As demand for solar labor surges, training standards are a key focus

The solar industry will need to triple its workforce by 2030 to meet Solar Energy Industries Association targets, requiring companies to train workers with little or no experience, according to one expert. 

By Diana DiGangi • Aug. 21, 2023

TSMC, Arizona union in talks for local worker training

The chipmaker and UA Local 469 have discussed specialized equipment installation training for the local workforce after the union petitioned to block visas for the company's foreign workers.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 17, 2023

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The changing state of safety in manufacturing

How companies can keep up with new safety protocols and stay ahead of FDA inspections. 

By Manufacturing Dive staff

Manufacturing megaprojects gobble up workers

From Taylor, Texas, to Licking County, Ohio, multibillion-dollar factory projects are magnifying labor woes and driving up costs.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 16, 2023

What’s the state of parental leave in manufacturing?

As manufacturers look to retain talent in a crunched labor market, more companies are evaluating their paid family leave policies. 

By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • Aug. 14, 2023

Workers say surveillance makes them less productive — if they even know about it

While employers have sought surveillance to improve remote productivity, various studies and surveys indicate that such monitoring could be counterproductive.

By Kathryn Moody • Aug. 14, 2023

5 scheduling strategies to reduce stress for today’s hourly workers

Looking to reduce employee turnover? Boost job satisfaction with these stress-reducing strategies.

Aug. 14, 2023

WestRock to permanently close Washington paper mill, 400 employees affected

The mill, which produces about 510,000 tons of kraft and white top linerboard and bleached pulp annually, will close by Sept. 30.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 8, 2023

UAW wants nearly 46% pay hike by 2027 from GM, Ford and Stellantis

The union is demanding a 20% upfront wage increase, plus additional annual wage increases through 2027.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 7, 2023

How the Southeast US is preparing a battery manufacturing talent pipeline

As states welcome new factories from companies like SK On and Hyundai, governments and universities are ramping workforce development programs to provide needed workers.

By Sakshi Udavant • Aug. 7, 2023

Manufacturing is in a trough, but economists say recovery is on the way

While consumer demand remains low, manufacturers are preparing for better days ahead, with slightly improved production levels and stable prices.

By Kate Magill • Aug. 1, 2023

SLB to establish Louisiana manufacturing operations in former GM plant

The technology company's $18.5 million investment in a digital infrastructure production site is expected to fuel more than 1,000 jobs in the state.

By Megan Ruggles • Aug. 1, 2023

Wabtec says Pennsylvania plant strike costs chipped away at profit margins

Over 1,000 workers at the Erie plant have been on strike since June 22.

By Sara Samora • July 31, 2023

TSMC delays Arizona facility opening, citing a lack of specialized labor

The semiconductor maker says it is struggling to find workers with expertise in chip equipment installation.

By Kate Magill • July 27, 2023

Probiotic beverage maker to establish $305M Georgia plant

Yakult USA is establishing its second U.S. facility, which will be larger than its first in California.

By Sara Samora • July 25, 2023

VinFast to break ground on first $2B phase of US plant

The facility will be the Vietnam-based startup’s first North American plant and the first automotive manufacturing plant for North Carolina.

By Sara Samora • July 24, 2023

WestRock to close St. Louis corrugated container facility

The shuttering is part of the company's plan to consolidate its manufacturing operations in the Midwest.

By Maria Rachal • July 20, 2023

Feds award $2M to Penn College for workforce development

The college will match the investment, creating a $4 million budget for initiatives such as construction to add capacity for worker training programs.

By Megan Ruggles • July 19, 2023

Why are workers at Wabtec’s Pennsylvania manufacturing site striking?

More than a thousand union members have been on strike from the rail equipment manufacturer for nearly a month in a disagreement over hourly pay increases and paid time off benefits.

By Sara Samora • July 18, 2023

US manufacturing on mend, but remains below pre-pandemic levels

Experts noted that as the market rebounds and demand rises, labor constraints will continue to be a challenge for companies.  

By Sara Samora • July 14, 2023

Food manufacturer commits to national compliance after child labor investigation

The agreement covers all of Monogram Food Solutions' production facilities and warehouses.

By Ginger Christ • July 13, 2023

Pratt Industries opens $253M box factory in Texas

The advanced manufacturing facility, the company’s fifth in Texas, will produce 100% recycled corrugated boxes and create 375 jobs.

By Katie Pyzyk • July 5, 2023

Spirit AeroSystems restores Kansas plant operations after new contract ratified

Union members approved the Boeing supplier’s new offer on Thursday, ending weeks of negotiations and a labor strike that began last week.

By Sara Samora • June 30, 2023

Spirit AeroSystems, IAM reach tentative contract agreement

Union members will vote Thursday on whether to ratify the contract.

By Sara Samora • June 28, 2023

Pratt & Whitney to invest $206M expanding Georgia plant

The aviation parts manufacturer is upping production capacity for its popular GTF engine used by Embraer and Airbus.

By Sara Samora • June 28, 2023

GKN Aerospace to close Missouri plant, lay off over 700

The first round of layoffs is slated to start Aug. 25 as the company winds down the plant’s operations.

By Sara Samora • June 27, 2023