News from Manufacturing Skill Standards Council MSSC:
Texas State Agency Reinforces Value of MSSC Standards
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — At its June meeting, the Texas Workforce Investment Council (TWIC) unanimously recognized the 2015 Edition of MSSC's Manufacturing Production and Logistics Standards. These standards are the substantive foundation for MSSC's Certified Production Technician (CPT) and Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) training and certification programs. According to Leo Reddy, MSSC CEO, "This new approval by the prestigious […]
Widespread Use of MSSC Industry Certifications in Southern Region Discussed at Atlanta Executive Briefing
ATLANTA, June 16, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — On June 16, an Executive Briefing, entitled, "Use of Industry Certifications to Begin Career Pathways in Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics in the Southern States," attracted a sold-out audience of some 250 senior representatives of industry and education leaders from the 16-state Southern Region. Co-hosted by the nationwide, industry-led Manufacturing […]
Business and Industry Leads in Espousing Career Development as Central Focus of American Education
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosted a meeting at its Hall of Flags chamber on February 22, "Reviving the American Dream by Using Career Development to Prepare All Young Adults for Career Success." This sold-out meeting in the 250-seat Hall of Flags assembled a host of major business organizations, […]
Canadian – U.S. Harmonization of Skill Standards and Certifications
WINDSOR, Ontario, Sept. 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — At the annual conference of the North American Strategy for Competitiveness (NASCO) today, the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) and the U.S. Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to announce the harmonization of their respective standards and certifications for front-line manufacturing production workers. CME […]
Ivy Tech President Recognized by National Certification Organization
INDIANAPOLIS, June 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council initiated a new award—MSSC Authorized Center (MAC)—to schools around the country that are leaders in assessing individuals for MSSC industry-recognized nationally portable certifications. MSSC Chair and CEO, Leo Reddy gave the first of these awards on June 17 to Thomas J. Snyder, President of Ivy […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Issues 2015 Edition of National Standards
The Nation's Gold Standard for Defining Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics Skills INDIANAPOLIS, June 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — MSSC released today its national skill standards for front-line work in advanced manufacturing and logistics. According to MSSC CEO Leo Reddy, "This new edition continues MSSC's national leadership role for the past fourteen years in defining and updating these […]
ACT and Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Announce Collaboration Designed to Expand Use of Stackable Credentials
ALEXANDRIA, Va. and IOWA CITY, Iowa, March 24, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) and ACT today announced a formal collaboration to accelerate the use of stackable credentials from the two organizations: the ACT National Career Readiness Certificate™ (ACT NCRC®) and MSSC's Certified Production Technician (CPT) and Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) credentials. Photo […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Contributes to Workforce Skills Certification Goals
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 3, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — In June 2011, President Obama endorsed The Manufacturing Institute's 5-year goal of 500,000 industry certifications issued within its Skills Certification System. Yesterday, the Institute announced that its partners had already issued some 419,528 certifications–putting the System on track to beat the original 5-year goal by well over a year! […]
"Zero-Cost" Steps for Manufacturers to Leverage Industry Skill Certifications
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — On the occasion of Manufacturing Day, the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) has made available an article written by Leo Reddy, CEO of MSSC. The article was published in the October issue of Manufacturing Leadership Journal entitled, "Closing the Skills Gap: Industry certifications can go a long way […]
MSSC Wins Prestigious Award: Best U.S. National Manufacturing Workforce Program
DETROIT, June 12, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Under its "Talented Workforce Initiative," the Great Lakes Manufacturing Council announced today that the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) was selected as the "Best U.S. National Program" for workforce development. The Council created this Initiative to identify the "most imaginative and effective solutions for building the region's pool of manufacturing […]
MSSC Wins Coveted Manufacturing Leadership Award
PALM BEACH, Fla., June 5, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Annual Manufacturing Leadership Summit bestowed one of its prestigious "Manufacturing Leadership Awards" today on the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC). "I am delighted to see MSSC recognized by the industry for its singular achievement in workforce skills development," states Michael Packer, Vice President, Advanced Manufacturing Programs, Lockheed Martin. […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Nominated for Talented Workforce Initiative
ALEXANDRIA, Va., April 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) is one of the four national programs nominated for the Great Lakes Manufacturing Council's Talented Workforce Initiative. The Talented Workforce Initiative was created to identify the most imaginative and effective solutions for building the region's pool of manufacturing talent. "We are honored to […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Wins 2014 Manufacturing Leadership Council Award
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 18, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — As a recipient of the 2014 Manufacturing Leadership Council Award, the MSSC has been distinguished for its work of increasing the number of skilled individuals entering the manufacturing workforce. The Frost & Sullivan's Manufacturing Leadership Council 2014 Manufacturing Leadership Awards (ML Awards) honor companies, organizations and individuals that are […]
Sylvia Wetzel Joins Board of Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC)
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 11, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The MSSC today announced that Sylvia Salazar Wetzel has joined its Board of Directors. Sylvia is Chief Learning Officer for Bison Gear and Engineering Corp., a manufacturer of electric motors, gear motors and reducers located in St. Charles, Illinois. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140311/PH80588LOGO "Ms. Wetzel's extensive accomplishments and experience with workforce […]
Providing a Common Language for Industrial Workforce Education: MSSC Releases 2014 Edition of Industry Skill Standards
ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — The national Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) is pleased to announce the release of its 2014 National Work Standards for Production and Logistics. The industry-led, non-profit MSSC is the national authority on defining industry-wide core technical competencies needed by frontline workers in advanced manufacturing and logistics. Photo – http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20140306/PH78564LOGO "We […]
Cincinnati Veteran to Earn Manufacturing Skill Standards Council 50,000th Credential
CINCINNATI, Dec. 10, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council, a leader in manufacturing and logistics credentialing, will present its 50,000th credential to Daniel Kessler of the Get Skills to Work program at 10:30 today at the SuperJobs Center in Cincinnati. Kessler, 27, of Cincinnati, received an honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy in […]
NASCO Board Supports Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Skill Certifications for Both Manufacturing and Logistics (M&L)
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — At its annual meeting, the Board of NASCO—the Strategy for North American Competitiveness–decided to strengthen its platform for workforce skills development. NASCO's decision goes beyond its previous support for the logistics certification (Certified Logistics Technician – CLT) to add its support for MSSC's manufacturing certification (Certified Production […]
71% Success Rate in Ohio for Veterans with MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) Certification
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council's (MSSC) industry-recognized, nationally portable certifications are creating real opportunities for veterans to get the skills they need to access in-demand advanced manufacturing jobs. MSSC is a participant in The Get Skills to Work Coalition launched in late 2012 under the leadership of GE, Alcoa, […]
MSSC Partners with HCC to Meet Workforce Needs of Houston Employers
ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — The combination of high unemployment among recent high school and college graduates, retiring baby boomers and the ever-increasing use of advanced technology in both manufacturing and logistics means that communities who wish to attract and retain companies must have a skilled workforce. Today, Mr. Leo Reddy, CEO of the […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Modules Recommended for Three Semester Hours of College Credit
National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS) Recommends College Credit for Certified Production Technician (CPT) and Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) Modules ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS) has recommended that postsecondary educational institutions award college credit to individuals who complete the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) modules and […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Modules Recommended for Eighteen Semester Hours of College Credit
National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS) Recommends College Credit for Certified Production Technician (CPT) and Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) Modules ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — The National College Credit Recommendation Service (NCCRS) has recommended that postsecondary educational institutions award college credit to individuals who complete the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) modules and pass […]
Servicemen and Women to Earn Industry-Recognized Logistics Credentials
ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 3, 2012 — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) is pleased to announce that with the support of its partners, 200 service members will have an opportunity to gain MSSC industry-recognized, nationally portable credentials for high-demand logistics jobs. Listed below are the MSSC authorized assessment centers that have made their sites available […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Contributes to Workforce Skills Certification Goals
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 7, 2012 — Last June 8, President Obama announced key steps to getting unemployed Americans back to work and maintaining the competitiveness of the US manufacturing economy. With 600,000 manufacturing jobs going unfilled, President Obama called on The Manufacturing Institute (the Institute) of the National Association of Manufacturers and its partners, including […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Launches New Military Credentialing Initiative to Fill Manufacturing Workforce Needs
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 1, 2012 — Today, the President announced the We Can't Wait initiative, which will provide opportunities for up to 126,000 service members and spouses the ability to gain industry-recognized, nationally portable certifications for high-demand manufacturing jobs. "We are in the final stages of starting the Army pilot," said Leo Reddy, CEO, MSSC. […]
Manufacturing Institute Endorses MSSC National Logistics Certification
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 27, 2011 — Monday, The Manufacturing Institute, the affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers, announced new partners in the development of the Transportation, Distribution and Logistics career pathway in manufacturing. The pathway begins with the foundational Certified Logistics Technician (CLT) certification by the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC). In addition to […]
The Manufacturing Skills Standards Council Launches New 'Green Production Module (GPM)'
DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 18, 2011 — The Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) today launched a new credentialing module dedicated to help train and assess the nation's front-line manufacturing workforce against industry-defined national standards related to "green production." Under GPM, workers and students will be able to secure an industry-recognized, nationally portable MSSC "Green Production" Certificate. […]
MSSC Joins Effort to Reach President Obama's Goal of Credentialing 500,000 Manufacturing Workers
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 15, 2011 — President Obama last week announced an initiative to credential 500,000 manufacturing workers with industry-recognized certifications through an expansion of Skills for America's Future. He stated that this would be implemented through a close partnership between industry, education and the National Association of Manufacturers. As one of the Founding Members […]
Virginia Veterans Agency Recognizes MSSC Certification
ALEXANDRIA, Va., June 1, 2011 — The Virginia Department of Veterans Services' (VA DVS) recent endorsement of the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) certifications greatly assists vets trying to reenter the workforce. This decision by the Virginia agency is applicable to vets in all 50 states. It allows retired military personnel to be reimbursed for […]
Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Joins New Supply Chain and Logistics Certification Network
ALEXANDRIA, Va., May 11, 2011 — The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council is pleased to announce that it has joined the new Supply Chain and Logistics Certification Network as a Charter Member. This Network is a group of well-established U.S.-based, non-profit associations that provide industry-recognized, nationally portable certifications for the professional and frontline workforce and organizations […]
Federal Training Grant Kicks Off This Month to Certify Skills of Logistics Workforce in Southern California
ALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 24, 2011 — Southern California has started a three-year, $4.3 million U.S. Department of Labor training grant to upgrade and certify workforce skills in the nation's largest logistics hub. A group of community colleges began to deliver various courses this January to prepare both entry-level and incumbent workers in the advanced skills […]
MSSC Certification – A Win-Win for Manufacturing Employers, Employees
COLUMBUS, Ind., March 5, 2010 — Several leading Southeast Indiana advanced manufacturing and distribution/logistics companies endorse the nationally recognized workforce credentials from the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC – http://www.msscusa.org) for those workers that will be hired as the economy recovers. These innovative companies recognize they will require a pipeline of highly skilled workers in […]
Illinois Manufacturers' Association Champions MSSC Skills Certification System for Production Workers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 28, 2009 — Manufacturing remains a vital part of the Illinois economy and the need for highly skilled workers continues. Experts say some 30,000 new manufacturing workers will be needed each year for the next 10 years to replace the retiring baby-boomer generation. "Despite the current recession, we are facing a 'pipeline' crisis," […]
New Certification System for Front-line Logistics Workers
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2009 — On January 14, 2009, at the ProMat 2009 International Logistics Show in Chicago, the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) publicly announces the availability of a new, industry-led training and credentialing system for front-line workers in supply chain logistics. Individuals will be assessed for two credentials: the foundational-level Certified Logistics Associate […]
