Employee Engagement
Building workplace cultures that attract, retain and grow top talent in manufacturing.
Strengthening the Workforce
The Manufacturing Institute’s Employee Engagement initiative is a strategic effort to help manufacturers create workplaces where people want to join, stay and grow.
In today’s labor market, a strong talent pipeline isn’t enough. Culture is the differentiator. High turnover, shifting employee expectations and a widening skills gap are forcing manufacturers to reimagine what makes them an employer of choice. This initiative delivers practical tools and proven programs that help companies build supportive, engaging environments where talent thrives.
One of the most impactful ways we do this is through our nationally recognized STEP Ahead programs that celebrate role models, connect peers and provide leadership and mentorship opportunities that strengthen culture from within.
STEP Ahead
STEP Ahead strengthens the modern manufacturing workforce by supporting the workers leading the industry at every level – from the shop floor to the C-suite. By ensuring manufacturers have the resources, recognition and leadership development opportunities to help their leaders thrive, STEP Ahead helps the manufacturers attract and retain the key talent they need to succeed. Through leadership development, mentorship and community building, STEP Ahead helps individuals build successful careers in manufacturing while strengthening the industry’s future.
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