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Providence Business News: Polaris MEP to offer Training Within Industry program.
Polaris MEP will host a weeklong program designed to help manufacturing supervisors strengthen relationships and reduce turnover using the Training Within Industry methodology.
Food & Beverage Manufacturing – A New NIST Infographic
A new infographic from NIST features stats on the food & beverage manufacturing sector, and identifies key challenges and trends.
During Pandemic Lockdown, Rhode Island Job Shop Pursues ISO to Open Doors
Polaris MEP helps Rhode Island company R&R Machine Industries Inc. pursue ISO certification, increase sales, and save jobs.
Newfound Freedoms
While we enjoy newfound freedoms, manufacturers must stay vigilant. Rhode Island is offering COVID rapid testing kits free to manufacturers.
7 Shipping and Receiving Challenges (and 1 Proven Solution)
7 problems Polaris MEP consultants commonly see in manufacturing receiving and shipping, the issues they cause, and a proven solution to consider.
Pulling Prospects Into Your Orbit Through SEO with Sidewalk Branding Co.
Webinar recording – Sidewalk Branding & Orbetron run through an SEO case study for Rhode Island manufacturing companies.
Providence Business News: R.I. Tech ‘Super Connector’ Gaining Momentum
401 Tech Bridge will emphasize building upon the connections its formed among the universities, government and industry.
Dedicated to Rhode Island’s Manufacturing Workforce
Kathie Mahoney salutes Lindsey Brickle, recognized by the Providence Business News for her dedication & innovation in Manufacturing workforce development, a critical part of Polaris MEP’s mission.
Lindsey Brickle, Polaris MEP Senior Workforce Manager, Recognized with “40 Under 40” Honor
Lindsey Brickle, Polaris MEP Senior Workforce Manager, was recognized by the Providence Business News as a “40 Under 40” Honoree.
Legal Aspects of COVID-19 Vaccinations
Webinar recording – Employment law experts answer questions about COVID vaccinations. What can/can’t manufacturing companies require?
Marketing’s Role in Recruiting: Pulling in Qualified Talent
Manufacturing human resource departments are struggling to attract qualified talent. Employers need to consider how marketing can build out the talent pool.
Providence Business News: Five Questions with Kathie Mahoney
5 Questions with Polaris MEP’s executive director Kathie Mahoney
ISO Bites with Polaris MEP – Monitoring & Measurement – May 2021
Polaris MEP helps RI Manufacturers learn why Monitoring & Measurement are so critical to ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
Updated COVID-19 Guidance for Manufacturers — Employees & Vaccinations
After communicating with state officials about vaccinations & reduced safety protocols, 7 pieces of guidance for Rhode Island manufacturers.
2020 IMPACT Report
Learn about Polaris MEP’s impact on the success of RI’s manufacturing sector — & the Ocean State economy — in this 2020 IMPACT report / annual report video.
Downeast Coffee Roasters Brews >$1.5 Million in Savings Through Lean Process Improvements
Polaris MEP helps RI’s Downeast Coffee Roasters brew efficiency – & more than $1.5Million in savings – through lean process improvements.
The Rhode Island Manufacturing Data Dashboard
Workforce Solutions – RIMA Conference Spring 2021 with Polaris MEP
Polaris MEP presents a webinar discussing the basics of workforce solutions for Rhode Island manufacturers