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Josh Johnston
Joining The Center in 2024, Josh leverages continuous improvement tools and leadership philosophies to help Michigan manufacturers achieve their goals and objectives. His areas of expertise lie in Lean implementation, project management,  value stream mapping, and kaizen faci...
Leadership / Culture
MAKE EMPLOYEES YOUR TOP PRIORITY Poor leadership is the number one reason workers leave an organization. With a growing skills gap hindering manufacturers’ growth and productivity, combined with an older generation rapidly retiring, it is now more important than ever to pr...
Value Stream Mapping
Create an Effective Lean Value Stream Mapping Process From dock to dock, it is essential for manufactures to operate under processes that are the most efficient to eliminate waste and reduce production costs, while understanding where the leaks are in the system. With our le...
Overcoming Workforce Challenges in Manufacturing
Workforce shortages and skills gaps are some of the greatest hurdles reported by Michigan manufacturers in recent years, especially in the wake of growing investment in electric vehicle manufacturing. It’s clear: manufacturers need a pipeline of skilled and dedicated talent...
It’s Great to be Part of the Food and Agriculture Industry in Michigan
Where does nearly 22% of the state’s employment come from? What generates over $101.2 billion in economic activity? What is responsible for $3.1 billion in export activity? Michigan’s Food and Agriculture Industry, that’s what. Michigan is an extremely diverse agricul...
A New Leadership Challenge: How to Support Your Workforce During COVID-19
BY: CHARLIE WESTRA In my role as a consultant at the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center, I work with leaders of companies to help them improve communication, culture and overall engagement among workers. While these aspects are typically challenging for any company...

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