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The transition from high school to the workforce is vital for young adults. While many pursue four-year degrees, specialized skills and hands-on experience are increasingly valued. Entry-level training programs offer recent graduates a strategic path to stable, high-paying careers in growing fields. This article highlights the importance of training and available resources for skill development.

Nissan's Smyrna, TN, plant hosted sixty attendees from Assembly South before a Nashville show. Covering over 6 million square feet, the facility includes production areas and a test track. In mid-April, Nissan reversed its plan to cut shifts due to concerns over tariffs and trade war risks.

Ibrahim Intabli had a passion for taking things apart and excelled in math and science, guided by a mentor in the field of engineering. While his path seemed typical for an engineering career, it took a twist when he returned to school in his thirties to earn a second degree in engineering.

Muriel Magloire, a Level 2 NDT test inspector currently working in the energy sector, brings her career supporting the U.S. Navy through the Department of Defense, the private sector, and being a mom to a discussion of her article on the NDT worker shortage for Quality.

The Jane Addams Resource Corp. (JARC) reported that in 2024, students in their manufacturing program had an average household income of under $12,000. Two Chicago programs are working to attract and cultivate the next generation of manufacturing talent.

ETQ just released the second annual global survey, the ETQ Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing. CEO Vick Vaishnavi sat down with Quality Managing Editor Michelle Bangert to discuss the study's interesting insights.

Tariffs can increase the costs of imports, prompting manufacturers to adjust their supply chains. Even small differences can significantly impact a product's performance. Several data-driven methods can help.

The issue arises from differing perspectives on facts and opinions regarding a situation and its consequences. Ultimately, it’s a choice between the costs of taking action and remaining inactive.

How effective is your internal audit process?

Tash R. Baksh has over 20 years of international experience in operational management, including medical devices. He holds three ASQ certifications.