Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/24/2019 -- The Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) announced the winners of the 2019 Safety Excellence Awards. "The Missouri Association of Manufacturers' Safety Excellence Awards Program was developed to stimulate interest in accident prevention, maintain safe and healthful work environments, and to share best practice examples with fellow manufacturers. The goal of the program is to recognize manufacturing companies and individuals that are making a significant contribution to safety, health and/or environmental compliance," stated Kim Inman, MAM CEO.

- Tyler Pipe & Coupling will receive the Leader of the Pack award, in recognition of a proactive, progressive approach to safety, health and environmental improvements and risk reduction.

- Jim Cody with SRC Heavy Duty is recognized as the Safety Professional of the Year for demonstrating the depth of safety, health, environmental leadership, management skills, and successful implementation of a clear, well-communicated safety strategy.

- EaglePicher Technologies will receive the Most Improved award in recognition of the greatest, sustained improvement of safety health and environmental efforts within the past three (3) years.

- Tyler Pipe & Coupling will take home the Safety Innovation award in recognition significant safety, health and environmental improvements and operational effectiveness.

- Jerry Freeman of CNH Industrial Reman receives the Safety Champion of the Year award. In recognition of an individual who has gone above and beyond his/her scope of work to demonstrate a commitment to Safety culture.

- Nathan Gentges with Tyler Pipe & Coupling will take home the Horizon award, which recognizes a safety professional, in his/her position for less than five (5) years, who is making significant and quantifiable contributions to safety, health and/or environmental compliance.

- SRC Heavy Duty East receives the coveted Safety Manufacturing Company of the Year award for their outstanding safety, health and environmental program achievement and best practice standards.

Mid-America Safety & Environmental is sponsoring this years (MAM) Safety Excellence Awards. Mid-America Safety & Environmental develops and provides a customized safety program that fits your business.

About Missouri Association of Manufacturers
Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) strives to instill interest and enthusiasm among elected officials and the public in general, by advocating policy that promotes regional economic growth and worldwide competitiveness. Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) serves as the manufacturers advocate in Missouri and works to educate policy makers at all levels of the importance about issues important to manufacturers. MAM utilizes its strength in numbers to develop strategic partnerships and create exclusive benefit programs. The goal of each program is to offer lower pricing or greater advantages than members would be able to obtain on their own. MAM is focused on bringing manufacturers together to address common issues and challenges, and to learn from one another. MAM conferences, workshops and networking events provide a non-competitive environment for developing these beneficial relationships. For more information visit us @ www.MAMstrong.org

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Missouri Association of Manufacturers Invites Small Businesses & Missouri Manufacturers to Attend

Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/17/2019 -- The Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) announced today, their Mid-America Safety, Health and Environmental Conference & Expo (MASHE) will take place on May 1-2 at the Ozark Empire Fair Grounds E-Plex in Springfield, Missouri. Deadline to register to attend will be April 30 at 5:00 pm. Registrations will be available for purchase on the day of via card ONLY.

Missouri Association of Manufacturers' MASHE is designed to provide training in the areas of general safety, environmental compliance, occupational medicine, workers' compensation and safety leadership. May 1, day one, Keynote Presentation will be presented by Kimberly Stille, Regional Administrator, Region VII – Kansas City, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Stille will update attendees on all of OSHA's new and ongoing activities in the areas of cooperative programs, enforcement and standards as well as other OSHA activities.

On May 2, day two, Keynote Presentation will be presented by Don Harkey, Chief Executive Officer of People Centric, in Springfield, MO. Harkey will discuss the importance and impact of having a high-performance culture that creates empowerment and alignment and its impact on safety. Learn what leaders can do inside of a company (from the top to the bottom) to create a high-performance culture through engagement, focus, and accountability.

Attendees will honor those who have lost their lives by participating in the OSHA Worker's Memorial. During the breakout sessions, attendees will hear speakers from companies including:

- EaglePicher Technologies
- Springfield ReManufacturing Corp (SRC)
- Paul Mueller Company
- Positronic
- Todd Safety Consultation LLC
- Connell Insurance
- Tyler Pipe & Coupling
- CNH Industrial
- Ramboll - Environmental Works Inc.
- 06 Environmental LLC
- JobFinders Employment Services
- GeoEngineers
- ErgoMethods
- Polsinelli Law
- MoDOT
- DOL
- OSHA (10)

Attendees will have the advantage of earning Continuing Education Credits (CEU) from Missouri State University (MSU). With the changing environment of workplace safety, human resources, health and environmental regulations, employees will stay up to date and improve their skills and personal development by attending this annual event.

Event agenda is available online or to download. This event is open to the public. Register online to attend at www.mamstrong.org/MASHE or call 417-863-7262

About Missouri Association of Manufacturers
Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) strives to instill interest and enthusiasm among elected officials and the public in general, by advocating policy that promotes regional economic growth and worldwide competitiveness. Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) serves as the manufacturers advocate in Missouri and works to educate policy makers at all levels of the importance about issues important to manufacturers. MAM utilizes its strength in numbers to develop strategic partnerships and create exclusive benefit programs. The goal of each program is to offer lower pricing or greater advantages than members would be able to obtain on their own. MAM is focused on bringing manufacturers together to address common issues and challenges, and to learn from one another. MAM conferences, workshops and networking events provide a non-competitive environment for developing these beneficial relationships. For more information visit us @ www.MAMstrong.org

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Missouri Association of Manufacturers honors local company, and announces Manufacturing Matters Panelists for MAM’s Gearing Up Conference & 2019 Annual Meeting

Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/30/2019 -- The Missouri Association of Manufacturers announced today that Red Monkey Foods has been awarded the organization's Member Momentum Award. This award recognizes a Member manufacturer who has demonstrated new or significant growth through their products, services, operations, staffing, and/or facilities. The manufacturer must demonstrate a new business model through creative or innovative ways, remodel their current way of doing business, or expand upon their current business model. The executive team must demonstrate their commitment to continued growth, while maintaining a commitment to excellence in quality. The award will be presented at MAM's Gearing Up Conference and 2019 Annual Meeting on February 6 at the Oasis Convention Center in Springfield.

Influential executive leaders will discuss hot topics facing the industry on the Manufacturing Matters Panel at the Gearing Up Conference & 2019 Annual Meeting. Following the discussion there will be an interactive Q&A with the audience. Eric Olson with the Springfield Business Journal will moderate.

Panelists:

- Susan Tripp, President & Owner of TrippNT
- Gregory Rocque, President of Positronic
- Kevin Thompson, CFO of Cambridge Engineering
- Mark McNay, Senior Vice President & General Manager of SMC Packaging Group

Throughout the day, attendees will take part in networking opportunities in this events largest expo to date, discuss manufacturing trends, developments and interact with peers and top professionals in the industry to drive your business into the future.

Missouri Association of Manufacturers Gearing Up Conference & 2019 Annual Meeting is an all-day event on February 6, at the Oasis Convention Center in Springfield, Missouri. This event has become the Missouri premier manufacturing event, assembling key executives and technical experts. The general session features Chris McChesney and Jack Stack as keynote speakers addressing hot topics facing the manufacturing industry. This event is designed for manufacturers and is open to the public. Register online at www.mamstrong.org

About Missouri Association of Manufacturers
Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) strives to instill interest and enthusiasm among elected officials and the public in general, by advocating policy that promotes regional economic growth and worldwide competitiveness. Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) serves as the manufacturers advocate in Missouri and works to educate policy makers at all levels, of the importance about issues important to manufacturers. MAM utilizes its strength in numbers to develop strategic partnerships and create exclusive benefit programs. The goal of each program is to offer lower pricing or greater advantages than members would be able to obtain on their own. MAM is focused on bringing manufacturers together to address common issues and challenges, and to learn from one another. MAM events, conferences, workshops and networking events provide a non-competitive environment for developing these beneficial relationships. For more information visit us @ http://www.MAMstrong.org

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Missouri Association of Manufacturers is honored to have this renowned executive & author speak at this public event.

Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 01/22/2019 -- The Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) continues to strengthen its agenda for the Gearing Up Conference & 2019 Annual Meeting (Springfield, MO. February 6) with the addition of afternoon keynote speaker Jack Stack, President and CEO, SRC Holdings Corporation.

A pioneer of the leadership model known as open-book management, Stack is the author of two books on the subject, The Great Game of Business and A Stake in the Outcome. His expertise in using the open-book model has led the SRC Holdings Corporation to start, acquire, and own over 60 businesses while employing thousands since 1983.

"Jack's teachings have inspired businesses around the world. I'm thrilled to have him on this year's agenda," said Kim Inman, CEO, Missouri Association of Manufacturers. "I believe it's a must-attend event."

Global leadership expert, Chris McChesney with FranklinCovey and co-author of the Wall Street Journal #1 best-seller, The 4 Disciplines of Execution, and a primary developer of FranklinCovey's solution for strategic goal achievement in organizations, will be a keynote speaker the morning of February 6.

Missouri Association of Manufacturers Gearing Up Conference & 2019 Annual Meeting is an all-day event on February 6, at the Oasis Convention Center in Springfield, Missouri. This event has become the Missouri premier manufacturing event, assembling key executives and technical experts. The general session features high profile speakers addressing current topics facing the manufacturing industry. Attendees will take away from panel discussions (Manufacturing Matters Panel), networking opportunities, discuss trends and developments, and problem-solve with peers and top professionals in the industry to drive your business into the future. This event is designed for manufacturers but is also open to the public. Register online at www.mamstrong.org

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Made in Missouri Leadership Awards & Appreciation Event will be held on September 28

Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/26/2018 -- In celebration of National Manufacturing Day, the Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) is hosting its 15th Annual Manufacturing Summit & Expo in St. Louis, Missouri on Thursday, September 27, in St. Louis, Missouri at the Renaissance St. Louis Airport Hotel. Missouri Manufacturers and assemblers are invited to attend. This event will provide direct interactive opportunities with manufacturing professionals and opportunities to promote and showcase products and services.

The keynote speaker for the Manufacturing Summit will be Rebecca Taylor, Senior Vice President for the National Center for Manufacturing Sciences (NCMS), the largest not for profit research and development consortium in North America focused on manufacturing. Taylor will be presenting on "Cybersecurity in Manufacturing."

The Executive Breakfast will explain how the State Treasurers office is promoting and expanding the Missouri FIRST program to help grow business in Missouri. He will also talk about two initiatives recently launched, Show-Me Checkbook and Economic Dashboard, both designed to provide more transparency and economic information for Missouri residents.

Topics concerning manufacturers of today will be discussed in the breakout sessions and during the open discussion panel, Manufacturing Matters. Scheduled topics will include: Employee fraud, state resources for international business, export & trade, health care costs, employee health plans, workforce and skills training in manufacturing, energy efficiency, cyber risks for manufacturers, tax reform and it's impact on Missouri manufacturers, updates on 2018 Federal and State elections and their impact on policy in Missouri.

The MAM Manufacturing Summit & Expo is open to the public. Registration is available online at www.mamstrong.org or by calling 417-863-7262. Online registrations available through Wednesday September 26 and day of event attendees may register at the door. Media is welcome to attend.

The Made in Missouri Leadership Awards (MMLA) will be hosted on September 28 at 5:00 pm. The Made in Missouri Leadership Awards (MMLA) are designed to honor manufacturing companies and individual leaders that are shaping the future of global manufacturing. The MMLA program recognizes Missouri manufacturers as leaders in all segments of manufacturing. Innovative companies and individuals in the manufacturing industry from around the state are showcased at the Made in Missouri Leadership Awards & Appreciation Event.

Reservations for the MMLA can be made online at www.mamstrong.org or by calling 417-863-7262. Deadline is Thursday September 27.

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Missouri Association of Manufacturers Announces the 2018 MMLA Recipients

Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/24/2018 -- The Missouri Association of Manufacturers (#MAM) congratulates the Missouri manufacturers and individuals named to receive the 2018 Made in Missouri Leadership Awards. The awardees represent outstanding contributions and accomplishments in shaping the future of global manufacturing here in Missouri.

- Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging has received the Domestic Growth Award for demonstrating new or significant domestic growth through products, services, operations and/or facilities. They have increased sales within the United States and outlined a strategy for sustainable domestic growth.

- JSI: Jeffco Subcontracting will take home the Community Impact Award for demonstrating various levels of community involvement on a local, regional and/or State level. JSI is in Arnold, MO and is a sheltered workshop, providing support to manufacturers in the St. Louis region. JSI offers assembly, production and quality workmanship while giving meaningful employment to developmentally disabled adults in Jefferson County.

- CNH Industrial Reman wins the Next Generation Leadership Award for creating a culture of engagement and implementing programs that enable them to attract excellent new talent and create a productive pipeline of next-generation leaders. CNH Industrial Reman believes developing leaders is the best guarantee for future success. Career opportunity and career progression are managed without discrimination by respecting and enhancing diversity. Progress largely depends on the ability to construct a stimulating, dynamic and multicultural company. Through education, training, succession planning, networking and a robust internship program, this process ensures that the leadership pipeline is continuously fed at all levels of the organization.

- 180 Skills LLC will receive the ONESource Outstanding Member Benefit Award. 180 Skills receives this award for their end-to-end manufacturing skills training solution. Their manufacturing skills training system enables employers, educators, and workforce professionals to deliver, on-demand, high-quality, low-cost, skills development. Created with employers, this on-line solution delivers the competencies needed to succeed in a manufacturing career. From online learning to hands-on instruction, they provide all the tools you need to create, grow and retain a skilled workforce.

- Connell Insurance will take home the ONESource Outstanding Member Program Award. Connell Insurance has played a critical role in the development of an affordable and sustainable association healthcare plan (MAM's HEALTHSource a 501©9 trust) for Missouri Manufacturers and MAM Members. Connell Insurance, as an industry leader, has made a personal commitment to partner with MAM to find solutions to help address the insurance needs of Missouri Manufacturers.

- Jeff Cox, Shapiro Metals, will receive MAMBassador of the Year Award. This award was given to Cox for his ongoing dedication and commitment to the growth of the Missouri Association of Manufacturers. As a MAMBassador, Cox understands the importance of the advancement and preservation of the manufacturing industry in our state. With an unquestionable commitment, Cox has stepped up to provide support and visibility to our industry. Traveling around the state, Cox provides MAM information to manufacturers while promoting the value of joining an association that supports the manufacturing industry.

- SRC Holdings Corporation has received the Apprenticeship Program Excellence Award. This award celebrates an apprenticeship program's outstanding contribution to the workplace and to the manufacturing industry, involving exceptional progress in both skills development and studies. SRC Holdings Corporation demonstrates inspirational qualities, offers apprentices a solid foundation of best practices and operations, and is committed to apprentices achieving the best possible results within their chosen framework and long-term commitment to their personal and professional development and progression through learning.

- Workforce Investment Board of SWMO is awarded the Alliance Partner of the Year. Recognizing an outstanding union and support for MAM shown by another organization. This alliance is mutually beneficial between organizations, but this organization has consistently proven their ongoing support of MAM. By working together, our alliance is making the manufacturing industry stronger.

- TG Missouri & Ranken Technical College receives the Workforce Development Program Excellence Award. This award celebrates a program's outstanding contribution to the workplace involving exceptional progress in both skills' development and studies. TG Missouri & Ranken Technical College has demonstrated inspirational qualities and serve as a positive role model for vocational qualifications. They have been committed to achieving the best possible results within the chosen framework and the long-term commitment to personal and professional development and progression through learning. They have developed a strong commitment to the manufacturing industry and promoting apprenticeships and other programs as a gateway for manufacturing careers.

- MilBank Manufacturing Company the Manufacturing Talent Development Award. As a 90-year-old and third generation manufacturer demonstrates, how their approach to skills training and workforce development has improved employee satisfaction, optimized productivity, quality, and increased engagement within the workforce. Their company culture promotes learning, focusing on talent and performance, as well as encouraging openness among employees about their development needs.

- Andy Wake, United Poly Systems will receive the Manufacturing Executive of the Year Award for his tenacity for accomplishing the impossible. His uncanny ideas for development, issue resolution and the many accomplishments he has made in Missouri's manufacturing industry is proof of his commitment to workforce development and sound employee relations. The openness and willingness to communicate that he has fostered throughout the company truly shows how effective his leadership has been.

- The Boeing Company & St. Louis Community College will take home the SKILLSource Initiative Award. For their unique partnership and providing support to microenterprise training programs, workforce and economic development in the region. On May 15 they officially launched the Women in Aerospace Manufacturing (WAM) initiative to encourage women to work in aerospace and manufacturing.

- Michael C Mittler, Mittler Bros Machine & Tool will be awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award. Mittler has demonstrated profound and lasting impacts on their stakeholders, company and markets within the manufacturing industry. Through his ideas and actions, they have pioneered new markets, developed new business models, created market-changing products, devised transformative production methods, and significantly enhanced the overall role of manufacturing in society. Mittler has made major accomplishments in Missouri's manufacturing industry and contributed to the advancement of the industry for over 30 years.

- TrippNT wins Small Manufacturer of the Year Award. This premier award recognizes TrippNT for their commitment to business excellence. TrippNT demonstrates the use of effective lean methodologies and techniques that focus on improvements in quality, cost, productivity, physical waste reduction and non-value adding activities, customer service and safety. TrippNT has been committed to innovation, an entrepreneurial spirit, creative solutions to industry-related challenges, supplementing or enhancing best-practice standards an engaged workforce and development of a lasting culture of continuous improvement. TrippNT is a certified woman-owned business, which was named one of the fastest growing private companies in America by Inc. Magazine and been on their list again in 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018.

- Cambridge Engineering receives the Member of the Year Award. This award recognizes Cambridge Engineering for taking an involved role in the continued growth and support of Missouri Association of Manufacturers. Cambridge Engineering has played an interactive role in numerous aspects of the organization, business, events, education, resources and other important components. By working with our staff, Board of Directors and other members, Cambridge Engineering has shown their dedication to improving the manufacturing industry in Missouri.

About Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM)
Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) strives to instill interest and enthusiasm among elected officials and the public in general, by advocating policy that promotes regional economic growth and worldwide competitiveness. Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) serves as the manufacturer's advocate in Missouri and works to educate policy makers at all levels of the importance about issues important to manufacturers. MAM utilizes its strength in numbers to develop strategic partnerships and create exclusive benefit programs. The goal of each program is to offer lower pricing or greater advantages than members would be able to obtain on their own. MAM is focused on bringing manufacturers together to address common issues and challenges, and to learn from one another. MAM events, conferences, workshops and networking events provide a non-competitive environment for developing these beneficial relationships.

For more information visit us @ http://www.MAMstrong.org.

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Meet manufacturers across Missouri & jobs available on September 28, 9:00 a.m.

Springfield, MO -- (ReleaseWire) -- 09/19/2018 -- In celebration of National Manufacturing Day, the Missouri Association of Manufacturers (MAM) is hosting the 2nd Annual Manufacturers Career Fair in St. Louis, MO. Manufacturers in Missouri are invited to promote and showcase their companies to potential employees and other manufacturing professionals in attendance. Students and Job Seekers are welcome to attend for Free.

"An outdated perception of manufacturing has created a negative stereotypical image. This stereotype prevents individuals from joining the manufacturing workforce. Manufacturers have good paying jobs, substantial benefits, advancement opportunities, providing education and training, while offering high-tech positions." said Kim Inman, MAM CEO. "We are proud to promote Manufacturing Day in Missouri with our Manufacturers Career Fair. MAM is proud to share insight, with our next generation, into modern day manufacturing, career opportunities, and growth. During this event, manufacturers will have direct interaction with students and job seekers."

In collaboration with:
- St. Louis Regional Job Centers
- St. Charles County
- St. Louis County
- St. Louis City
- Jefferson & Franklin County Consortium
- St. Clair, Illinois
- Madison County, Illinois

Meet companies like….
- Boeing Pre-Employment Program
- EaglePicher
- SIM Surgical
- St. Louis Community College
- Carr Lane Manufacturing
- Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging
- and many more

Manufacturing Day is a program of the National Association of Manufacturers and was started in 2012. Last year 595,341 people participated in Manufacturing Day nationwide, including 267,607 students.

A survey of students showed that the program has a powerful impact. Nearly 90 percent of the students who attended an event said they became more aware of manufacturing jobs in their communities. The payoff is that 64 percent of these students said they were more motivated to pursue a manufacturing career and 71 percent said they would share their experience with others.

To learn more about the MAM Manufacturers Career Fair, visit http://www.MAMStrong.org or Register Here.

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