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Worker Shortage Woes? Hire women. Here’s Why and How

Gallup: “Companies cannot afford to ignore 50% of the potential workforce
and expect to be competitive in the global economy.”

If you’re in manufacturing, you know all about the worker shortage and how much it’s costing your company. (more…)

Employers are warming to new hires that need training

Manufacturers who were cutting back only a few years ago now have to be more flexible, and creative, to fill jobs.

After six years of working at a McDonald’s in Forest Lake, Danielle Guy decided it was time for something new. (more…)

Wyoming Machine Hires Homeless Man; Turns Family’s Life Around

Robert Bjoraker and his family were struggling to get comfortable for the night in their extended-cab truck in below-freezing temps. “It was a sinking feeling,” said Robert. “I truly did not know what we were going to do. (more…)

Six Secrets to Speedy and Accurate RFQ Turnarounds

Kent Franklin, Bob Loder and John Hanenburg ponder a cocktail napkin design. While Wyoming Machine can create a part from just about anything submitted to them, CAD designs are considerably faster and more accurate than napkin designs!

Lori Tapani Chosen to Lead the 10th Annual Leadership Summit of the FMA

Lori Tapani, Co-President of WMI, recently served as chair of the steering committee for the FMA Leadership Summit. The committee, comprised of six industry leaders from across the country, set the agenda, chose the 38 speakers and presided over the various meetings. (more…)

Why Wyoming Machine is at the Forefront of Manufacturing Issues and Trends: To be a Fully Engaged and Valuable Partner to our Customers

Traci and Lori Tapani

Traci Tapani Invited to the White House “Upskill” Leadership Summit

Traci Tapani, Co-President of Wyoming Machine, was invited to participate in a White House gathering of 150 US business leaders including corporate, medium and small-business CEOs at the White House on Friday, April 24. Traci was the only business leader selected from Minnesota. (more…)

Traci Tapani Participates in White House Summit on Upskilling

Local business owner Traci Tapani took part in the White House Summit on Upskilling America’s Workforce Friday.

Tapani is the co-President of Wyoming Machine, a family-owned manufacturing business based in Stacy, Minn. (more…)

Traci Tapani Offers Insights and Advice as Panelist at Minnesota “Policy and a Pint” Event on Workforce Issues

Policy and a Pint panelists included (L-R) Eric Harkins, Vice President of Nerd Experience (HR) at The Nerdery, Ravi Norman, CEO at Thor Construction, and Traci Tapani, Co-President of Wyoming Machine. The panelists offered insights on how to recruit and grow employees ranging from baby-boomers to millennials in today’s workplace. The event is presented by The Citizens League of Minnesota; a 63-year-old organization devoted to citizen involvement in issues affecting citizens throughout Minnesota, and is sponsored by Target Corporation.

May the Workforce by with You – Policy and A Pint audio (Traci Tapani, panelist)

Citizens League’s Sean kershaw is joined by guest….Traci Tapani, Co-President of Wyoming Machine for a lively discussion….Continue reading