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SUMMARY:PreVeil Webinar: DFARS & CMMC Program Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join PreVeil for an exclusive webinar on April 4th at 2:30PM ET with Stacy Bostjanick\, DoD’s Director for CMMC as she provides an update on DFARS & CMMC Programs. She will be joined by Marci Womack (Dir. Federal Practice @ authorized C3PAO Schellman) and Scott Singer (CEO @ authorized C3PAO CyberNINES) who will provide contractors with insights on facilitating their compliance efforts. This esteemed group will look at: \n\nPreparations all contractors should take now to address DFARS and NIST 800-171 compliance obligations\nThe ramp up of DFARS 7012\, 7019 and 7020 enforcement\nNecessary steps for building a DFARS and CMMC compliance program\n\nIf you have a question you would like us to ask Ms. Bostjanick in the webinar\, please submit it when you sign up. \n  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/preveil-webinar-dfars-cmmc-program-updates/
LOCATION:Great Awakenings Brewery\, 77 Mill St\, Westfield\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T110000
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SUMMARY:4 Steps to Faster Growth and Greater Quality of Life
DESCRIPTION:If you’re an Owner\, President\, or CEO who wants to quickly grow the business but stress and a lack of free time are destroying your quality of life\, this is for you. You’ll discover how leaders of small and medium companies are growing their top and bottom line while regaining control of their time\, recharging their energy\, and increasing their quality of life in as little as 10 weeks. \nRegister today for this webinar as Paul Serafino will share the 4-step strategy on this transformation leadership training session. MassMEP will also have a representative to speak on our role with Paul and how we can help you through the funding process. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nA simple plan to crush stress and go all-in on strategic growth…without having to wait for retirement to finally enjoy your family.\nWhy being more efficient is NOT a good strategy to reclaim your time…and how you can double or triple your output working just 40 hours/week.\nThe secret technique to re-energize yourself on demand… even if you’ve been stuck in chaos and exhaustion for YEARS.\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/4-steps-to-faster-growth-and-greater-quality-of-life/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T120000
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SUMMARY:United Tool & Machine Corp.: Manufacturing Day Open House
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturing Day open house with plant tours. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/united-tool-machine-corp-manufacturing-day-open-house/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T160000
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Manufacturers At Your Request - Agile and DFM
DESCRIPTION:Agile (1135723) \nThe past two years have taught us the endurance and tenacity of Manufacturing in MA. As part of that\, the top two subjects Massachusetts manufacturers are looking for more insight with hands on training are\, Agile & DFM. MassMEP offers a two part module workshop designed for the Massachusetts Manufacturing Industry. \nModule one of the series: This course delivers insights into the people\, process\, tools and metric techniques that are widely utilized withAgile operating models. Trainees will learn foundational Scrum knowledge empowering them to execute plans for incorporating Agile practices and techniques into their own organization. This course is a starting point for the trainee to acquire the techniques\, skills\, and tools that enable them to build Agile disciplines. \nPlease note this is One Module that is a two-day training module for each topic. That being written\, this workshop requires both days in both modules are to be completed for the full training package. As an attendee you will need to schedule time to attend the training over the four day\, eight-hour training time. Example: I will be in training for Agile\, May 19th & 26th and in training for DFM\, June 9th & 16th. \nPlease note that it is strongly recommended that you participate in both of these modules to receive the full package of the training. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/massachusetts-manufacturers-at-your-request-agile-and-dfm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T140000
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SUMMARY:Scan To Quality Reporting with Functional 3D
DESCRIPTION:  \nMeasurement is the first step in quality control\, the foundation of improvement and critical to Customer satisfaction. How can 3D scanning technology improve your quality reporting? \n3D offers very real benefits to small and medium-sized manufacturers in a variety of areas. Polaris MEP has teamed up with 3D scanning specialist Christopher Wilczewski for a series of fast-paced webinars about the applications of 3D scanning in manufacturing. \nThis second “episode” in our Spring 2022 series focuses on the potential benefits of 3D scanning as it relates to quality. Attendees will learn how 3D scans could improve the quality reports provided to customers\, increasing satisfaction. \nThe technology also can be used to confirm that the parts you receive from your suppliers meet your expectations – or even modify them to fit your needs. For example\, are you struggling with a plastic part and can’t figure out why? A 3D scan could help you spot deformations AND the data can be used to modify molds to produce the correct shape. \nWHAT TO EXPECT\n1)         Overview of the advantages of 3D scanning for measurement vs. manual quality \n2)         Best practices / lessons learned for leveraging 3D scans to improve quality reporting and/or automating GD&T reports \n3)         Insights on how the technology can be used to improve quality of parts received from suppliers \n4)         Manufacturer Mini-Success Story \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nOwners\, Founders\, senior executives of RI manufacturing companies\nEngineering\, Quality leads\n\nABOUT THE TRAINER\n \nChristopher Wilczewski is the Founder and CEO of Functional 3D\, a 3D scanning service and consulting company based in Providence\, RI.   The focus of Functional 3D is to bring the value of 3D capture technology without the large upfront costs and time associated with integrating this kind of technology.  Industries supported include commercial construction\, manufacturing\, design and historical preservation with projects as small as a Revolutionary War era flint to as large as a 17-story building in New York City. \nPrior to starting his own firm\, Christopher was an engineer and account manager at FARO Technologies\, one of the leading manufacturers of 3D capture technologies.  There he had the opportunity to learn and develop workflows in various fields and organizations across the US igniting his passion for the technology. \nChristopher is a member of DesignXRI and the Rhode Island Manufacturing Association. \n  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/scan-to-quality-reporting-with-functional-3d/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220505T170000
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SUMMARY:Student Showcase: Manufacturing Engineering & Technology
DESCRIPTION:Hiring next generation talent for your organization?\nIf you are responsible for hiring Manufacturing\, Engineering\, or Technology candidates for your organization\, this is a great opportunity for your to connect with the talented students of Carver High’s Innovation Pathways Program. \n\n\nMeet students 1:1\,  see current projects\, & learn about skills and credentials they are acquiring.\n\n\n\n\nSpeak to educators and influence the curriculum being developed.\n\n\n\n\nMake contact with students interested in internships and full time positions.\n\n\nDrop-in anytime between 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM\nCarver Middle High Schools MET Wing \nFree food and refreshments will be served by Carver High’s award-winning Culinary Arts program.\nThe event is free to attend\, click below to RSVP today. \n  \nAny questions please reach out to Meredith Erickson via email ericksonm@carver.org or call 508-866-6172 \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/student-showcase-manufacturing-engineering-technology/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T140000
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SUMMARY:Front Line Supervisor Training Info Session
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis will be an hour-long info session introducing the training for Front Line Supervisor which is designed to provide both awareness and education through classroom and actual “hands-on” exercises in the work environment with an emphasis on the Scientific Method of problem-solving\, team building\, and conflict resolution. Also being discussed is the funding available to companies to be a part of the training. \nTakeaways: \n\nRegistered apprenticeship (company will become a “co-sponsor” with MassMEP)\nQualifies for MA Registered Apprentice Tax Credit ($4\,800/apprentice)\nFunding support available through the Workforce Training Fund\n\nWho Should Attend: \nSupervisors and Work Leaders that are responsible for and coordinate the activities of production workers\, such as inspectors\, machine setters\, assemblers\, fabricators\, and maintenance. \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/front-line-supervisor-training-info-session-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210928T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210928T235900
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Mash-Up
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Advanced Manufacturing at MassTech (CAM)\, along with MassMEP\, MassRobotics\, FORGE\, WPI\, and MassHire\, will host an exciting new conference – the “Massachusetts Manufacturing Mash-Up” – to kick-off manufacturing month in 2021. \nThe Mash-Up name inspires something innovative and unique. The place to see the “new face of manufacturing” in Massachusetts. The event will feature a mix of indoor and outdoor space\, setting a new ‘vibe’ for manufacturing. \nJoin us on September 28\, 2021\, for a full day to:\n-Meet with new business opportunities or partners;\n-Find the resources to help manufacturers succeed;\n-Gain the knowledge to join the advanced manufacturing world in which we now operate;\n-Engage with state and local leaders interested in manufacturing\, and\n-Network in a unique environment intended to inspire new connections and businesses! \nThis Mash-Up will be a platform for partners and industry to come together to help put the “advanced” in advanced manufacturing! \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/manufacturing-mash-up/
LOCATION:Polar Park\, 100 Madison Street\, Worcester\, 01608\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
CREATED:20240828T175600Z
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SUMMARY:Market\, Recruit and Retain the Manufacturing Workforce
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar the focus will be on different marketing and recruitment strategies in order to continuously build on the manufacturing workforce and gain new employees. The panel will host guest speakers; Deanna Zarella (AIS\, Inc.)\, Chris Ciunci (Tribal Vision)\, Andrea Pion (The Davis Companies) and Jeff Turgeon (MassHire) to discuss their strategies on how to retain and recruit employees in the current climate.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/market-recruit-and-retain-the-manufacturing-workforce/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
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SUMMARY:Technology Demonstration on Augmented Reality for Industry 4.0
DESCRIPTION:This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information\, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC. \nJoin us for a virtual presentation on the results of the demonstration pilot conducted by SphereGen/The Impact Group on the use and implementation of augmented reality in manufacturing. \nAugmented Reality is the overlaying of digital content into the physical environment. Specifically\, to manufacturing\, this can include any type of virtual parts\, data\, photos\, videos\, and work instructions. These assets can be transposed on to a machine in the real world for easier training and troubleshooting through a device such as a phone or headset. Our engagement with CCAT is specific to HoloLens 2 which is an advanced augmented reality headset created by Microsoft. HoloLens 2 has comprehensive voice recognition\, gesture recognition and is a hands-free heads-up display. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/technology-demonstration-on-augmented-reality-for-industry-4-0/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T120000
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SUMMARY:If you have 30 minutes\, you could get $30\,000 in New Express Grant Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:If you haven’t heard there is a new Express Grant program in town and it is shaking things up for Manufacturers. Join MassMEP and Tribal Vision as we discuss the course options that will now be available to all manufacturers across the commonwealth. These new express grant opportunities are available now and this one-hour webinar  will explain what is available to you in their Marketing and Lead Generation modules. These modules focus on strategy & planning as well as implementation. \nLearn more about the new Express Grant program that provides training funds up to $30\,000/year/company with no match if you are 100 employees or less. If you are over 100 employees it is a 50/50 match\, so $0.50 for every $1.00. \nYou won’t want to miss this if you have a tight budget\, but know you need some continuous improvement within your organization. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/if-you-have-30-minutes-you-could-get-30000-in-new-express-grant-opportunities/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
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SUMMARY:Technology Demonstration on Using AI Technology to Crosstrain & Upskill...
DESCRIPTION:This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information\, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC. \nJoin this virtual presentation on the results of the demonstration pilot conducted by Stanley X/DeepHow on the use and implementation of DeepHow AI technology in manufacturing. \nStanley X\, in partnership with DeepHow\, will share their AI-powered solution to capture\, train and transfer knowledge among skilled workers. This system allows documentation of standard work of high performing\, subject matter expert employees\, converting into Smart how-to videos for staff to learn from and reference\, using standard enterprise tools and no special equipment or skills. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/technology-demonstration-on-using-ai-technology-to-crosstrain-upskill/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T130000
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SUMMARY:Technology Demonstration on Machine Tool Probing for Industry 4.0
DESCRIPTION:This technology demonstration is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for the New England defense supply chain. For more information\, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC. \nJoin us for a virtual presentation on the use and results of automated probing for CNC machining of a demonstration part. \nProbing is an established best practice for maximizing the efficiency\, quality\, capability\, and accuracy of machine tools. Standard routines built into modern CNC controls simplify the integration of probing cycles into machining operations and offline tools. These routines\, combined with a CAD interface\, make the simulation of measurement functions easy. \nOn machine probe solutions can help reduce set_up times by up to 90% and improve your process control. This technology provides solutions for tool setting\, broken tool detection\, component set-up\, in-cycle gauging and first-off component inspection\, with automatic offset updates. \nOn machine probing can deliver significant cost savings\, and improvements in quality\, for all applications using machine tools throughout many industries. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/technology-demonstration-on-machine-tool-probing-for-industry-4-0/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T120000
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SUMMARY:Are these buzz words or real problems\, Supply Chain & Reshoring?
DESCRIPTION:In the wake of the pandemic\, tariff changes\, security issues\, and ever-increasing customer demands\, managing supply chains has become a more important topic to manufacturers. There is a new appreciation for integrating suppliers more closely with manufacturing operations and information systems. \nThis webinar will cover three related topics:\na. Taking risk out of supply chains\nb. Better managing demand in order to bring more predictability to supply chains\nc. Reshoring\nd. MassMEP programs and grant funding \nWith Business Improvement Group \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/are-these-buzz-words-or-real-problems-supply-chain-reshoring/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
CREATED:20240828T175548Z
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SUMMARY:Industrial Data Platform with MachineMetrics
DESCRIPTION:Industry 4.0 Machine Metrics IoT \nMassMEP\, along with partner MachineMetrics Justin Garland\, Director of Sales\, invites you to attend an information session that will focus on a deep dive presentation about MachineMetrics Industrial Data platform including a presentation and demo. MassMEP will be on hand to provide a brief overview of the program and funding. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/industrial-data-platform-with-machinemetrics/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerate Program (MMAP) - Preparing the Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Through the Massachusetts Manufacturing Accelerate Program (MMAP)\, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts seeks to invest in small- to medium-sized manufacturers to help coordinate and prepare our supply chain to respond to increasing demands and to spur new opportunities for growth. The program will run annually\, utilizing a streamlined application and approval process to ease the burden on manufacturers and to create an immediate impact on company growth. \nJoin MassMEP and The Center for Advanced Manufacturing’s Christine Nolan for the one hour webinar as she will provide a program overview\, key points\, takeaways and answer all your questions. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/massachusetts-manufacturing-accelerate-program-mmap-preparing-the-supply-chain/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210610T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Resources for Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:About this event \nExperts:\nRichards Sullivan\, Advanced Manufacturing Technology Manager\nMark Manuel\, Certified Thomas Partner I Thomas \nMassMEP in Worcester\, MA is an expert resource committed to Manufacturing growth in Massachusetts. MassMEP is one of 51 MEP Centers throughout the United States and Puerto Rico that operates through a cooperative agreement. \nThomas Register of American Manufacturers\, now ThomasNet. In 2010\, ThomasNet started communicating with its database of manufacturers to get a better understanding of where the community was\, where their shortcomings were\, and where they saw the landscape going in the future. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/manufacturing-resources-for-small-businesses/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="United States Small Business Administration - Massachuetts District Office":MAILTO:sgrip@umass.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
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SUMMARY:NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem: Benchmarking 3D Printed Parts Manufactured with the Desktop Metal Studio System for Defense Supply – How can installation\, maintenance\, upgrades and operator training variables affect quality control?
DESCRIPTION:This introductory workshop is part of the NERDIC Industry 4.0 Readiness Ecosystem program for small manufacturing enterprises in the defense supply chain. For more information\, please visit ccat.us/NERDIC.\nLearn about what to expect when installing a Desktop Metal System; Overview of install & operations experience\, facility\, safety & training requirements\, vendor support; How the BIC\, CCAT and UMaine benchmarked these systems; How to access benchmark files and data; Description of DM case studies underway at BIC; How to access BIC’s facility for training\, application development and project collaboration. \nLearning Objectives \nLearn how Desktop Metal Studio System can be used in defense manufacturing:\n¥ How to prepare your facility\, permitting requirements\, facility certification options\n¥ OSHA training and safety requirements\, compared with LPBF\, DMLS\, LENS and Binder Jetting\n¥ Advantages / disadvantages of printing with bound metal powder compared with LPBF\n¥ Outline applications for DM metal prototypes\, fixtures\, molds and end use parts\n¥ Review of the design process for benchmarking\, developed with CCAT and UMaine – Can the NIST AM Test Artifact be used in FDM metal printing or is a new standard needed?\n¥ Comparison of benchmark results with other 3D printing processes available at CCAT\, BIC and UMaine (including LPBF\, Binder Jetting\, large format polymer FDM and DMLS)\n¥ Can Fused Deposition Modeled Sintered metal parts meet Mil-spec end use requirements? \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/nerdic-industry-4-0-readiness-ecosystem-benchmarking-3d-printed-parts-manufactured-with-the-desktop-metal-studio-system-for-defense-supply-d-how-can-installation-maintenance-upgrades-and-operator-t/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T160000
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SUMMARY:Front Line Supervisor Apprenticeship Training Consortium Info Session
DESCRIPTION:NEW Front Line Supervisor Apprenticeship Training \nTRAINING DESCRIPTION: Operational Excellence for Supervisors consists of 3 modules\, Leadership Skills\, Manufacturing Principles\, and Problem Solving. This course is delivered over a 12-month span and is designed to provide both awareness and education through classroom and actual “hands-on” exercises in the work environment with an emphasis on the Scientific Method of problem-solving\, team building\, and conflict resolution. These are competency-based skills: managers and trainers will evaluate progress and determine the level of competence achieved throughout the apprenticeship period. \n\n1-year training program\, 3 per class/month\ndelivered virtually\n3 training modules – leadership skills\, manufacturing principles\, problem-solving\nregistered apprenticeship (company will become a “co-sponsor” with MassMEP)\nqualifies for MA Registered Apprentice Tax Credit ($4\,800/apprentice)\nfunding support available through the Workforce Training Fund\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:  Supervisors and Work Leaders that responsible for and coordinate the activities of production workers\, such as inspectors\, machine setters\, assemblers\, fabricators\, and maintenance. \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/front-line-supervisor-apprenticeship-training-consortium-info-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T120000
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SUMMARY:Team Involvement Problem Solving (TIPS) - Online SBDAP
DESCRIPTION:Team Involvement Problem Solving\nSeptember 21\, 23\, 25\, 2020\n9:00am – 12:00pm\nTraining Description: Problem Solving for Lean is an eight-hour course that teaches a structured\, team-based\, root cause-oriented problem-solving process that supports the elimination of impediments to process flow. This highly interactive course leads participants through an understanding of problem-solving skills and tools such as creative/divergent thinking\, consensus decision making for convergent thinking\, data collection and analysis\, and tools for planning actions. An eight-step problem-solving process with associated guidelines for executing each step is presented. Problem-solving meeting facilitation is covered. The workshop concludes with a problem-solving practice exercise in a team setting. \nTraining Objective: This training will provide a cross-functional groups of employees with an 8 step process for quickly resolving problems with a consensus-driven approach that puts permanent corrective actions in place. Problem-solving can be used in the office as well as the production and supporting departments. The trainees will have the opportunity to demonstrate the outcomes of a problem-solving process they participated in using the various tools learned in the training. In this training\, we expect to address specific measures of success relating to productivity and sales. \nSkill Attainment: Problem Solving Training skills that will be transferred:\n¥ Learn how to be part of a team-based approach involving those closest to a particular process\n¥ Understand and use techniques for generating creative ideas\n¥ Capability to facilitate consensus decision making\n¥ Use and facilitate a structured eight-step problem-solving model\nUtilize interactive skills and facilitation techniques that support effective team-based problem solving \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/team-involvement-problem-solving-tips-online-sbdap-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T110000
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SUMMARY:Supply Chain Trends for Startups
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThis is an opportunity to learn about manufacturing and supply chain trends so that you can position your startup for future success.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nAmong the countless disruptions brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic\, supply chain risks can be daunting to assess and seem out of your startups’ control. It is increasingly important to develop an understanding of current trends in the supply chain\, what is predicted to come\, and how your startup can best plan for the future. \nPlease join FORGE on Thursday\, August 20 from 10 am – 11 am as we welcome Tom Andrellos of the Massachusetts Manufacturing Extension Partnership to discuss strategy\, analytics\, risk management\, and opportunities to prepare for the ripple effects of COVID-19 on your supply chain. \nTom Andrellos is the Director of Growth Services for MassMEP. He has over 32 years in senior-level positions with High Tech manufacturing\, global supply chain\, and business operations. Tom has successfully developed business plans\, specific program strategies\, and operating approaches that deploy grant funding across Massachusetts. \nPrevious FORGE events in our “Supply Chain in a Pandemic” series have focused on sharing experiences and lessons learned with startup peers and actionable frameworks that your team can leverage to assess and mitigate risk in your supply chain. This event will focus on providing the context of what is happening at the manufacturing level\, and what may come in the coming months and years so that you can best plan ahead and position your startup for continued growth and success. \nThis one-hour\, interactive session is open to any and all startups with physical products or components and will be moderated by Anya Losik\, Program Manager at FORGE. \nNOTE: By registering\, I consent that this virtual event may be recorded\, and my photograph and/or screenshot may be published in promotional materials\, web and social media posts\, and other public-facing FORGE content. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/supply-chain-trends-for-startups/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T133000
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SUMMARY:The ABC's of Returning Safely to Work
DESCRIPTION:THIS IS A 5 WEEK SERIES\nWebinar #5 – 30 minutes  \nI Didn’t Know I Needed to Do All of That to Disinfect and Clean Safely?  \nUsing OSHA\, CDC\, EPA and FDA to make changes to your housekeeping process to include trash\, sanitation\, laundry and disinfecting\, HazCom Policy\, Hazardous Chemicals\, personal protective equipment use and training. We will answer questions like; Do I need N95 respirators? Will a cloth mask work? Handwashing vs. Antibacterial agents? Do I need a flammable storage cabinet for hand sanitizer and isopropyl alcohol? How do I get an EPA approved disinfectant for COVID-19? Where can I buy PPE? \n  \n  \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/the-abcs-of-returning-safely-to-work-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200303T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
CREATED:20240828T175405Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Lunch & Learn
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers in the DoD supply chain are required to have adequate information security measures in place to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Starting in 2020\, independent auditors will be assessing manufacturers’ security posture\, which will determine which contracts they can bid. This session will provide an overview of these requirements and the various options available to ensure compliance with them. \nRegister Here\n  \nThis communication was prepared under contract with the State of Vermont\, as fiscal agent for the New England Collaborative\, \nwith financial support from the Office of Economic Adjustment\, Department of Defense. The content reflects the views of the \nNew England Collaborative and does not necessarily reflect the views of the Office of Economic Adjustment\, the U.S. Department of Defense\, \nor the participating states.
URL:https://massmep.org/event/cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-lunch-learn/
LOCATION:MassMEP\, 27A Midstate Drive\, Auburn\, MA\, 01501\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T103549
CREATED:20240828T215300Z
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SUMMARY:Manufacturing Summit & Excellence Awards
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturing Summit & Excellence Awards\n\nDate: April 18\, 2019\nTime: 3:00pm-6:30pm\nLocation: College of the Holy Cross\nHogan Campus Center One College Street\, Worcester\nSingle Ticket Rate: $45.00\n\n\n\n#WBJManufacturing \nWorcester Business Journal is excited to produce our fourth annual Manufacturing Summit where we’ll tap a panel of experts to dig into top issues affecting manufacturers in our region. In addition\, we’ll recognize some of the area’s top manufacturing firms with our annual Central Mass “Manufacturing Excellence Awards” ceremony and networking reception. \nWinners will be announced in our April 1st edition. \n2019 Summit Theme: Finding ways to grow in the face of the manufacturing workforce challenge: \nLow unemployment\, a horde of retiring baby boomers and demographic shifts in the workforce have all conspired to make it difficult for manufacturers to fill open positions. While this structural challenge is not unique to manufacturing and has been around for some time\, companies around the state have been finding creative solutions to being more productive and finding ways to grow. We’ll explore some of the creative solutions that have been implemented and how they are working. \nDon’t miss this special event and the opportunity to network with industry leaders\, and celebrate the 2019 Central Mass “Manufacturing Excellence Award” honorees – register today! \nStay tuned – additional speaker line-up coming soon! \n\n  \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://massmep.org/event/manufacturing-summit-excellence-awards/
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