Article6 min read Sep 15, 2025Readiness Badges Help Heroes Find Their Place in ManufacturingThe Heroes MAKE America initiative addresses critical manufacturing workforce gaps by connecting military veterans with industry opportunities through innovative Manufacturing Readiness Badges. This program translates military skills into manufacturing competencies, helping operations managers and R&D leaders access a pipeline of uniquely qualified candidates. With nearly 400,000 open manufacturing jobs monthly and 200,000 annual military transitions, the digital credentialing system removes hiring guesswork while strengthening workforce diversity. Manufacturing leaders can partner with the initiative to recruit trained veterans, build veteran-friendly workplace cultures, and leverage skills-based hiring practices that deliver measurable ROI through reduced training costs and improved retention rates.
Article1 min read Oct 8, 2024Engineering Professionals Rate Valmet as the Second Most Attractive Employer in FinlandNew study by Universum on employer attractiveness
Article1 min read Aug 29, 2024Attracting Young Professionals to the Pulp, Paper and Packaging IndustryNewest Better Together episode features “The Manufacturing Millennial” sharing insights about how automation and technology can attract the next generation of leaders
Podcast00:31:06 Aug 26, 2024Better Together: Jake Hall, The Manufacturing MillennialManufacturing millennial Jake Hall reveals how pulp, paper, and packaging companies can attract young professionals by showcasing modern technology, clear career advancement paths, and meaningful impact opportunities. Hall emphasizes that millennials and Gen Z workers seek digitized manufacturing environments, hands-on leadership development, and companies that invest in continuous learning rather than empty promises. He recommends facility tours, community partnerships, and strategic social media presence to overcome outdated industry perceptions. This episode provides actionable insights for TAPPI members looking to build strong technical teams and retain early-career talent in process engineering and analyst roles.
