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10 Keys to Recruiting Employees in the Manufacturing Industry

Recruiting employees for manufacturing jobs requires looking for skilled talent in several ways. For continuous improvement in workforce development, HR professionals and hiring managers must use ... Read More

Unveiling Washington's Manufacturing Month Proclamation by Governor Jay Inslee

  As an organization deeply committed to advancing the significance of manufacturing and showcasing the tremendous career prospects within our industry, we are thrilled to bring to your attenti... Read More

Building Futures: A Guide to the Exciting Events of Manufacturing Month In Washington State

Our steadfast dedication to workforce development is evident in the substantial resources we have invested. Throughout the year, we have collaborated with many of you to introduce students to the b... Read More

The Six Words That Will Massively Improve Your Employee Recruitment

    Hiring has been a difficult process, as many manufacturing companies have found.   People have grown accustomed to working from home for the past two years and let’s b... Read More

Mastering Supply Chain Risk Management for Small Manufacturers

In today's ever-evolving global marketplace, small manufacturers face unique challenges that can significantly impact their operations and profitability. Our Manufacturer's Guide to Developing Risk... Read More

Jeanette M. Provan Joins Impact Washington-NIST MEP as Account Executive for Eastern Washington

  Seasoned Manufacturing Leader hired to Drive Growth and Excellence in the Region. Impact Washington-NIST MEP is thrilled to announce the newest addition to our team, Jeanette M. Provan, who... Read More

Washington State's Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Center Honored with Distinguished Award for Exceptional Market Leadership

Pictured left to right, Pravina Raghavan, Director of the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Program at the National Institute of Standards, Miguel Angel Moreno Hierro, Account Exec... Read More

Responding To The Workforce Skills Gap: Solutions for Common Manufacturing Problems

Adopting a Strategic Workforce Development Plan Will Benefit Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers As U.S. manufacturers’ needs are adapting to a tech-driven world, the pool of skilled employees... Read More

Impact Washington-NIST MEP Announces its Support and Partnership with the Association of Washington Business (AWB) for Annual Manufacturing Week Bus Tour

Bothell, WA (August 2023) – Impact Washington-NIST MEP proudly announces its involvement as an Industry Spotlight Sponsorship in the annual Manufacturing Week bus tour hosted by the Associati... Read More

3 Simple Steps to Recruiting the Right Manufacturing Employees

Putting Your Best Foot Forward Goes Both Ways in Job Recruitment The manufacturing industry is struggling to get new workers involved. Retaining talent and upskilling the workforce you al... Read More