IMC currently has an opening for a dynamic individual to lead our accounting operations and serve as a meticulous, high-integrity self-starter, who will successfully navigate and adhere to regulatory and compliance guidelines with state and federal programs as well as provide accounting oversight for revenue sources. The Accounting & Finance Manager is responsible for managing… Read More
Posts by Lauri Moon
IMC’s Lauri Moon Named PA Business Central Top Nonprofit Female Leader
Congratulations to IMC’s Lauri Moon, named one of Pennsylvania Business Central‘s Top Nonprofit Female Leaders! Lauri has been a member of the IMC team for over 30 years, working to support our mission of growing and strengthening Central PA manufacturers and supporting the Central PA community at-large. Join us in congratulating Lauri on this well-deserved honor!… Read More
Picking Area Error Reduction Efforts Successful at Diamondback Automotive Accessories
Diamondback Automotive Accessories, located in Philipsburg, PA with 117 employees, manufactures load-bearing pick-up truck covers and accessories used primarily by outdoor enthusiasts. Diamondback continues at a rapid growth rate at their Phillipsburg facility, experiencing 25% growth in 2020, followed by 45% growth in 2021. As the company enjoys rapid growth, it also experienced an increase… Read More
Central Susquehanna What’s So Cool About About Manufacturing? Award Winners Announced
The What’s So Cool About Manufacturing? program is a video based educational tool that increases awareness of career paths in manufacturing. This innovative career awareness program is “peer marketing” – kids telling kids what’s so cool about manufacturing and manufacturing careers. This contest gives students the opportunity to connect with local manufacturers, document their experiences… Read More
New Employment Opportunity – IMC Accepting Applications for Manufacturing Business Advisor
Due to an upcoming retirement, IMC is searching for a full-time Manufacturing Business Advisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Outreach and Relationship Development with Central PA manufacturers and partners Client Interface and Project Management Special Program/Project Management as needed IMC is a non-profit organization providing consulting and technical assistance services to small and… Read More
The Manufacturers’ Guide to Finding and Retaining Talent
As part of their annual survey, NIST MEP asks clients from the 51 MEP Centers, including IMC, to identify the top three challenges their companies will face over the next three years. Not surprisingly, manufacturers continue to report that employee recruitment and retention are their greatest challenges. In fact, these concerns have heightened during the… Read More
Penn College Apprenticeship News
New Apprenticeship Cohorts Forming Penn College Apprenticeship Cohorts to begin in August 2022! Topics include: Industrial Manufacturing Technician (IMT) Intro-Mech Machining Fundamentals – CNC Machining Year 1 Mechanical Components – Mechatronics Year 1 Robotics – Year 1 IMT is DESIGNED FOR NEARLY ANY OPERATOR OR TECHNICIAN. The Industrial Manufacturing Technician (IMT) program emphasizes foundational skills… Read More
Pennsylvania Manufacturing Advisory Council Seeks Input From Manufacturers
The Pennsylvania Manufacturing Advisory Council was formed last year as a public-private consortium. Its goal is to provide the Commonwealth’s legislative leaders and leading gubernatorial candidates with policy, program and legislative priority recommendations that will enhance the competitiveness of Pennsylvania’s nearly 15,000 manufacturing firms and their 585,000 employees. The Council has heard from more than… Read More
Custom Container Solutions, LLC Surpasses Production Objectives with IMC Support
IMC has been working with Custom Container Solutions (CCS), an area manufacturer of industrial roll-offs, for several years. Past projects have included operational improvements, ERP selection, HR policies, hiring and selection practices and improved job training. As CCS has grown, they transitioned to a larger facility and now have three production lines instead of one. … Read More
IMC Welcomes Frederick “Rick” Terry to the Team
IMC is excited to welcome Rick Terry to IMC as a Business Advisor. As an IMC Business Advisor, Rick will work closely with the manufacturers of Central PA to provide objective, expert advice, and actionable solutions to drive economic success and profitable growth. “Rick has the background and expertise that will help IMC improve its… Read More