Greetings to TSMA members, associates, and friends!
Amid the high cost of fuel and continued supply-chain issues, we have much to celebrate in West Central Minnesota this summer!
First, I’d like to invite you to register and attend our upcoming 29th annual TSMA Golf Social at Geneva Golf Club in Alexandria on July 20th. The TSMA golf proceeds will be used to improve the image of manufacturing and encourage young people to consider a career in manufacturing. Please help us... Read more.
Featured member
Spectrum Aeromed
Medical interiors and equipment for fixed and rotor wing aircraft
Spectrum Aeromed designs and manufactures medical interiors and equipment for all kinds of fixed and rotor wing aircraft. The company has built a global reputation for customized interior solutions ranging from “quick change” technology that enables aircraft to be used for air ambulance or transport/charter purposes, to complete turnkey solutions for a fully dedicated medical interior. The company combines its engineering ability, technical expertise, and customer service commitment to create unique solutions to meet customer requirements... Read more.
McDonald receives the Women in Manufacturing Step Ahead award
Nicole McDonald, TSMA board member and Sr. Director of Operations at Brunswick Corporation in New York Mills, was one of 100 women in the United States to receive the Women in Manufacturing Step Ahead Award in April.
The Manufacturing Career Dream Team wound down the school year with several events. Dream Team members Brittany Wing from Vector Windows, Ryan Swiontek from ITW Heartland, and Jimmy Jevnager from FORCE America, spoke to... Read more.
MN Statewide Tour of Manufacturing
Manufacturers – it’s not too early to sign up for the 2022 Statewide tour of Manufacturing. This year, the event will again feature both live and virtual tours. Minnesota Manufactured has resources available to guide you through either approach. Read more.
Webmarketing minute
Videos are a powerful tool in recruiting effectively because they can reach passive candidates. Recruitment videos can grab the attention of top talent by telling a story that speaks directly to potential candidates. Research tells us that video content on social media typically achieves 1200% more shares than text and image content. Some recruitment firms even claim that embedded videos receive 800% more engagement on job posting and 34% greater application rates. Time to add recruitment videos to your arsenal. Contact Becky, Communications Director, with questions.
2022 Sponsorship packages
50% off on remaining 2022 packages! As the central office serving TSMA, CMMA, and AMFA our job is to help your business succeed. Take advantage of 2022 sponsorship packages NOW! Learn more!
Summer of Jobs campaign to connect employers and job seekers
Job vacancies reached record high in Minnesota at 214,000 openings. Minnesota DEED Commissioner Steve Grove recently kicked off the Summer of Jobs campaign that includes job shadowing some of the in-demand jobs available in the state, including manufacturing...Read more
TSMA Axe Throwing - June 2022
TSMA members awarded Pipeline Dual Training grant
Congrats to the following TSMA members that received a Dual Training grant:
The Aagard Group – Alexandria
UMC – Monticello
Productive Alternatives – Fergus Falls
The Dual Training Grant Program partners with the Minnesota Dual-Training Pipeline Program at the MN Depart of Labor and Industry to help employers by creating earn-and-learn programs.
The 2022 directory was recently published. Contact the office if you'd like additional copies.
Manufacturing employees may be eligible for Minnesota Frontline Worker Pay
Governor Tim Walz signed a bill passed by the Minnesota Legislature providing bonus pay for eligible COVID-19 frontline workers. Details of the program, including the application process and timeline, are still being finalized. Employers must provide notice to all eligible employees on how to apply for the pay within 15 days of the application period opening. Read more.
Responding to your needs, we have carefully selected three partners —
vetted by our board and endorsed by fellow members— to provide
a cost savings to your operation, including...
Interested in adding dental and vision to your employee benefits? Dental health has a profound impact on overall health. Vision care is important to prevent visual impairment. We offer a range of plan designs.Learn more.
