Manufacturing Update December 2022

Upcoming IES Webinars + Events:

Rural Works! Engineering Summer Internship Program

$10/hr sponsored talent is waiting for manufacturers to hire.

Wednesday, January 11, 2023, 9:00-10:00 am

IES is working with manufacturers across the state to create summer internship opportunities for NC State engineering student talent. With the support of the Dean of the College of Engineering and the Career Development center, we are able to sponsor student talent to work in rural areas for $10/hr through a program called Rural Works! Read more »

Supplier Scouting Opportunities

Wednesday, January 18, 2023, 9:00-10:00 am

Join us on January 18th to learn how our supply chain experts will work with your organization to understand your supplier needs and match you with vendors who can meet your urgency to ensure you provide quality products on time to your customers. Read more »

Timeout For Safety

Wednesday, January 18, 2023, 2:00-2:30 pm

Join the Conversation!

Environmental health and safety professional: Join us for the upcoming Timeout for Safety virtual discussion sessions.30-minute sessions are open forums so whether you want to inquire about safety topics or just want to pop in and say “Hello!” all are welcome!

Manufacturing Meet-up

Join Us For the Monthly Conversation!

Wednesday, January 26, 2023, 9:00-10:00 am

You are invited to join an informal but informative zoom conversation to discuss challenges and opportunities to engage with your manufacturing industry peers. Join us on Thursday, January 26 for our next Manufacturing Meetup and open the floor for discussion as follow-up on supply chain topics.

Save the Date for The North Carolina Manufacturing Conference, MFGCON

April 20-21, 2023

Benton Convention Center, Winston-Salem, NC

The North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) and Business North Carolina magazine are partnering to present the 2023 North Carolina Manufacturing Conference, MFGCON, to be held on April 20 – 21, 2023 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. During two days, speakers and industry experts will help companies identify new ways to improve their operations, increase productivity and address challenges in the manufacturing industry. Save the date and stay tuned for more information.

We are currently seeking speakers and sponsors/exhibiting vendors for the conference! Please send inquiries to Susan Barber at susan_barber@ncsu.edu

Call For Speakers: MFGCON

Please submit proposals before January 20, 2023

NCMEP is searching for manufacturers to speak at the annual MFGCON on April 20-21, 2023 at the Benton Convention Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Our three available speaking topics are leadership and workforce excellence, operational excellence, and technology, innovation and strategic growth. Don’t wait! The call for speakers closes on January 20, 2023. Apply Now »

Notification of Acceptance: Ongoing and no later than February 3, 2023 (We accept speakers on a rolling basis so recommend you apply as soon as applications open).

Final Presentation Due: April 12, 2023

Supply Chain Survey: We Want To Hear From You

If you are experiencing supply chain challenges, have you considered sourcing domestically for your needs? The purpose of this survey is to collect information on the challenges facing North Carolina’s manufacturers in the next few years. This information will help Industry Expansion Solutions (IES), the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP) and other state leaders to focus on solutions and programs to help manufacturers solve their challenges and remain successful and key contributors to the economy of the state. Complete the one-question survey »

New Episode: NCMEP Clocking In – Voices of North Carolina Manufacturing

In the December episode of Clocking In, Phil Mintz, Director of the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NCMEP), sits down with the general manager of JMC Tool and Machine, David Zeller. Phil Mintz and David Zeller discuss Zeller’s background, the founding of Zeller’s machine shop – DC Machine, his mission at JMC Tool and Machine and more. Listen to the episode »

Open Job Positions at IES

Know anyone who may be interested in joining our team at NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES)? We’re looking for qualifying individuals for the following positions:

Improvement Specialist: Extension Specialist (Lean/Six Sigma)

Aerospace Quality Specialist

Extension Specialist – Regional Manager (Charlotte area)

Engineering Extension Specialist (entry-level)

IES NEWS

NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions Director, Phil Mintz, is featured in the current issue of the College of Engineering Alumni Magazine

NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) Executive Director Phil Mintz Receives Distinguished Alumni Award from the University’s Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) Department

Featured Courses

OSHA #511 Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry

January 31 – February 3 | Virtual

This course covers OSHA policies, procedures, and standards, as well as general industry safety and health principles. A copy of the 29 CFR 1910 General Industry Standards is included with the registration fee. Participants must successfully pass a written exam at the end of the course.

OSHA #7510 Introduction to OSHA for Small Businesses

February 7 | Virtual

This course covers an introduction to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the OSH Act for owners and managers of small businesses.