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What to do if immigration agents come to your jobsite
The incoming Trump administration has promised to step up workplace raids. Here’s how companies can prepare.
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 4, 2024 -
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Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger steps down
Gelsinger served as chief executive for nearly four years, leading the chipmaker as it struggled to turn around its manufacturing business.
By Sara Samora • Dec. 2, 2024 -
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e-Storage subsidiary to build $712M plant in Kentucky
Shelbyville Battery Manufacturing is establishing a cell, module and packaging facility and is set to begin production in 2025.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 27, 2024 -
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Johns Hopkins surgeon Makary is Trump’s pick to lead FDA
A prolific medical research and author, Martin Makary criticized the FDA and CDC for their decision-making during the pandemic, although he describes himself as pro-vaccine.
By Jonathan Gardner , Ned Pagliarulo • Nov. 26, 2024 -
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Trailer maker Faymonville Group to build Arkansas facility
The company is investing more than $100 million to establish its first U.S. trailer manufacturing plant in Little Rock.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 22, 2024 -
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Thermo Fisher eliminating 160 jobs, closing Massachusetts facility
A factory in Lexington will close and employees at Cambridge and Plainville plants will be laid off starting in January.
By Nick Paul Taylor • Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Stellantis to lay off 400 workers at Detroit material logistics facility
The latest job cuts follow the automaker's earlier layoff announcement of 1,100 UAW-represented employees at the automaker’s Toledo South Assembly Plant in Ohio.
By Eric Walz • Nov. 20, 2024 -
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Boeing to lay off more than 3,500 across 7 states
The bulk of the job cuts are in Washington and are part of the company's plan to trim its workforce by 10% after a bruising strike.
By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 21, 2024 -
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Sumitomo Rubber to lay off 1,380 workers, close New York tire plant
The Japan-based company ceased production at the Tonawanda plant on Nov. 7 and plans to import tires from other global facilities.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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White House invests $285M in first CHIPS Manufacturing USA Institute
The Durham, North Carolina, facility will focus on using digital twins to advance semiconductor production.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 19, 2024 -
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Microporous to build $1.4B Virginia battery separator plant
The company is set to receive up to $100 million in federal funds for the Danville facility.
By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 19, 2024 -
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$35K overtime salary threshold back in effect
A federal judge ruled that the Department of Labor’s 2024 rule exceeded the agency’s authority and is unlawful.
By Ginger Christ • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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Pallidus ditches South Carolina manufacturing plant plans
The chip component maker formerly announced it planned to invest $443 million to build a facility in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 14, 2024 -
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Wolfspeed laying off 20% of workforce
The struggling chipmaker will close multiple facilities and reduce headcount in an effort to save approximately $200 million.
By Joelle Anselmo • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Manufacturing Institute expands military veterans program
Walmart is funding the program to grow its reach across veterans nationwide to translate their skills into job roles.
By Sara Samora • Updated Nov. 12, 2024 -
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Manufacturing injury, illness worker rate sank 10% in 2023: BLS
Respiratory illnesses among industry workers dropped a massive 84%, according to the agency.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 8, 2024 -
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Easing worker anxiety over AI adoption
As AI transforms the factory floor, companies are addressing worker job security concerns through initiatives such as phased adoption and comprehensive training.
By Sakshi Udavant • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency
Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a regulatory activity slowdown, experts at Littler predicted.
By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 7, 2024 -
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PepsiCo to shutter Chicago bottling plant, lay off more than 100 workers
The union representing the employees sharply criticized the closure, noting that the beverage giant failed to provide the required 60-day notice.
By Christopher Doering • Nov. 6, 2024 -
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Boeing strike ends as union approves new contract
The strike lasted nearly two months, costing Boeing and its suppliers $9.7 billion.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 5, 2024 -
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Boeing, IAM reach revised tentative deal
If the labor union’s 33,000 members vote to accept the aircraft maker’s offer, they’ll return to work on Nov. 6.
By Sara Samora • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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Production down ahead of presidential election: PMI
Demand rose slightly during the month as manufacturers hope for a rebound next year.
By Kate Magill • Nov. 1, 2024 -
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Boeing’s chaos and other haunting manufacturing stories from 2024
From SK Battery’s repeated safety violations to Boeing’s door plug incident, here are some of the top manufacturing horror tales in 2024 thus far.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Small factories, big fines: Tackling OSHA compliance
Small firms face higher average compliance costs, but understanding key safety standards and how to foster a strong safety culture can avoid employee injuries and hefty citations.
By Joelle Anselmo • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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PPG to lay off 1,800 workers in cost-cutting plan
The paint and coatings company will also shutter an undisclosed number of plants as part of the strategy.
By Sara Samora • Oct. 24, 2024
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