Advanced Manufacturing Consortium

06/19/2026

AMC members receive a discount on training from CTS! From technical topics to leadership, you can build your team's skills and save some money.

What do we deliver? Expert training that is accessible to your team.

06/16/2026

We are thrilled to announce that the Advanced Manufacturing Consortium has been awarded an Ohio Industry Sector Partnership (OISP) Round 6 Grant for $250,000. This funding will allow us to continue building and strengthening the manufacturing talent pipeline throughout our region, while supporting the workforce needs identified by our industry partners.

The grant application focused on the following key initiatives:

+Advanced Troubleshooting & Controls Training
+Industrial Technician Workforce Development
+Knowledge Transfer & Mentorship Programs
+AI Readiness & Manufacturing Modernization
+Expansion of Manufacturing Pre-Apprenticeship Pathways
+Industry Credentials and Career Pathway Development
+Employer Engagement and Workforce Pipeline Expansion

This award is a direct reflection of the strength of our consortium and the commitment of our member companies, educational partners, workforce organizations, and community stakeholders. Their continued involvement and support help demonstrate that our region is working collaboratively to address manufacturing workforce challenges and create opportunities for current and future employees.

Thank you to our members & partners for your ongoing commitment to strengthening manufacturing in northwest Ohio!

06/10/2026

Why manufacturing? Job stability!
Manufacturing is considered an essential business. The industry often offers higher wages and better benefits in order to recruit and retain skilled workers.

Job Seekers | Parents | Educators | Students | Job Seekers | Employers |Partners & Member Companies Job Seekers Whether you are just starting in your career or you are simply ready for a change, the manufacturing industry has career opportunities that match your skill level and interests. To help yo...

06/06/2026

Helping teens develop post-high school plans isn't always easy. That's why we've compiled helpful resources that introduce parents to the modern world of manufacturing and explain how this industry can fit into career plans. Head to our website to explore these resources.

06/02/2026

AI and industrial automation may be the hot topics for investors and technology companies lately, but plenty of companies still haven’t made the investment for numerous reasons.

05/28/2026

Congratulations to these Holgate Local Schools students who recently completed Wildfire Leadership training! These students are part of our pre-apprenticeship program on the mechanical principles pathway. Pre-apprenticeships are designed to help students gain career skills while they are still in high school.

Special thanks to Custom Training Solutions for facilitating this training, Joe Silva for leading it, Northwest State Community College for serving as our host site.

05/26/2026

If you are a business leader in northwest Ohio, please consider taking five minutes to answer this business outlook survey. Your feedback can help shape the future of the region.

Business leaders: In just 5 minutes, you can make a real impact on the future of our regional economy and continue to build !!

The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland has officially opened the 2026 Business Outlook and Trends Survey (BOTS) in collaboration with PCED and the counties of Defiance, Williams, Fulton, and Henry.

Why your voice matters:

• Help guide economic decisions — Your feedback provides valuable insight to the Federal Reserve, local leaders, policymakers, and support organizations working to strengthen businesses across our region.

• Get ahead of economic trends — Survey responses help identify regional business patterns and economic changes before they’re reflected in national reports, giving business owners a clearer picture of what’s ahead.

• Support local economic analysis — If our area reaches at least 50 completed surveys, PCED will receive a customized economic report highlighting trends and challenges specific to our local business community.

The survey is quick, confidential, and takes about five minutes to complete. Responses are open through June 10.

Take the survey here: https://clefed.org/4cSj6To

05/21/2026

Why should your manufacturing company consider an AMC membership? We're working to tackle the tough issues, and your investment will directly support those efforts.

✔️Skills gap
✔️Talent pipeline
✔️ Employee retention
✔️ Work-based learning needs

Become a member | Parents | Educators | Students | Job Seekers | Employers |Partners & Member Companies Join the Advanced Manufacturing Consortium The members of AMC serve as industry champions. They are committed to the success of their manufacturing partners, and can often be found rallying buy-in...

05/18/2026

Manufacturing Member Spotlight: Thank you to Custom Agri Systems for being an AMC member and helping to shape the future workforce in northwest Ohio!

05/14/2026

Congratulations to these Pettisville Schools juniors and seniors who recently completed Wildfire Leadership training! These students are part of our pre-apprenticeship program, which is designed to help students gain skills & prepare for manufacturing careers while they are still in high school.

Special thanks to Custom Training Solutions for facilitating this training and to Northwest State Community College for serving as our host site.