• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Innovative Manufacturers Center

Driving Manufacturing Growth and Job Creation in Central Pennsylvania

(570) 329-3200
  • Careers
  • IMC Blog
  • News
  • Contact Us
  • About Us
    • IMC Service Area
    • IMC Team
    • Success Stories
    • Central PA Manufacturing Companies
    • Partners & Network
    • Career Opportunities
    • Contact Us
  • Services
    • People
      • Brand Development
      • Business Continuity Planning
      • Elevating HR Practices for Manufacturing Success
      • Environmental & Safety Compliance
      • Lean Manufacturing User's Group
      • Manufacturing Business Growth Services
      • Sales Development
      • Tooling U-SME
    • Processes
      • Continuous Improvement
      • International Trade & Export Compliance
      • ISO 9001 Certification
      • ISO Support
      • Lean Manufacturing Level One Certification
      • Lean Manufacturing Transformation
      • Problem Solving with Root Cause Analysis
      • Supply Chain Optimization
    • Technology
      • Clean Energy Manufacturing
      • Digital Marketing & SEO
      • SMART-PA
      • Technology Scouting
      • Website Design
    • Innovation
      • Innovation Engineering Systems
      • Manufacturing Innovation
      • R&D Tax Credits
      • Technology and Innovation
      • Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ
        • About the Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ
        • Do I Qualify for the KIZ?
        • KIZ Tax Credits
        • Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ Benefits
        • Williamsport/Lycoming KIZ Services
  • Events
  • Training
    • People
      • Meeting the HR Challenge
    • Processes
      • ISO 9001 Certification
      • Lean Manufacturing Practitioner Certification
      • Problem Solving with RCA

News

image_pdfPrint PDFimage_printPrint

Success Story: Rockland Manufacturing Invests in Training to Prepare Workforce for Change in Production Flow

Rockland Logo

Rockland Manufacturing Co., located in Bedford, PA with approximately 250 employees, is a medium-sized manufacturer of bulldozer blades, loader buckets, beach cleaning equipment, and land clearing equipment. Rockland primarily serves Read More

Filed Under: Case Studies, IMC Blog, News, Success Stories Tagged With: bucket manufacturing, rockland

Due to expanding opportunities, IMC has two Business Solutions Specialist Positions Open.

Are you a strategically savvy achiever with a passion for business and a heart for the clients you serve? Are you a conscientious, can-do team player comfortable fielding a variety Read More

Filed Under: News

IMC Welcomes Tricia Carl to the Team

Tricia Carl

The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is excited to welcome Tricia Carl to its team of Central PA resources as an IMC Business Solutions Specialist. As an IMC Business Solutions Read More

Filed Under: News

NO COST Electrical Safety Training Extended to December 31st

IMC, in partnership with The Manufacturers’ Association, is extending the No-Cost Electrical Safety Training for General Industry to December 31st. This opportunity is available through a grant provided by the Read More

Filed Under: News Tagged With: free training; electrical safety;

Success Story: QCast Aluminum – Casting for Efficiency

QCast Aluminum Co.

IMC Facilitates a Value Stream Map for QCast Production Process Improvement   Located in New Berlin PA, (approximately 30 miles south of Williamsport, PA) QCast Aluminum Co. is a family Read More

Filed Under: Case Studies, News, Success Stories Tagged With: Continuous Improvement, MEP National Network, QCast

Attract Your Talent of the Future Today During Manufacturing Day 2023

Host an Open House During October to Celebrate Manufacturing Day 2023   Join manufacturers across the United States to showcase modern manufacturing and attract your future workforce. MFG Day, celebrated Read More

Filed Under: IMC Blog, News

Are you a business-building strategist looking for an opportunity to shine? Challenge accepted – we’re hiring!

Are you a strategically savvy achiever with a passion for business and a heart for the clients you serve? Are you a conscientious, can-do team player comfortable fielding a variety Read More

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Business Solutions Specialist

Success Story: Prysmian Expands Frontline Development Skills and Employee Engagement with Onsite Training

Prysmian Group Logo

Prysmian Group, the world leader in the energy and telecom cable industry, engaged with the IMC with interest in various areas of improvement including communication and leadership skills as well Read More

Filed Under: Case Studies, News

IMC Announces Officer Appointments to Its Board of Directors

Tanna Pugh, PennTAP

The Innovative Manufacturers’ Center (IMC), Inc. is excited to announce leadership changes to its Board of Directors. At its annual meeting on June 20, 2023, Tanna Pugh was appointed the Read More

Filed Under: News

IMC Accepting Applications for Manufacturing Business Advisor

Work with Us

Ready to join a team dedicated to the success of Central Pennsylvania manufacturers? IMC is seeking a Business Advisor to join our mission-driven, passionate team. The successful candidate will regularly meet Read More

Filed Under: News

image_pdfPrint PDFimage_printPrint
« Previous Page
Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

Search

Blog Categories

  • IMC Blog
  • News
  • Success Stories

Blog Archives

Testimonials


Northway Industries, Inc.

“Through the Winning Teams program, we increased throughput in our laminate cleaning/inspection area by 18%, which also shortened the time for us to respond to vendors about defective products and t… Read more

Northway Industries, Inc.


Rockland Manufacturing Co.

“We’re very pleased with the results of the training. It was a great way to break the ice regarding a systemic change in one of our oldest and most experience facilities. By training on change man… Read more

Bo PrattPresidentRockland Manufacturing Co.


Pik Rite, Inc.

The IMC and its staff have played an integral part in the success of Pik Rite’s Continuous Improvement culture as well as directly influencing more efficient production and operations. The proof is … Read more

Caleb ThomasProduct Line ManagerPik Rite, Inc.


NuVisions Center

We are a small organization and do not have IT staff. Before we found IMC, the task to implement CMMC seemed almost insurmountable. With their help, the process was no longer overwhelming, and we were… Read more

Terry KnouseVice President of OperationsNuVisions Center


SilcoTek

5 Whys, SIPOC, Value Stream Maps, etc. are great ways to visualize problems that are difficult to pinpoint.

Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


Prysmian Group

The attendees of both training programs came away energized and eager to apply their new skills in training, coaching and communications. There is broad consensus that these skills should continue to … Read more

Jeanette WraggTraining ManagerPrysmian Group


Nittany Paper Mills, Inc.

We make investments where and when our workforce is skilled and ready.  The training was a solid foundation for supervisor development.

Steve PrentissVice President of Human ResourcesNittany Paper Mills, Inc.


QCast Aluminum

The Value Stream Mapping exercise conducted by the IMC enabled us to visually see the overall production process and the areas we needed to target for improvement. Without this process, QCast may not … Read more

Terry ArnoldGeneral ManagerQCast Aluminum


Lang’s Chocolates

IMC’s resource consultant’s background and knowledge were so relevant, and his delivery set a solid foundation upon which we could build for our re-certification as well.

Robert LangOwnerLang’s Chocolates


Metal Integrity

“IMC has been an excellent resource for us to accomplish objectives that we would not have been able to achieve on our own. We would highly recommend any company taking full advantage of the services … Read more

Marc DagataPresidentMetal Integrity




Newsletter Signup

Sign up for IMC’s newsletter to get the latest news on manufacturing in Central Pennsylvania.

"*" indicates required fields

By providing your email, you agree to receive future email correspondence from IMC.

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.









Upcoming Events



Oct


16


2:00 pm – 3:00 pm


CMMC & Cyber Insurance: Protecting Your Business from Cyber Risks



Nov


20


2:00 pm – 3:00 pm


CMMC Legal Implications – Avoiding Liability Risks


View Calendar


News

What’s So Cool About Manufacturing Video Contest Announces 2025 Central Susquehanna Awards

IMC is excited to announce the award recipients for the “What’s So Cool About Manufacturing?” (WSCM) Central Susquehanna student video contest awards.  The annual awards ceremony was held April 23rd at The Venue at Liberty …

Read More

IMC Announces the Release of its Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll Results

We are pleased to announce the results of our Central Pennsylvania Manufacturing Tariff Poll. This initiative aimed to gather insights from regional manufacturers regarding the potential impact of proposed tariffs on the region’s manufacturing sector. We …

Read More

Central PA Manufacturing Tariff Poll

This poll is now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated. Please watch our e-news and socials for follow-up information regarding the results. Central PA manufacturers, your participation is crucial in helping us understand …

Read More
Copyright © 2025 IMC, Inc - Site Developed by Pineapple PC
One College Avenue, Dept. 32 Williamsport, PA 17701-5799