T-TOOL: Training Leads to Improved Morale and Staff Development
Our investment in training has allowed T-Tool staff to grow professionally and personally. MMTC’s mentoring has been a great resource throughout the years.
-- Eugene Long, Owner, T-Tool Company
T-Tool Company (www.ttoolmade.com) employs 15 out of their Livonia, Mich. facility. With more than 35 years of machining and stamping tooling experience, T-Tool offers a wide range of services including tool and die, small and large batch machining, welding, fabrication and powder coating.
Challenge
T-Tool wanted to ensure its employees were properly trained to handle continued growth to support the future of the company. Upskilling staff to grow competency and increase awareness of the manufacturing industry was a major focus for leadership.
Solution
After working together years ago on a website project, T-Tool reached out to Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (MMTC) to assist with developing a training program. T-Tool took advantage of the State of Michigan’s Going PRO Talent Fund Training Grant, which allowed eight T-Tool team members to attend various training classes including 5S and Visual Management, 8D Problem Solving, Blueprint Reading for Welders, Supervisor Skills 1.0, Supervisor Skills 2.0 and Manufacturing Skills Development. This investment in skills development positively affected both project efficiency and team morale, leading to increased capacity and employee retention.
Results
- New Investment: $11,500
- Jobs Retained: 2