Eighteen employers in the GST Michigan Works! region have secured $1,103,470 million in Going PRO awards for the FY25 Cycle 2 period. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) invests in Going PRO Talent Fund grants to employers through Michigan’s workforce system, which involves a very competitive application process. The Going PRO Talent […]
Kappen Tree Service (KTS) is a woman-owned business located in the rural Thumb Area of Michigan. They provide line clearance services to keep the power on, working with clients such as DTE Energy, ITC (International Transmission Company), and TEC (Thumb Electric Cooperative). Fun fact: On average, KTS clears 3,000 miles of line per year! As […]
Founded in 1943, Huron Inc. has grown into one of North America’s largest producers of tubular assemblies and precision machined components. Their commitment to quality and customer service has made them Ford’s largest powertrain supplier. However, as skilled employees retire, Huron faces the challenge of replacing their expertise, which has taken years to develop. To […]
Located in the John Conley Industrial Park in Lapeer, Urgent Design and Manufacturing is part of the 3-Dimensional Services Group, known for its cutting-edge engineering and design capabilities. The company specializes in producing high-quality prototype parts for industries ranging from military and medical to automotive, communications, and household appliances. Recently, Urgent Design found themselves facing […]
Since 1974, Century Tool and Gage has been a leader in providing high-quality compression and reaction molds for composite components, serving industries ranging from automotive and marine to agriculture. Located in Fenton, Michigan, the company prides itself on its ability to deliver precision molds that meet the highest industry standards, including molds used for high-visibility […]
GST Michigan Works! has had the privilege of working with Andrea Alvarez at Fessler & Bowman for the last three (3) years. Andrea, the Director of Workforce Development, has taken the team at Fessler & Bowman to new levels. She has made a huge impact as she has single-handedly increased the training opportunities for the […]
Advanced Decorative Systems (ADS US Inc.) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of decorative plastics for the automotive, medical, and consumer markets. With approximately 57 full-time employees at their location in Millington’s Industrial Park, ADS US recognizes the importance of continuous improvement to stay competitive. Recently, they identified a critical need to […]
The need for a highly trained workforce is as important today as it has ever been, and Fenton, Michigan-based Stonebridge Technical Enterprises, Ltd. knows this for sure. Stonebridge provides automation services and equipment to a wide range of manufacturing companies. Their services and equipment are focused on Industrial Automation in high volume and specialty manufacturing […]
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) […]
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 […]