CT Manufacturers Resource Group

Critical updates for Connecticut Manufacturers

Events and Webinars for Manufacturers

Manufacturing Day 2020 was October 2nd – the theme was “Build the modern manufacturing workforce of tomorrow”.

“As manufacturers seek to fill 4.6 million high-skill, high-tech and high-paying jobs over the next decade, MFG Day empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations.”

CTmrg decided to start our 6-part Manufacturers Workforce Summit Series during Manufacturing Month 2020. This series is not only FOR manufacturers but it’s also BY manufacturers. It will cover a broad range of workforce issues.

The next webinar will be held Wednesday, April 14, 2021 (10:00am-11:30am) – Emotional Quotient Training – Guest Speakers from Wepco Plastics & Westminster Tool will discuss successful training options. Both companies have invested in EQ (Emotional Quotient) training to create an engaging place to work. If you have a tight budget and are looking for a program that will have a measurable impact on retention and recruiting, this is a webinar to attend.

In addition, a representative from the Governor’s Workforce Council will join us to discuss their Collective Impact approach to solving the employment challenge CT manufacturers face.

There are many other topics that concern manufacturers that won’t be covered in the summit. However, there are several companies and organizations that are stepping up during this new normal to provide useful content.

We would like to highlight some of those webinars…

Associations

ACM (Aerospace Components Manufacturers) offers seminars and workshops, and conducts shop level Kaizen’s at member companies utilizing the expertise of fellow members, local and world-class consultants.

The updated list of ACM webinars and links to their on-demand replay can be found here.

AAM (Alliance for American Manufacturing) Achieves its mission through research, public education, advocacy, strategic communications, and coalition building around the issues that matter most to America’s manufacturers and workers.

  • From the AAM Blog – Check out our latest Blog
  • Great Sources of Information
  • I took some time to look over the e-newsletter I received from the Alliance for American Manufacturing. It’s a bit of a time hog as I wanted to be sure to read every post they had. The organization provides interesting articles on a wide range of topics.

See recent article from the Westchester & Fairfield County Business Journals: Housatonic Community College expands advanced manufacturing program

CBIA (Connecticut Business and Industry Association) is the voice of business in Connecticut, with thousands of member companies championing change at the State Capitol, shaping debate about economic competitiveness, and fighting for a better future for all.

  • Online event coming up on Thursday, April 8, 1:00pm
  • COBRA Premium Subsidies: What Employers Need to Know
  • Cost: $0 – $50
  • The American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law on March 11. It includes a substantial, temporary government subsidy equal to 100% of COBRA premiums for eligible individuals from April through September 2021. This essential webinar covers new responsibilities for employers who administer or sponsor COBRA plans.

CCAT (Connecticut Center for Advance Technology) has been providing free weekly webinars for manufacturers since early April 2020 when they offered a presentation on federal resources regarding the COVID-19 stimulus package.

  • Information regarding next webinar coming soon.

The updated list of CCAT webinars and links to their on-demand replay can be found here.

CTMA (Connecticut Tooling and Machining Association) is one of the founding chapters of the NTMA, which was formed as the National Tool & Die Manufacturer’s Association in 1943. Workforce development and government relations continue to be key objectives of the association today.

  • Currently there are no webinars scheduled.

ManufactureCT (formerly New Haven Manufacturers Association) is a catalyst and collaborator for an effective and thriving manufacturing economy in the state of Connecticut.

SMA (Smaller Manufacturers Association) is committed to help CT manufacturers thrive and grow through communication, education, collaboration and advocacy. Their programs offer insight to areas such as marketing, government, lean manufacturing and leadership.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

WIM – Connecticut Chapter (Women in Manufacturing) is a catalyst and collaborator for an effective and thriving manufacturing economy in the state of Connecticut.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.

Workforce Alliance Develops and oversees comprehensive, community-wide responses to the challenges of building a highly skilled workforce in South Central Connecticut.

  • Pre-Apprentice Training Program – May 17 – June 18, 3:00 – 9:00pm at Middlesex Community College & Vinal Technical High School in Middletown, CT
  • Skill Up for Manufacturing
  • Registration is open for the next series of Skill Up for Manufacturing, a free five-week pre-apprentice training program created to expand Connecticut’s manufacturing workforce pipeline and rapidly connect residents 18 years or older who are underemployed or unemployed with manufacturing employers. Apply by April 27th.
  • Skill Up includes:
  • Additional dates and locations available.

Manufacturing Companies

Preferred Utilities Manufacturing Corp. If you are looking to optimize plant operation or expand your controls and fuel handling systems knowledge, Preferred’s year-round Combustion and Fuel Handling webinars are specifically designed to meet your needs.

  • Currently there are no events scheduled.
  • The full list of Preferred Utilities webinars and links to their on-demand replay can be found here.

We will continue to add events, webinars and updates as they become available. If you have an event or webinar you’d like us to include, please contact us and we’ll gladly review your request.

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