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November 4, 2015
Kankakee Community College (KCC) recently signed an agreement with Northern Illinois University (NIU) to facilitate student transfers for some technical programs. The agreement will make it easier for KCC manufacturing […]
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October 29, 2015
There are more career opportunities in Kankakee County than there are skilled workers to fill the positions. The video Opportunity 3000: Career Success in Kankakee County, from the Economic Alliance […]
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October 28, 2015
The video “Success in the New Economy” details how expectations need to be altered to better align education and the needs of the workplace. Many jobs no longer require a four […]
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October 27, 2015
Another Illinois manufacturing company is expanding. Advanced Flexible Components, a leading manufacturer of silicone, PTFE coated belting and fabrics, recently expanded its manufacturing facility. The expansion will help to accommodate […]
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October 26, 2015
The latest MFG Talk Radio episode discusses a relatively untapped resource that could help to fill the skills gap in manufacturing: Americans with disabilities. Industry experts and professionals provide valuable […]
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October 23, 2015
The seventh annual Discover Manufacturing Career Expo recently took place at the Woodruff Career and Technical Center in Peoria. The event taught students about careers in manufacturing and opportunities that […]
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October 21, 2015
The latest Manufacturing Talk Radio podcast looks at global business surveys. Norbert Orr, Director and Head of Industry Surveys for Strategas Research Partners, discusses global manufacturing performance and purchasing manager […]
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October 20, 2015
Danville Area Community College (DACC) has an new program that offers a second chance for those who have dropped out of high school but want to continue their education and […]
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October 19, 2015
Skilled workers are desperately needed in manufacturing due to growth, a retiring workforce, and reshoring. This article explains how many manufacturers are collaborating with local community colleges to develop career […]
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October 16, 2015
Southwestern Illinois College recently hosted a successful event on MFG Day. Over 500 local high school students attended from 16 area schools. Students visited company exhibitor booths, toured the college’s […]
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