SkillsUSA Competition Enables Young Creators to Shine Author: Brett Gallagher July 12, 2022 Created in 2013 by SME and Stratasys, the SkillsUSA Additive Manufacturing Competition is intended to both educate high school and post-secondary students about additive manufacturing technologies and to provide the real-world, hands-on experience they can apply to a commercial product.
Prioritizing Inclusion in Manufacturing Author: Robert Willig June 21, 2022 Our industry must be inclusive and open to everyone to thrive. Having role models and professional representation within manufacturing is of paramount importance. Passionate manufacturing professionals working together with common goals will ultimately drive business forward.
Certified Manufacturing Engineer Certification: Because You’re Worth It Author: Brett Gallagher June 17, 2022 Today, manufacturing engineers come in all forms, but those holding a Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) certification are recognized and respected for their expertise throughout the industry. Getting a CMfgE certification makes you more than another factory engineer.
Take Your Career to the Next Level With a Lean Certification Author: Brett Gallagher April 22, 2022 It’s hard to overstate the value of Lean manufacturing training and a Lean Certification. Lean training carries obvious personal benefits and signals a dedication to the profession while equipping you with advanced management, manufacturing and problem-solving principles and skills.
Highlights from "Rising Stars in Manufacturing: A 30 Under 30 Conversation” Author: SME Communications April 23, 2024 On April 3, 2024, SME Membership hosted, "Rising Stars in Manufacturing: A 30 Under 30 Conversation.”
Drew Crowe: Championing Second Chances in Manufacturing Author: SME Communications April 25, 2024 As we celebrate Second Chance Month, we shine a spotlight on Drew Crowe, founder of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance and an advocate who embodies resilience, as the essence of second chances.
Top 3 Barriers to Improving the Manufacturing Workforce Pipeline in Education Author: Deb Volzer, Government and Workforce Partnerships Director for SME May 6, 2024 SME launched the MI-WPC in collaboration with 25 community colleges.
Highlights from Emerging Professional Industry Coffee Chat: Dealing with the HR Headache Author: SME Communications May 15, 2024 When starting a new job or transitioning to a new role, navigating the intricacies of human resources can be complex. However, insights gleaned from HR professional, Kim Miscavage, and career development coach, Kelli Carroll, in our recent Emerging Professionals Coffee Chat shed light on common misconceptions and best practices.
MTSU Special Funding Author: SME Communications May 30, 2024 The Middle Tennessee State S239 Robotics Club, sponsored by SME Chapter 43 – the Nashville chapter, recently showcased their skills and innovation at the prestigious National Robotics Challenge (NRC) 2024 in Marion, Ohio.
