Can a Job Shop Benefit From a CNC Multi-Spindle? This One Does.
Although CNC multi-spindle machines are often dedicated to running one part or family of like parts, this Wisconsin job shop has found a way to make 20,000 parts per run its sweet spot for that equipment to better serve multiple customers.
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VIDEO: Emerging Leader Committed to Excellence
Ben Nikkel is committed to learning, leading and relationship building in his management role at Hirsh Precision Products.
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VIDEO: Emerging Leader is Much More than a CNC Programmer
This 30-year-old is a talented innovator, trainer, teacher and loyal hard worker, respected by all his co-workers at Norman Noble Inc. He’s the go-to employee when someone on the shop floor needs a problem solved.
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VIDEO: Mechanic-Turned Machinist Specializes in Workforce Development
According to 2022 Emerging Leader Ryan Cochran’s nominator, his biggest impact on BIllco Corp. has been his determination to hire, train and retain a younger generation of machinists.
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Motivated Leader Helps Others Improve Tech Skillsets
Emerging Leader Joel Antipuna Jr. worked his way up at Rosenberger North America with his hunger for more responsibility and his aptitude to comprehend the technical and leadership aspects of his job.
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VIDEO: Emerging Leaders’ Viewpoints on Training and Retention
The 2022 Emerging Leaders focus on new strategies for hiring, in-house training programs and retention plans for the young generation of workers as well as the valuable employees already in place.
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Women in Manufacturing Education Foundation Announces Board of Directors
The educational arm of Women in Manufacturing has appointed 22 board members for 2022 who are said to offer a broad range of experience and a deep pool of expertise.
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Additive Manufacturing Hosts 3D Printing Workshop for Job Shops Sept. 15
Half-day seminar — co-located at IMTS in Chicago’s McCormick Place — focuses on applying 3D printers for tooling and running parts that don’t make sense on traditional machining centers.
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The Right (Machine) Tool for the Right Job
This high-production shop uses both mechanical and CNC Swiss machines to make parts, but which machine is right for which job?
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Military Coaching's 4 Tips to Improve Employee Performance
True military coaching is an effective leadership technique to retain and develop employees and consists of describing the standards of performance to be successful in a position and then having frequent coaching sessions concerning the on-the-job performance.
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