Domico Med-Device is a medical device manufacturer with over 40 years of history in Genesee County. The company was founded in 1975 and has since gone through several owners, most recently the Fenton location was subject to a divestiture in June 2018 from the larger company it was once a part of (TIDI Products). The […]
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Great Lakes Fusion is a “family” of companies consisting of five different divisions. These are Great Lakes Fusion, Great Lakes Excavating, Great Lakes Rental, Great Lakes Fabrication, and Great Lakes Concrete. The company has been growing and diversifying over the last number of years which leads to the need for more staff and training. Great […]
MI Gravel is a family-owned business located in the Thumb Area. The work there is not a sit-down, clean, non-physical type of job, it’s quite the opposite and certainly not for everyone. Because of the unique environment, it can be an added challenge to attract and retain employees in this field of employment. A Career […]
Garvin worked as a Facilities Manager overseeing all projects and tasks in a mobile home community. He trained staff, managed home portfolios, did preventative maintenance, and scheduled all projects with the company for years until it closed. Garvin said after years of hard work turning the community into a clean, safe place to live the […]
Lapeer – Destiny came to GST Michigan Works! in December 2022. She was employed as a Direct Care Giver, a position she obtained through experience and opportunities. She always had a passion for healthcare occupations, knowing there are few professions where she can touch the lives of others and make a difference. Destiny had tried […]
Christopher McKenney’s journey in the trucking industry is a testament to his determination and passion for his chosen career. With the support of his specialist, Rosie Teodosio, and the opportunities provided by programs like JMG (Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates) and WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), Christopher was able to turn his love for trucking […]
Flint – Ushiena Fleming is a high school graduate looking to advance was working dead end jobs and barely scraping by when she came to GST Michigan Works! for assistance with training. Ushiena was adamant about going into CDLA training. She felt that this occupation would allow her the opportunity to have a career that […]
Lapeer – McKenzie Woodcum was referred to GST Michigan Works! through DHHS for the PATH program in December of 2022. Her previous employment experience was in retail and while it was hard work, it often didn’t offer a stable schedule, hours, or income. Being a single parent to her young son added to the complexity […]
Huron – Chris was referred to GST Michigan Works! by Carrie Prill, Transition Specialist at the Huron Area Technical Center. Carrie felt that Chris was a good candidate for the Young Professionals – Summer Youth Employment Program, and didn’t hesitate to refer him to the Bad Axe Service Center. Carrie had previously taken Chris out […]
Shiawassee – Billy Rhinebolt came to GST Michigan Works! Owosso Service Center unemployed and facing many challenges, including being a justice involved citizen. Before coming to the Service Center, he experienced a divorce, moved out of state to follow a job, and recently moved back to Michigan after leaving that employment. He was struggling to […]