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News and Events for Montana Manufacturers

September 2018
Every year, thousands of manufacturers around the country open their doors to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. See who’s already signed up to participate this year in Montana...

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According to a study by Deloitte on student perceptions of manufacturing, 84% of students involved in Manufacturing Day activities came away "more convinced that manufacturing provides careers that are interesting and rewarding" and 64% were "more motivated to pursue a career in manufacturing."  While not a "cure" for the current and growing workforce shortage, Manufacturing Day offers a great opportunity to raise awareness among tomorrow's employees, as well as the public in general, about the interesting variety of products, from food to photonics, contributing to our state's economic well-being.  No matter how small your operation, it's not too late to join your peers in opening your doors!  Contact us or follow the links below for more info and to get involved!

Links to a few resources:
MFG Day in Missoula
Manufacturing Day Tips and Tricks from Spika (courtesy Montana Chamber)
MFG Day Infographic 
7 Things You Can Do To Make Your MFG Day Event A Success
Register your event
Claude Smith has started a new chapter in his life with Wilcox Farms. Please join us in saying best of luck on his new adventure. 
As we work to fill his shoes, please contact our home office (406) 994-3812 regarding resources and services. 

News & Resources


Jobs with Manufacturers


Electroplating Manager or Technician
Printing and Production
Production Supervisor
Project Coordinator
CNC Table Technician/ Programmer
Laser Welding Tech
Engineering Tech
Shed Hauler
See our website for more positions and application details, or to submit a job posting 
 

MMEC Events


**Last Chance to Register**

Operational Excellence Program (SME Lean Bronze Certification)

Bozeman, starts Sep 26  **New start date: Oct. 2**

Operational Excellence Program (SME Lean Bronze Certification)

Missoula, starts Oct 2 

Manufacturing Day in Missoula

Missoula, Oct 5 


Visit our MMEC Training Website View our Training Calendar

To inquire about a customized training or future public classes, contact a Business Advisor or the MMEC home office.

Training Funds Available

Are you a manufacturer who could use some funds to offset training expenses for your employees? The Incumbent Worker Training Grant offered through the Department of Labor may be the program to help you reach your training goals. IWT has funds available spread throughout the year (every quarter: July 1, October 1, January 1, and April 1), and funds are available now! If you have previous experience with the program, the application process is now more streamlined and is accomplished online. For additional program guidelines, please visit iwt.mt.gov, where there is also a link to fundingmt.org which is the platform for application management. Please feel free to contact the program director, Shawn Andersyn, or your local Job Service with any questions.

Partner Events


Sponsored by MMEC:
2018 Montana Manufacturing Jobs Summit
Kalispell, Nov 8-9
 


MEDA Fall Conference Missoula, Sep 20-21

Human Rights Facts, Issues & Hot Topics Call Nancy (406) 582-9234 Belgrade, Sep 20 or Livingston Sep 20

Global Security Exchange Las Vegas, Sep 23-27

Navy SBIR/STTR Workshop  Bozeman, Sep 24

Business Succession Planning Bozeman, Sep 26

Beginning Excel Superior, Sep 26, Ronan, Sep 27Thompson Falls, Sep 28

Today's Customer Service: The Difference YOU Make! Bozeman, Sep 27

Contract with the state of Montana (free event)
Helena, Sep 27Billings, Oct 3Bozeman, Oct 4,  Register Here

Montana Food Show Bozeman, Oct 1

Montana Pavilion at OptoJapan Tokyo, Japan, Oct 17-19  See STEP for assistance

Recurring Events


Recorded Webinar Financial Planning and Analysis Optimization: The Keys to Moving Past Results Toward Tomorrow's Opportunities (WIPFLi) 
Recorded Webinar Food Manufacturing 101: Get Rich & Don't Go to Jail! 
Register for the next webinar Cybersecurity for Small Manufacturers (Cytellix) 
Recorded Webinar CyberSecure My Business
Upcoming events Associated Employers 
Upcoming events Montana Chamber of Commerce 
Upcoming events Montana High Tech Business Alliance 
News and events Montana Associated Technology Roundtables 
Export Training, News, and Events Montana World Trade Center
Upcoming Trade Missions, webinars, and events U.S. International Trade Administration 

Manufacturers
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