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‘AI won’t take your job’ and other things CEOs say before the layoffs
Gartner reports 80% of billion-dollar companies using AI cut headcount, but layoffs did not improve financial returns, highlighting workforce challenges.
Robotics WorX Program aims to bring real-world solutions to manufacturing
Robotics are helping manufacturers keep up with demand in a climate of workforce shortages.
Harrisburg electrical company expanding into NW Pa.
Harrisburg-based Schaedler Yesco Distribution, Inc. has entered into agreement to acquire Clarion Electric Supply.
Automating warehouses not a threat to labor force
The use of automation in warehouses won’t impact the workforce, at least for now.
York company completes headquarters expansion
Weldon Solutions has completed the expansion of its York County headquarters in West Manchester Township.
Stevens Tech partners with Manufacturers’ Association for workforce development training
A new workforce and training partnership has been announced by Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology and Manufacturer’s Association.
York manufacturer announces headquarter expansion
CNC cylindrical grinder and robotic automation system manufacturer Weldon Solutions plans to expand its West Manchester Township, York County-based headquarters by 21,000 square feet.
FedEx opens automated station in Cumberland County, looks to expand staff for holiday season
FedEx Ground opened a 981,000-square-foot automated station in Penn Township, Cumberland County, with 190 employees and plans to hire an additional 125 for the holiday season.
Lessons learned from the coronavirus could prompt lasting change for the future of manufacturing
“The pandemic has caused manufacturers to think about different aspects of their businesses as they have tried to accommodate many personnel issues, supply chain disruptions and uncertainty in general,”
Manufacturing’s changes and challenges
Manufacturing employers across Pennsylvania continue to struggle to fill manufacturing jobs – they create them faster than workers step up to fill them. Employers are promoting jobs through advocacy programs and manufacturing non-profit groups, working with public school district officials and guidance offices, career and technical school partnerships as well as old-fashioned word of mouth and o[...]
PennAir appoints new CEO
PennAir CEO Cheryl Rhein is stepping down after nine years of leadership and passing the baton to her son-in-law, Seth Bray, who has been the company’s COO for the last four years.
Medical scribe company increases services after merger
A Harrisburg-based medical scribe service is increasing its offerings to health care providers after completing a merger with a private equity investment company.
