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FEATURED PROGRAMS
JARC RI
A nationally-recognized Sectoral approach / Center for Working Families model, building strong communities through advanced manufacturing training.
Fast Track to Manufacturing
We Make RI
Ocean State Reentry Pathways
Job Quality Toolkit
Rhode Island manufacturing companies that prioritize job quality become Employers of Choice. But what strategies and actions will help small to medium-sized manufacturers achieve this?
The “Job Quality Toolkit” is an actionable tool that Polaris MEP has begun leveraging to help RI manufacturers reach their workforce goals. It all starts with a free, online self-assessment that you and other leaders can take to begin to understand how candidates and current employees view your company. CLICK HERE to learn more and get on a path to becoming an Employer of Choice.
HOW WE HELP
ON-THE-JOB TRAINING
Training is vital to retaining current employees. Polaris MEP helps you get those employees ready to tackle tomorrow’s manufacturing challenges, today.
On-site, in-context training customized to your needs:
- lean enterprise,
- continuous improvement,
- quality and management systems,
- succession planning,
- and many other critical skillsets.
CONNECTED RESOURCES
Polaris MEP is a direct line to get manufacturers the hiring and training support they need.
We are the Manufacturing Sector partner for the Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training and its Real Jobs RI programs.
Polaris MEP also supports several intensive skills training programs that train unemployed/ underemployed Rhode Islanders for manufacturing careers.
GRANT FUNDING
The Governor’s Workforce Board partnered with Polaris MEP to offer Incumbent Worker Training Grants for manufacturers through the Real Jobs RI program. This program provides matching grants to manufacturing businesses to increase the skills of current employees.
There also might be other grant sources for your needs! Polaris MEP can guide you to satisfy application requirements and acquire funding for hiring and training.
PUBLIC WORKSHOPS
Polaris MEP provides a variety of ways to help your team informed on the latest tools and techniques, or brush up on the essentials.
Join us for
- webinars,
- workshops,
- lunch & learns,
- bus tours and more.
A Direct Connection to Development Resources
- Polaris MEP works closely with the RI Department of Labor & Training, as well as numerous Workforce Development organizations. Our access is your access.
- Training programs conducted by seasoned manufacturing veterans.
- Boost your competitiveness and future-proof your team with continuous development and long term learning plans.
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Retraining your current employees can help retain workers and avoid a gap in skilled labor. With training, these employees can learn the skills necessary to continue and advance in their roles, while also advancing your company’s bottom line.
Lindsey Brickle
Workforce Program Manager, Polaris MEP
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