Autokiniton, a provider of automotive components and assembly solutions for the mobility industry, is located in Elkton, in Michigan’s rural Thumb region. Hiring and retaining both skilled and unskilled laborers has always been a challenge in this area. To address this, Autokiniton has developed robust Apprenticeship Programs in Tool & Die, Electrical, and Machine Maintenance, […]
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For over 100 years, the Toledo Commutator Company has been an industry leader in producing commutators, springs, and related products that help keep the world in motion. Their products are used in a variety of commercial, scientific, and military applications. Due to the precise requirements of their products, engineers must possess the right skill set […]
In the summer of 2023, a GST Michigan Works! Business Solutions Professional reached out to an old college friend who is the General Manager at LaFontaine Automotive Group in Genesee County. It was a great opportunity to find out how GST Michigan Works! could help the company, particularly with the Going PRO Talent Fund (GPTF) […]
Hunter had always been passionate about mechanics. However, he felt a yearning for more…more responsibility, more skills, and ultimately, a more lucrative salary. That’s when he decided to pursue a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A to boost his employability within his company. On January 16, 2024, Hunter took the first step in his transformative […]
Thumb Plastics, a leading manufacturer of automotive parts, lawn and garden components, and other consumer products, understands the importance of staying ahead in a rapidly evolving industry. With changing technology and upcoming retirements, the company recognized the need to invest in employee training to remain competitive and ensure a skilled workforce for the future. After […]
Rassini Brakes is a lead designer and manufacturer of suspension and brake components for the global automotive industry, focused on original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Rassini Brakes has experienced accelerated growth over the past 20 years. From a workforce development perspective, Rassini Brakes’ decision to leverage the Going PRO Talent Fund underscores the importance of partnerships […]
As Business Solutions Professionals (BSPs) at GST Michigan Works!, the primary focus is to engage with business leaders, owners, and HR managers to match job seekers with talent needs and to upskill current employees. This is done in different ways, which include On-the-Job-Training (OJT) funds for new hires that need extra training to get fully […]
Stonegate Health Campus, a senior living and long-term healthcare provider in Lapeer is navigating the ongoing challenge of staffing shortages in the healthcare industry. Recognizing the need to connect with qualified job seekers, Stonegate partnered with GST Michigan Works! to host a hiring event aimed at attracting new talent. To maximize the event’s reach, GST […]
Founded in 2009 by Annette Hughes, Sunny Patch Learning Center has long been a cornerstone of early childhood education. What started as a single-location center has now flourished into a two-location institution, offering expanded programs like preschool education to ensure children receive a strong start. This year has been a defining chapter for Sunny Patch, […]
Gemini Plastics, a manufacturer in the automotive industry, is committed to developing talent from within to ensure long-term success. Located in a rural area with an aging workforce, the company recognized the need to train new supervisors and support the development of Tool & Die Apprentices to sustain its operations and remain competitive. GST Michigan […]