Illinois manufacturers have a lot to be proud of—and a lot to look forward to. The next generation is showing growing interest in manufacturing, engineering, technology, and the trades (METT). But they need your help to turn that interest into real career paths.
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Illinois Manufacturing Trends & What They Mean for You
GCAMP, the Greater Chicago Advanced Manufacturing Partnership, has been excited to read all of the news regarding the manufacturing industry in Illinois, and we are eager to share some of the highlights with you.
Manufacturing in Illinois is a ‘high-growth industry’ specifically in:[1]
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Solve Your Workforce Challenges by Thinking Outside-of-the-Box
If you’re having hiring issues, you are not alone.
The IMA Education Foundation’s 2021 Statewide Education and Workforce Policy Tour revealed that statewide manufacturers are facing “unprecedented challenges” when it comes to filling their workforce needs.[1]
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Now Is the Time to Rethink Training and Internships
Along with everyone else, manufacturing companies were forced to pivot during the pandemic. In order to survive, they made tough decisions and found new ways to do business. In many cases, the solutions they found worked well and are now their preferred way of business. That mentality of problem-solving and finding new approaches should be applied to adapt training, manufacturing programs, and internships.