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Protecting Your Company’s Investment With a Training Reimbursement Agreement

May 22, 2023 2163

Investing in employee training adds value to all levels of your operation. But how do you protect your bottom line if the investment walks away? Learn why it’s a risk you can’t afford not to take.
Knowing Your Employees — The Importance of Employee Surveys

May 22, 2023 1823

As an employer, you face two serious challenges in managing your talent — keeping employees from leaving for "greener pastures" and countering the impact of a disengaged workforce. The impact of these challenges typically doesn’t become apparent until it is too late — the employee quits, or they have been unproductive since their last performance review.
Reduce Training Costs While Increasing Talent

May 22, 2023 2340

If you’re like many other manufacturers in Michigan, finding and retaining new hourly workers has been a challenge. While we can’t control the talent pool, we can control how we think about training new employees. Here are three factors to consider that could help the effectiveness of your employee training efforts and lead to greater retention:
The Manufacturing Facility Has Changed

May 22, 2023 2396

Much has changed since J.S. Vig Construction was founded as an industrial contractor in southwest Detroit in 1965. Back then, blueprints were hand-drawn and estimates were prepared with an adding machine. Now, technology has changed the world and the rate of change continues to accelerate fast, so buckle up
How Lean Can Attract & Retain Younger Members of the Workforce

May 22, 2023 1871

You know, the unseen beast that snatches up new hires when they go outside for their break. For some reason, they disappear and never return. Why does this mystery monster seem to hang out in some parking lots? How can organizations make sure their new employees stop disappearing? The answer may lie inside the building.
How to Win the Manufacturing Talent Game

May 22, 2023 1978

Attracting and retaining top talent in an increasingly competitive market has become a hot topic for business leaders. Learn how prioritizing culture and leadership can help you win the manufacturing talent game.
New Rules May Eliminate Your 401(k) Audit

May 17, 2023 2291

Employers with less than 100 401(k) participating employees may be eligible for small plan reporting options with no audit required based on recent IRS changes. Learn more in this Dawda Mann Insight.
Michigan Manufacturers Association Champion of New Member Development Hits the Ground Running

May 15, 2023 2486

MMA, in its continuing role as the unifying champion of Michigan’s manufacturing industry, has announced the latest expansion of its team of highly talented professionals leading the charge. Elissa Olson has joined the organization in the role of Membership Development Manager.
Webinar: Kickstarting Your Talent Management Strategy

May 10, 2023 4750

Talent retention and acquisition continues to be a hot topic for manufacturers across the state but many organizations lack consistent strategies to manage their talent. Hear from Sigred Solutions’ Mike Dergis as he discusses the importance of having a good talent strategy and how it can be implemented across the employee life cycle.
Gov. Whitmer Proclaims April 30-May 6 as Small Business Week in Michigan

May 5, 2023 2118

Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an MMA-supported proclamation declaring the week of 4/30/23 through 5/6/23 as Small Business Week in Michigan. Read the 5/4/23 press release from the Governor’s office.

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