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Since 2015, the quality profession has undergone significant evolution, with manufacturers facing increasing demands for skilled labor and adapting to automation, tariffs, and supply chain challenges while prioritizing quality.

Internal auditors have a key role in addressing climate change by focusing on greenhouse gas emissions. Incorporating sustainability training can empower your team to drive impactful changes and meet stakeholder expectations for a greener future.

ISO 19011 – the guidance for auditing management systems - is under review, and feedback is currently being solicited. 

Dr. SK Gupta, co-founder of GrayMatter Robotics, emphasizes the role of AI-powered robotics in enhancing manufacturing quality and addressing labor challenges, while advocating for a human-centric approach.

In May, I attended ASQ’s World Conference on Quality and Improvement in Denver. It was more than a technical conference; it was a major networking event with great keynotes, breakout sessions, and an expansive exhibit hall.

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.