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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

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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

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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

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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

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IMC Accepting Applications for Manufacturing Business Advisor

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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

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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 2023 Top Nonprofit Female Leaders! Lauri has been a member of the IMC team for over 30 years, working to Read More

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Supplier Scouting Opportunities

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As of April 13, below are several open supplier scouting opportunities that are available through IMC’s federal sponsor to scout. If interested in learning more about any of these opportunities, Read More

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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




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