If you’re looking to recruit more staff, a manufacturing boot camp may be the answer. Ranae Stewart is the Senior Executive Director of the Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership, part of the MEP National Network™️.
Many work in teams, and some facilitate projects and improvements. This can be challenging without proper techniques. Effective facilitation combines processes with human factors, highlighting the importance of working with people.
It can lead to increased costs, project delays, resource strain and quality compromises, making it a critical risk for engineers to proactively manage.
Nearly half of engineering projects face scope creep, resulting in cost overruns and delays. Key causes include unclear requirements and regulatory changes. By using effective strategies, teams can mitigate these risks and keep projects on track.
Quality 4.0 combines technologies like AI and IoT with quality management, enhancing real-time monitoring and decision-making. It supports continuous improvement in Lean Six Sigma, helping organizations achieve operational excellence and stay competitive.
Manufacturers are increasingly hiring second chance citizens—those with criminal records—due to their valuable skills and strong work ethic. Programs like Purdue’s Manufacturing Skills for Success (MS4S) provide training that helps these workers transition into manufacturing roles.
The manufacturing industry is evolving due to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics, significantly impacting job outlooks, as highlighted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This article will explore quality trends and provide guidance for future changes.