SW Iowa Manufacturing Sector Board Minutes

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1 2700 College Road Council Bluffs, IA w SW Iowa Manufacturing Sector Board Minutes Meeting Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 Meeting Time: 3:00-4:45 pm Meeting Location: IWCC, Looft Hall, Room 022, Council Bluffs, IA Dial-In Information: IT difficulty prevented dial-in option from being available Attendees: Industry Members Bob Richmond Menards Midwest Manufacturing, General Manager (DC) brichmon@menard-inc.com Jay Gerdts Lisle Corporation, Tooling Engineering Manager jayg@lislecorp.com Jesse DePriest Airlite Plastics, Director jdepriest@airliteplastics.com Patrick Steenbock Warren Distribution cpaniagua@wd-wpp.com Ronald DeBord Owen Industries, Paxton & Vierling Steel rdebord@owenind.com Education Members Denise Norman IWCC, Continuing Education Coordinator dnorman@iwcc.edu Jason Plourde Green Hills Area Education Agency (AEA) jplourde@ghaea.org Lisa Walker IWCC, Economic Development Coordinator lwalker@iwcc.edu Mark Stanley IWCC, VP Economic & Workforce Development mstanley@iwcc.edu Natalie Harris IWCC, Intermediary Network Coordinator nharris@iwcc.edu Shalimar Mazetis IWCC, Corporate Training Coordinator smazetis@iwcc.edu Starlyn Isaacson IWCC, Director Economic Development sisaacson@iwcc.edu Non-Industry Resources Julie Sigmon Omaha STEM Ecosystem julie.sigmon@omahazoo.com Mary Lefeber IWCC, Workforce Development mary.lefeber@iwd.iowa.gov Michael Hero University of Iowa michael-hero@uiowa.edu Paul Dunnwald CIRAS Iowa State University, SW Iowa Account Manager dunnwald@iastate.edu Randall McQueeney IowaWORKS, Operations Manager randall.mcqueeney@iwd.iowa.gov Stacy Perkins IowaWORKS stacy.perkins@iwd.iowa.gov WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS by Starlyn Isaacson, IWCC Dial-in and Skype features were not available at this meeting due to IT malfunction. REVIEW MANUFACTURING SECTOR BOARD CHAPTER; LAWS by Starlyn Isaacson, IWCC Copies of the Southwest Iowa Manufacturing Sector Board Charter were provided to each of the sector board members via prior to the meeting. Hard copies were provided to

2 everyone in attendance. Proposed changes were made. Members have until the next Sector Board Meeting to provide Starlyn with any additional changes they would like to see be made. The proposed changes will be voted on at the next MFG Sector Board Meeting. Appendix A Election of Board Chair by Starlyn Isaacson, IWCC Ron DeBord volunteered to step up to be the next Board Chair. Motion was made by Jay Gerdts, second by Jesse DePriest, unanimous vote by all members in attendance. Motion passed. Ron DeBord, Owen Industries, is the new board chair. Future Ready Iowa by Beth Townsend, Director, Iowa Workforce Development Director Beth Townsend of the Iowa Workforce Development presented on Future Ready Iowa, the governor s latest statewide initiative to address the growing need for skilled workers. By % of the workforce will need some sort of post-secondary education or training. To view, share, or download Director Townsend s presentation: Appendix B Updates from Iowa Western by Dr. Kinney, President, IWCC CEAM program up and running. Began its second year, second group of students. Fully operational in its new facility. Dr. Kinney wants to see how we can do something like this in Council Bluffs now as well. Design Tech program in Atlantic is at full capacity (the first time for this program) with 20 students. State budget continues to be dismal so we are encourage to speak to our elected officials about the valuable benefits community colleges provide. Information Sharing/Industry Trends Green Hills Area Education Agency Jason Plourde Budget cuts continue to cause difficulties for K-12 schools. Concurrent enrollment is continuing to grow in popularity, success. Airlite Plastics Jesse DePriest Ongoing retention challenge they are addressing two-fold: a. Hiring changes

3 Talent pipelines NCRC IWCC resources & services b. Changing culture Including a multilingual facility now Jesse is part of a monthly LEAN consortium network he invited others to join. IWCC, Continuing Education Denise Norman Working on a Dual Enrollment program HiSET (diploma) & Welding program (Certificate) New weld lab is done with 6 new welders which will increase our ability to train more new welders/retrain welders Owen Industries Ron Debord New metals division is increasing substantially, going to help them with hiring more positions. Welding Apprenticeship program, a registered apprenticeship through the DOL. Four students in there currently, 4 are certified and working on nuclear structures for containment. Starting a second apprenticeship program this fall. Shared interesting story about working with employees. One apprentice was having a challenge getting certified. Ron brought him to talk to him about if there was anything they/owen could do. He expressed he may do better welding left-handed. Not long after he got certified. Story about taking the time to communicate with your team members for greater success. CIRAS Paul Dunnwald MFGDay events coming up in October. He encourages everyone to participate, either by having one of their own or attending someone else s event. On schedule to have all an event impact all 99 counties in the state. Upcoming SWOT analysis event in Atlantic in partnership with IWCC. Everyone invited to attend. To register: Appendix C Lisle Corp Jay Gerdts CEAM program is a success, starting year 2, second group has started off well. Warren Distribution Cassie Paniagua Pat Steenbock has accepted a new position within Warren Distribution at their headquarters so Cassie will be attending in his place. To address their workforce needs, and turnover, they have updated their wages, benefits, etc. This is recent so they cannot report whether it has had a positive impact yet or not.

4 A way they fill some of their shifts is interesting. They do three twelves then three fours. The employee will work three 12-hour shifts one week, then be off for four days. The next week that employee will work four 12-hour shifts then be off for three days. It has been successful in some of their areas and they have begun launching it in other areas. They ve also started talking and addressing succession planning. Omaha STEM Ecosystem Julie Sigmon The Omaha STEM Ecosystem believes that building a vibrant STEM skilled workforce will help drive solutions for tomorrow s challenges and requires collaboration and brainpower of many different stakeholders. Education + Science Centers and Museums + Business + Families + Non-Profits + Gov t omahastem.com IowaWORKS Randal McQueeney Business meetings continue to increase, working on spreading the word on hiring vets, hiring ex-felons, etc. Menards/Midwest Distribution Bob Richmond Hiring In 2011 they went to 10 hours shifts and saw an increase in their turnover rate. Last 3 years their turnover rate and decreased since going back to 8 hour shifts, offering some flexibility, changes some other personnel things to assist with this. Currently have bus routes from Atlantic and Council Bluffs. Looking at getting a bus route from IWCC to offer part-time employment to students. Promoted Spanish-speaking only employees, which is helping their communication accuracy. IWCC Economic Development Starlyn Isaacson 260E if you are adding new positions, 260E funds could be available to use to train your new employees. Contact IWCC asap to start the process. 260F we have funds available for customized training needs and skilled trainers available for training. WTED additional funding source to help offset the cost of IWCC-provided training to be able to assist even more companies with their training needs. Apprenticeship Apprenticeships continue to grow. We work with Iowa Workforce Development and the Department of Labor to put together standards for our companies. Once the standards are in place we can provide the RTI for their apprenticeship program. We re seeing many companies utilize this feature to help address their skilled workforce shortage. IWCC Economic Development Lisa Walker CAREEROCKIT Create opportunities for students to choose from and gain experience. Open to Businesses, Students, Teachers, & Parents

5 IWCC Intermediary Network Natalie Harris Natalie reminded members of the Intermediary Network s role in helping connect high school students and educators in Southwest Iowa to work-based learning opportunities. The intermediary is gearing up for Fall High School Job Shadows that will take place between mid-october through early December. Job shadows are typically 1-4 hours. Several MFG Sector board members have hosted students in the past and they are always looking for more hosts. The Intermediary Network is also assisting IWCC and CIRAS with sharing Manufacturing Day events with area high schools. If you are interested in hosting a high school job shadow or sharing your MFG Day event, contact Natalie Harris nharris@iwcc.edu IWCC Economic & Workforce Development Shalimar Mazetis Looking for a CNC programming, Motor Controls, and Advanced Motor Controls instructor. IWCC Workforce Development/IowaWORKS Mary Lefeber IowaWORKS will be hosting a 2017 Fall Job Fair in Shenandoah on October 19. Contact Nicole Gatlin to register or for more information. Appendix D Adjournment Starlyn Isaacson, IWCC Meeting adjourned at 4:40 pm.

6 Appendix A Southwest Iowa Advanced Manufacturing Sector Board Charter Purpose: The Southwest Iowa Advanced Manufacturing Sector Board is created to identify current and projected workforce issues and develop strategies to address them. The Board provides an active forum for manufacturing workforce-related topics/needs in order to keep our economic region competitive and growing. Business leaders engage in a structured discussion on the workforce challenges facing Southwest Iowa s manufacturing industry. The board is charged with providing input on: Labor Forecasting - Jobs/Skills/Educational Needs Career Pathway Mapping Labor Force Supply/Demand Best Practices-Education/Training and Employment Mission: To develop and sustain a comprehensive regional Advanced Manufacturing workforce system that is targeted to high demand, competitive wage jobs that meet the needs of employers, workers and the available workforce. Goals: To meet the stated mission the Advanced Manufacturing Sector Board members will assist with: Short Term (revised 5/12/15): 1. Align the Advanced Manufacturing career pathway map with existing certificate, diploma and degree programs. 2. Increase partnerships between industry, education, community based organizations and workforce development entities. 3. Increase communication to all partners regarding current activity involving the industry, education and best practices. 4. Review current programs, identify gaps, seamless approaches, and determine if workforce needs are met through these programs. Evaluate industry sector endorsements or suggest improvements. 5. Develop and map the career pathway for the Advanced Manufacturing industry sector. 6. Increase the number of manufacturing apprenticeship opportunities in the region. Long Term: 7. Establish curriculum standards for soft skills necessary to be successful in the workplace. Determine how to integrate these into secondary, community college and 4-year programs.

7 8. Develop or locate tools to better match people to careers - Is this job the right fit? Provide interests/skills assessments before entry into education and the industry. 9. Collect data on and review current high school/community college curriculum. 10. Develop a unified marketing and outreach program to improve the perception of manufacturing careers and accurately portray the industry. 11. Work with the Department of Education and education leaders to develop uniform state standards in education realizing each community is unique in their needs. 12. Develop a plan to transition dislocated workers identifying transferable skills from other industries if necessary. 13. Increase exposure to manufacturing through internships, job shadowing, visits to companies and part-time employment after school and summers. 14. Encourage more teachers to consider CTE opportunities. Membership and Governance: 1. Membership a. The Board shall be composed of a majority of private sector business representatives. Other members will be recommended and selected by the Board. b. Private sector businesses may send representatives on the business behalf. Businesses shall serve a membership term of two years. After the first year businesses shall decide and a method to stagger terms. c. Businesses shall have the option to serve multiple terms. 2. Leadership 3. Meetings a. The Board shall select a private sector Chair to manage the Board and lead meetings. b. The Board shall appoint a Secretary to prepare minutes and keep records. The meeting schedule will be determined by the Board, with meetings held a minimum of four times per year. The Board will select the times and locations of the meetings. Action taken by the Board will require a majority vote of the members present. Meetings may be held in-person or electronically, as decided by the Chair. The Chair (or his or her designee) will provide notice of the meetings and an agenda no less than 4 days prior to the date of the meeting. Review and Changes to the Charter: The Board will review and amend the Charter annually, or as needed. Approved by the Southwest Iowa Manufacturing Sector Board on.

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10 Vision: A Future Ready Iowa that prepares individuals for dynamic careers and lifelong learning, meets employer needs, grows family incomes and strengthens communities. Future Ready Iowa helps more Iowans attain the new minimum of high-quality education and training beyond high school by aligning education, workforce, and economic development resources.

11 Goal 70% of Iowa s workforce will have post-secondary education, training or a credential of value by 2025

12 GrowthGrowth Reaching this goal is critical to the economic viability of Iowa Obtaining this goal is critical to a strong economic future for Iowa

13 38,228 Students 33,294 graduated from high school Academic Year (started as HS freshman ) 4,934 did not graduate from high school post-secondary degree through FY 2013 of those that did receive: 75.5 % were employed * with an annual median wage of: $33, % were employed* with an annual median wage of: $14,656 *Includes State Unemployment Insurance covered employment Source: Iowa Department of Education MIS, Iowa Workforce Development Unemployment Insurance Wage Records

14 3.2 % 3.6 % 2015 Average Unemployment Rate 61,721 Unemployed Persons in 2015 Current Iowa Unemployment Rate July % 2016 Average Unemployment Rate 66,889 Unemployed Persons in 2016 Source: Local Area Unemployment Statistics, BLS

15 Iowa s Labor Force Participation 6.9 % Greater than the National Average Iowa ranks 2 nd in the nation behind North Dakota (71.6%) Source: BLS, December 2016 (seasonally adjusted)

16 Barriers to Employment

17 Obstacles to Entering the Workforce 25.6 % desire additional training/education to re-enter the workforce % state their disability/health reasons prevent them from pursuing this needed education/training. Unemployed Disabled Iowans 25.5 % of the unemployed state their disability is the reason for their unemployment. Source: 2016 Statewide Laborshed

18 Disabled Iowans 180,139 of Iowans ( age 25-64) have a disability % of those individuals are in the labor force % of all disabled individuals in Iowa s workforce are employed (92,596 employed). ( Ranking Iowa 8 th in the Nation) ( Ranking Iowa 6 th in the nation) Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2015 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates

19 2 nd Largest work-ready pool of employees behind Iowans with disabilities. 92 % of those currently incarcerated will be released. Offender Re-Entry According to the Department of Corrections, the most important factor in reducing recidivism is employment.

20 Unemployment Rates by Race Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

21 Remediation Challenges Percent of 2016 ACT-Tested Iowa High School Graduates Who Met ACT College Readiness Benchmarks Source: The ACT. (2016). ACT Profile Report Graduating Class of 2016

22 Remediation Challenges Percent of Iowa Students Meeting Three or More ACT Benchmarks by Race/Ethnicity

23 What are Middle-Skills Jobs? Jobs that require: more than a highschool diploma but less than a bachelor s degree Jobs that pay: family-sustaining wages and provide pathways to advancement Jobs that are diverse: electricians, police officers, radiologic technicians, paralegals, cable installers, computer support specialists, welders, occupational and physical therapist assistants, truck drivers, carpenters, plumbers and many others

24 Middle-Skill Jobs Have a mean annual average wage between $30,000 and $60,000 Over 1 / 2 of Iowa Jobs are Middle-Skill 46 % of Replacement Jobs are Middle-Skill Middle-Skill Jobs in Iowa, 2015 Iowa Workforce Development

25 IOWA S JOBS BY SKILL LEVEL Iowa s Jobs by Skill Level, 2016 Low-Skill 13 % 53 % High-Skill 34 % Middle- Skill 53 % are Middle-Skill Jobs Source: 2016 Occupational Employment Statistics, Labor Market Information Division, Iowa Workforce Development

26 Iowa is Experiencing a Middle-Skills Job Gap Iowa s Jobs and Workers by Skill Level, 2015/2016 High-Skill Jobs High-Skill Workers 34 % 31 % Middle-Skill Jobs 53 % Middle-Skill Workers 36 % Low-Skill Jobs 13 % Low-Skill Workers 33 % Sources: 2016 Occupational Employment Statistics, Labor Market Information Division, Iowa Workforce Development American Community Survey 1-Year Estimate, U.S. Census Bureau.

27 HR Professionals are Experiencing the Gap 69 % of HR executives say: their inability to attract and retain middle-skills talent frequently affects their firm s performance 1 32 %of surveyed employers say: they do not think job applicants fulfill all necessary requirements for the job 2 1 From Bridge the Gap: Rebuilding America s Middle Skills, a study by Harvard Business School in partnership with Accenture and Burning Glass Technologies 2 Workforce Needs Assessment, Iowa Analysis 2015, Iowa Workforce Development

28 High Demand Skill-Sets Needed Active Listening Critical Thinking Speaking Skills

29 Future Ready Iowa Alliance Task: Create a strategic plan by October 31, 2017, to reach ambitious goal of 70% of Iowa s workforce having education or training beyond high school by 2025

30 Starting Point 58.1 % of Iowans years old have a postsecondary credential Source: Iowa Workforce Development, LaborshedStudies Program,

31 Population age 25 years or older: 3.8 % Trade Certificates 2.6 % Vocational Training 16.3 % Associate Degree 23.5 % Undergraduate Degree 11.9 % Post-Graduate Degree Education Level 58.1 % Total Iowans with education or training beyond High School U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 1-Year Estimate

32 Future Ready Iowa Alliance Partners Comprehensive recommendationsfor achieving the Future Ready Iowa goal are due to the Governor in October 2017 IWD is the lead agency for getting the work of the Alliance completed. Alliance Co-chairs: Lt. GovReynolds and Dan Houston, Principal Financial Group CEO Partners include: Iowa Department of Education Iowa Economic Development Authority Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Iowa College Student Aid Business and industry, economic developers, educators, nonprofits, and legislators

33 Future Ready Iowa Alliance Five Working Groups Get Iowans Ready chaired by Director Ryan Wise, Iowa Department of Education Get Iowans Credentialed chaired by Des Moines Area Community College President Rob Denson Upskilling Iowans chaired by Hawkeye Community College President Dr. Linda Allen Demand Driven (Get Iowans Hired) chaired by Renewable Energy Group President and CEO Daniel Oh Communications and Outreach chaired by Northeast Iowa Community College President Dr. Liang Wee

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35 Future Ready Iowa Toolkit Promotional Toolkit allows organizations to promote Future Ready Iowawith Flyers Logos Style guide Materials are available to download, print or share!

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37 Future Ready Iowa at the Fair

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39 Minority Unemployment & Outreach Standing Committee Standing Committee of the State Workforce Board Goal: Reduce unemployment rate in minority communities by five percent in five years Develop strategic plan to address minority unemployment that aligns with and supports Future Ready Iowa Alliance recommendations Pilot Counties Black Hawk Dubuque Polk Pottawattamie Chaired by Andy Roberts

40 Apprenticeships Iowa Statistics as of April ,394 1,852 Active Registered Apprenticeship Programs Number of New Registered Apprenticeship Programs Occupations added to new and existing Registered Apprenticeship programs Total Number of Apprentices who Completed Registered Apprenticeship Programs Total Number of Active Apprentices Number of New Registered Apprentices added since October 1, 2016

41 Registered Apprenticeships Iowa recently received a $1.8 mil grant to expand Registered Apprenticeship Opportunities Aligns with Future Ready Iowa Initiative Goal: To double the number of registered apprentices in Iowa over the next five years New opportunities in diverse industries: o Health care o Advanced manufacturing o Information technology Focus on diverse populations: o Women o Minorities o Underrepresented Iowans

42 Thank You Follow IWD s Director on #FutureReadyIA

43 Appendix C

44 Hyperlink to register:

45 Appendix D