IGNITE YOUR FUTURE: Automation and Workforce Solutions for Manufacturers

You are not alone if you are struggling to address the skills gap through workforce initiatives and innovative automation technologies. Across the manufacturing industry, the workforce skills gap is a significant challenge for most companies – but there are strategies and opportunities to face it head-on. Join us at Richard J. Daley College to learn from other manufacturing leaders who have identified ways to address the skills gap and hiring challenges.

Welcome

Panel 1: Incorporating Automation to Increase Production

• Manufacturers will discuss how automation is one component for resolving the workforce gap for manufacturers of all sizes – without replacing existing team members.

Panel 2: Find – or Create – Your Workforce

• Learn how a sample of Chicago manufacturers are using nontraditional avenues to recruit, onboard, and retain employees.

Lunch, provided by Huntington Bank

Tour

• Explore the new state-of-the-art Advanced Manufacturing Lab at the Manufacturing Technology and Engineering Center of Richard J. Daley College.

Networking

• Connect with panelists and attendees.

Presented in partnership by:

Host or Publisher IMEC