the MEP National Network?, our work in Wisconsin contributed $1.01 billion economic impact in 2023 alone! If you’re ready to join a team where collaboration meets innovation, and impact is more than just a buzzword, check out our career opportunities and be a part of something great! Visit us at?https://lnkd.in/egqcNjeu?to learn more about career opportunities. #workforce #wmep National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum (WFCF) – D.C. - November 18 – 20, 2024 Hosted by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Board of Directors, in partnership with the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter Guest speaker: Mr. Joe Barto, Founder and President of TMG, Inc., Program Lead for the Defense Industrial Base Talent Pipeline Program https://lnkd.in/dqXJRdtK Updated information and registration at https://wifedforum.org/ #WFCF #ndia #navy #marine #maritime #dib #workforce