Educators listen to Shelley Irwin of WGVU Public Radio and Jerry Hill with Discover Manufacturing to get your students fired up for a Discover Manufacturing Week tour where they will learn about a high-paying, in-demand industry right here in West Michigan! https://lnkd.in/eEJscVy5...
West Michigan Works!
Staffing and Recruiting
Grand Rapids, Michigan 2,628 followers
Opportunity knocks. Talent awaits.
About us
West Michigan Works! is part of the statewide Michigan Works! system and the workforce development agency in West Michigan. We serve the employers and job seekers of Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, Montcalm, Muskegon and Ottawa counties. We partner with employers, educators, economic developers and community organizations to create a qualified workforce that meets our region’s current and future talent needs and fuels our shared economic future.
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http://westmiworks.org
External link for West Michigan Works!
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Type
- Government Agency
- Specialties
- Job postings, Human resource services, Hiring events, Talent pipeline development, Job forecasing, and Wage analysis
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Employees at West Michigan Works!
Updates
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Hear Jerry Hill from Discover Manufacturing discuss Discover Manufacturing Week, where 15,000+ students tour local facilities for a firsthand look at the modern advanced manufacturing with West Michigan's Morning News on iHeart Radio. https://lnkd.in/eYed93JR
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The next application cycle for grants to assist employers with training, developing and retaining current and newly hired employees is coming soon! Are you ready? Benteler Automotive was! Connect with a business solutions representative today to learn that answer: [email protected] https://lnkd.in/eVxu4VjD
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Ready to introduce future manufacturers to your company? Discover Manufacturing Week is coming soon!
Last year, 15,169 students toured 98 manufacturing facilities. https://lnkd.in/gqnMMWgx Jerry Hill, Discover Manufacturing, West Michigan Works!, Enterprise Tool & Die LLC, Jeff Cobb, Emily Herro, Grandville Public Schools
Employers to inspire the next generation of manufacturers — West Michigan Newspop
westmichigannewspop.com
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West Michigan Works! reposted this
A new report shows Michigan is #2 in the nation for helping adults get employed! 🥈 Shoutout to the entire Michigan Works! system for playing an integral part in making this ranking a reality.
Michigan second in Nation Helping Residents Get Employed and Serves More Participants
michigan.gov
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Upskill your employees with workforce training at a community college using the Michigan Reconnect grant. Learn how Tuesdays from 12-2 p.m. and Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. Members of the Michigan Reconnect Navigator team will be online to provide one-on-one support and answer your questions. https://lnkd.in/e-RreFW
Gaining an education can boost your likelihood of employment. Wanting to pursue further education? Luckily, the region has more than 20 colleges and universities, serving students of all kinds. Head to our website to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gTaDDGjk #highereducation #WestMI #college #universities #careersearch
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Employer registration is still open for this year's Discover Manufacturing Week! Register today at: https://lnkd.in/dDPC_9Z
Employers to inspire the next generation of manufacturers — West Michigan Newspop
westmichigannewspop.com
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The Allegan Service Center is closed tomorrow, Aug. 16 and Monday, Aug. 19 due to a maintenance issue. Please call 1-800-285-WORK (9675) or visit westmiworks.org for virtual services.
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Oman Khanal, West Michigan Works! resource specialist, was recently interviewed by West Michigan Welcome Plan, about how our Skilled Immigrant Integration Program connects professional, college-degreed, internationally-trained job seekers with Michigan-based careers in their profession. “We support them until they find a career in their field based on their qualifications,” Khanal said. “This includes resume preparation, networking strategies and removing barriers to employment.” Qualifying immigrants, and employers looking to hire, can visit our Skilled Immigrant Integration Program webpage (https://lnkd.in/g76zYrQk) or reach out to Oman Khanal at [email protected].
WPC Community Highlight - Oman Kahnal - Skilled Immigrant Integration Program
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“When a board member volunteers, we get to see the picture a program director has painted for us come to life -- and that's really a cool thing.” - Mark Bergsma, Account Executive, @Berends Hendricks Stuit Insurance Thank you Mark for bringing your knowledge and expertise to the West Michigan Works! Workforce Development Board!
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