Blue Diamond Steel Casting, a veteran-owned business in rural Huron County, is the world’s leading producer of high-quality, shot-backed, large shell-molded steel castings for critical industries such as mining, construction, and railroads. To maintain superior quality and innovative solutions, the company recognized the need to reinvest in technology and workforce skills, particularly in automation and […]
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GST Michigan Works! has had the pleasure of working with Epic Machine since 2018. Epic is home to 17 CNC Turning Centers and 9 CNC Milling Centers. They have diversified their customer base to include not only the automotive industry, but also agricultural, construction, rail, medical, food, wind, solar, municipal, and military industries. Since 2018, […]
Luke has successfully completed a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator and Programmer apprenticeship program with Arch Cutting Tools in Flushing. This achievement marks a pivotal milestone in his career within the manufacturing industry, highlighting his dedication to professional growth and skill development. Throughout the apprenticeship, Luke gained practical and theoretical knowledge of CNC operations. The […]
Tyler came to our office with a clear goal in mind: to build a better future for himself and his child by transitioning from his role as a machinist to a career in truck driving. Recognizing both the financial and logistical challenges of making such a significant career change, we were able to assist Tyler […]
After working as a dedicated schoolteacher, Terri’s life took an unexpected turn when unforeseen medical issues forced her to step away from the career she loved. On top of her health challenges, she was navigating a new chapter as a single mother, determined to provide stability for her young daughter. Unsure of her next steps, […]
Anna came to the GST Michigan Works! Owosso Service Center in May 2025 seeking a more stable career path. At 22, she was a high school graduate with no post-secondary education or certifications and a work history of part-time, low-wage positions in food service and at car dealerships. When she connected with GST Michigan Works!, […]
Shannon, a wife and mother of two teenagers, was working two jobs when she first came to GST Michigan Works! in Bad Axe. She had spent several years in the healthcare field, caring for others while managing operations and staff. At the time, Shannon was employed as a Home Manager at Faith Flushing Associates, a […]
Qwonda faced challenges related to her background and financial barriers, but she was determined to create a better life. At the time, she was unemployed and eager to earn her CDL-A license. After being out of work for over two years, she completed the Workplace Excellence workshops in GST Michigan Works! Flint Service Center, which […]
Jesse inherited his family’s business, Timber Wolf. He worked tirelessly to support his family and maintain his family’s company. However, it was becoming increasingly difficult to do that without being able to afford benefits for his growing family. That was when Jesse decided to visit GST Michigan Works! and enroll in the WIOA program. He […]
When Karla was just four years old, her parents immigrated to the United States with hopes of building a better life and giving their daughter opportunities they never had. Though they faced challenges adapting to a new language and culture, they never doubted their decision to pursue the American dream. Karla attended school like any […]