Mi-Tech Tool: Going-Pro Talent Fund

At Mi-Tech Tool, a company specializing in the manufacture of carbide cutting inserts for the oil and gas industry, maintaining high standards in production and quality is critical. The company recently faced a challenge: its state-of-the-art Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) equipment required advanced operator training to maximize its capabilities and ensure that its production standards aligned with industry demands. To address this need, Mi-Tech Tool collaborated with GST Michigan Works! and applied for the Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF). They received the award and began working with EBRC Corp, a trusted training provider known for customizing training programs tailored to a company’s specific needs.

The EDM machine had been programmed for optimal operation, but many operators needed support to fully understand the intricacies of its programming and functionalities. To bridge this gap, EBRC Corp designed a specialized training course aimed at equipping Mi-Tech Tool’s team with advanced operational knowledge to enhance the machine’s efficiency. The training was extensive, covering detailed aspects of the machine’s programming, operation, and maintenance, ensuring operators could troubleshoot and adapt as needed to meet production requirements.

Colleen, a representative from Mi-Tech Tool, shared her thoughts on the program’s impact: “The training we have received in the past has helped tremendously with our operators; it was not only beneficial for both the employees’ wages and Mi-Tech’s profitability. This time around, the advanced training EBRC provided gave our operators new insights into quality control and productivity, directly contributing to the company’s success.”

Through the partnership with GST Michigan Works!, GPTF assistance and EBRC’s customized training, Mi-Tech Tool’s operators gained valuable knowledge and skills to operate the EDM machine at its peak. This not only improved production quality but also helped the company maintain a competitive edge in the demanding oil and gas industry.