NJMEP

Virtual - How to Secure Tax Credits & Incentives; R&D
2023-02-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-03-08 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Webinar for NJMEP clients to learn about How to Secure Tax Credits and Incentives such as R&D Tax credits, EPAct 179D and Cost Segregation. There are countless challenges, and one big issue is having a lack of cash on hand. We will be discussing strategies to help New Jersey manufacturers secure more capital in a time where nearly everyone is struggling to keep their doors open and see R&D Tax Credits as a valuable option. Manufacturers are surprised to find out how many of their day-to-day activities can be considered R&D. We will discuss the EPAct 179D Tax Deductions for energy efficiency projects. Also covered during this webinar will be Cost Segregation for new construction and renovations.
Sign up for our webinar and find out what kind of capital you might expect to secure or learn how simple securing your Tax Credits can be with the right team behind you.

Cyber Security Awareness – Protect Your Business
2023-02-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-03-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Cyber Security Awareness – Protect Your Business
Cyber Security is a daunting task. More and more money and time is being spent every year on protecting American business but every day we hear about another major company getting hacked, a new vulnerability that we need to guard against, a new solution that will solve all our problems, etc..
So, what can you do to cut through all the noise?
This NJMEP webinar will not have all the answers or address all your concerns but the 1 hour session will provide you with real take aways that you may implement in your business that will include:
• Important cyber risk lessons that we have learned that you can apply to your business
• Non-negotiable, best practices that you need to apply in your business!
• How to address the key threats of remote workers

Food Safety - Corrective Action (CA) and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
2023-02-14 12:30 - 16:30 | Online
2/14, 2/15, 2/21, 2/22/2023
Corrective action (CA) and root cause analysis (RCA) are essential methodologies to address systemic problems in food manufacturing and is designed to improve the effectiveness of procedures in food safety management systems (FSMS).
In the first part of the training class, participants will learn the common methodologies of RCA within the food industry (fishbone diagram, 5 why’s etc.) and how to apply them during applicable case studies and practical exercises within a food manufacturing operation.
The second part of the training class will focus on the implementation of an effective corrective action and preventive action (CAPA) processes including methodologies and evaluation of effectiveness that are applicable to different supply communication channels within the food industry, i.e. online process vs. in person plan operations.
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
* Explain the objectives of root cause analysis as a procedure to find and evaluate the causes of problems within the food industry
* Use problem cause data collection tools applicable to food manufacturing
* Apply appropriate root cause analysis tools to food manufacturing
* Develop efficient corrective action and preventative action plans for food manufacturing
* Understand and be able to apply how CA, CAPA, and RCA are all managed under FSMS.
The participant will receive a certificate of successful completion for the course after passing a written knowledge test following the training course.
The course is designed for:
Operations Staff in food and beverage manufacturing, packaging, holding, handling, and distributors. This can include the following but is not limited to: Logistics, Process Engineers, Quality Engineers, Plant Managers, Supervisors, Food Safety Manager, Quality Assurance Manager.

SolidWorks Fundamentals
2023-02-15 08:30 - 17:00 | NJMEP North 2 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 305, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, 2 Ridgedale Ave, Cedar Knolls, NJ, 07927, United States
2-15, 2-16, 2-22, 2-23-2023
SolidWorks fundamentals course teaches the core knowledge of SolidWorks to create mechanical design 3D parametric CAD models. Students will be led through a series of instructor-led examples to learn specific techniques to create 3D CAD models then they will apply this knowledge to complete a series of student models. Students will be evaluated at the end of the course to identify their strengths and areas they need to improve with more practice.
NJMEP will be providing Laptops for students to use during live training classes along with SolidWorks licenses and manuals for up to 8 students maximum per class. These classes will fill up quickly so do not hesitate to get registered.
Course Topics:
• Interface navigation
• 2D sketching basics
• Basic part Modeling
• Symmetry and Draft
• Patterning
• Revolved Features
• Shelling & Ribs
• Editing – repairs
• Editing design changes
• Configurations
• Global Variables & Equations
• Using Drawings
• Bottom-up assembly Modeling
• Using Assemblies

Excel Intermediate
2023-02-15 12:30 - 16:30 | Online
2/15/23, 2/16/23
Participants will review the basic operations and then move to more advanced topics. Upon completion of this workshop, participants should be able to:
Apply built in and custom formats
• Change cell size and alignment
• Use the format painter and conditional formatting
• Hide and unhide rows and columns
• Use styles and views
• Change Excel options
• Create and name ranges of cell
• Use various commonly used Excel functions
• Use the Fill command and the AutoFill handle
• Sort a list of data
• Verify the correctness of worksheet formulas by displaying them
• Send worksheets through the internet
• Use drawing tools
Participants will be able to work with multiple spreadsheets simultaneously, manage, and manipulate large amounts of data, apply more complex formats, and add charts and graphs to their workbooks.

CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Training
2023-02-22 08:30 - 17:00 | NJMEP North 2 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 305, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, 2 Ridgedale Ave, Cedar Knolls, NJ, 07927, United States
2/22, 2/23, 2/24/2023
Upon completion of this three day course students will have a deep understanding on CNC milling setup and programing. This course will cover the following modules;
1. Milling Tools, Material.
o Tool geometry, endmill types and uses
o Material consideration in milling. Introduction to feeds and speeds
2. Mill Work Holding
o Introduction to different types of work holding (vises, clamps, and magnetic plates) and their uses in CNC milling
3. CNC Mill setup
o Familiarize the students with CNC Mill setup which includes reading and understanding the setup sheet, machine Power Up, jogging the machine, loading cutting tools in the tool changer, setting the work offsets, setting the tool length offset, loading, checking, and running the program
4. CNC Programing
o Understanding absolute and incremental positioning
o Introduction to CNC G codes (G00, G01) linear interpolation and circular interpolation
o Preparatory G codes
 Inch / Metric Selection (G20, G21)
 Work Coordinate Selection (G54-59)
 Tool Length Compensation (G43)
 Reference point and return (G28)
 Another way to return to machine zero (G53)
 Circular Plane Selection (G17, G18, G19)
o Miscellaneous M codes
o Program format
5. Canned cycles
o Drilling canned cycles
o Circular pocket Milling
6. Cutter compensation (G40, G41, G42)

Excel Intermediate With A Focus On Finance
2023-02-22 12:30 - 16:30 | Online
2/22, 2/23
Students will learn how to utilize Excel for a wide variety of financial purposes, such as naming conventions and methodologies, outlines, worksheet and cell protection, concatenation, array formulas, array functions, consolidation, filters, pivot tables, goal seek, data validation, conditional formatting, recording macros, editing macros, auditing tools, hyperlinks, LOOKUP functions, IF functions, DATE functions. All of these functions will be beneficial to those working with financial data.

Excel Introduction
2023-02-23 00:00 | NJ
5/23/23, 5/24/23
This course is intended for those whose work requires them to work on spreadsheets and present documentation required by the company. It includes data entry, formulas and dimensions of the worksheet, formatting data, creating charts, using statistical functions and customization of presentations.
Participants will:
• Be able to create consistent charts spreadsheets throughout the company,
• Understand how to develop and use formulas and statistical data,
• Create work-specific documents for clearer understanding of reports.

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Training
2023-02-27 08:30 - 17:00 | NJMEP North 2 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 305, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, 2 Ridgedale Ave, Cedar Knolls, NJ, 07927, United States
2/27/23, 2/28/2023
Introduction; Dimensioning and Tolerancing Fundamentals; Symbols, Terms, and Rules; Datums; Form controls – Flatness, Straightness, Circularity, Cylindricity, Free state variation; Orientation – Parallelism, Perpendicularity, Angularity; Position, General – Specifying the position tolerance, Regardless of feature size, Maximum material condition, Shift tolerance, Boundary conditions, “0” Positional Tolerancing; Position, Location – Fasteners, Projected Tolerance Zones, Multiple patterns of features, Composite positional tolerancing, Two single-segment feature control frames, Nonparallel holes, Counterbored holes, Noncircular features, Symmetrical features; Position, Coaxiality; Concentricity and Symmetry; Runout; Profile.

Grow Your Manufacturing Business With A Winning Website & Digital Presence
2023-03-01 08:30 - 12:30 | Online
3/1/23, 3/2/23
Learn why an effective website is an essential part of your marketing for your manufacturing business. The instructor will review different kinds of websites and platforms available, and when to hire a web designer
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
• Higher sales, with an ability to impress and capture higher-level clients
• Positive ratings and customer satisfaction
• More improved efficiency in systems and processes
• Perceived as a leader in your field

Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification Exam Prep Course
2023-03-01 08:30 - 17:00 | NJMEP North 2 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 305, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, 2 Ridgedale Ave, Cedar Knolls, NJ, 07927, United States
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Statewide Manufacturing Listening Session
2023-03-01 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-03-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
New Jersey Industry Partnerships – Manufacturing Listening Session. We want to hear your voice and we need your expertise. Guide us on how to invest and support the manufacturing workforce. Help us understand the challenges and opportunities in your industry.
REGISTER HERE

Lean Manufacturing - Introduction to Value Stream Mapping
2023-03-03 08:00 - 17:00 | NJ
In this course, participants will receive an introduction to Value Stream Mapping and will apply the learned principles to a specified product family in the company. This course teaches participants how to gather the information required to eliminate all non-value adding waste and how to use the information to plan the implementation of Lean activities. Participants will learn the steps necessary for creating a current state value stream map from customer back to raw material and develop a future state vision to act as a blueprint for lean activities.
The future-state map created by the class will act as a blue print for additional lean manufacturing training and implementations. The impact to the company will be calculated after the implementation plan is created, however it is anticipated that when implemented, the plan will result in a significant reduction in lead times, inventory, and floor space, and an increase in productivity.

Fundamentals of Continuous Improvement
2023-03-07 12:30 - 16:30 | Online
3/7/23, 3/8/23
This workshop provides an understanding of core philosophy of Continuous Improvement, its application, and strategies to implement it into practice. This workshop features interactive learning sessions and guided presentations including exercises and discussion.
Participants will be able to:
• Distinguish between innovative and continuous improvement
• Understand how quality and value are defined
• Identify and apply a fundamental process of improvement
• Understand and apply cultural and process factors that bolster Continuous Improvement
• Understand the three major wastes and the 8 Deadly Wastes
• Implement the PDCA cycle to their work
Topics covered include:
• The fundamental philosophy and mechanism of improvement
• Improve or die – Continuous Improvement as a survival strategy
• Customer Perspective as a driver of Continuous Improvement
• Establishing and maintaining a culture of improvement
• Continuous Improvement through problem-solving
• The mitigation of waste and obstacles
• Key Principles in establishing robust Continuous Improvement

Microsoft Word Fundamentals
2023-03-08 08:30 - 17:00 | NJMEP South, 211 Benigno Blvd, Bellmawr, NJ, 08031, United States
Microsoft® Word is designed to help you move smoothly through the task of creating professional-looking documents. Its rich features and powerful tools can make your work easy, and even fun. In this course, you’ll learn how to use Word to create and edit simple documents; format documents; add tables and lists; add design elements and layout options; and proof documents. You can also use this course to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Certification exams for Microsoft Word.
Course Content:
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Word
Topic A: Identify the Word Interface
Topic B: Create a Word Document
Topic C: Help
Lesson 2: Editing a Document
Topic A: Navigate and Select Text
Topic B: Modify Text
Topic C: Find and Replace Text
Lesson 3: Formatting Text and Paragraphs
Topic A: Apply Character Formatting
Topic B: Align Text Using Tabs
Topic C: Display Text as List Items
Topic D: Control Paragraph Layout
Topic E: Apply Borders and Shading
Topic F: Apply Styles
Topic G: Manage Formatting
Lesson 4: Adding Tables
Topic A: Insert a Table
Topic B: Modify a Table
Topic C: Format a Table
Topic D: Convert Text to a Table
Lesson 5: Managing Lists
Topic A: Sort a List
Topic B: Renumber a List
Topic C: Customize a List
Lesson 6: Inserting Graphic Objects
Topic A: Insert Symbols and Special Characters
Topic B: Add Images to a Document
Lesson 7: Controlling Page Appearance
Topic A: Apply a Page Border and Color
Topic B: Add a Watermark
Topic C: Add Headers and Footers
Topic D: Control Page Layout
Lesson 8: Proofing a Document
Topic A: Check Spelling and Grammar
Topic B: Other Proofing Tools
Topic C: Check Accessibility
Lesson 9: Customizing the Word Environment
Topic A: Customize the Word Interface
Topic B: Additional Save Options

English as a Second Language (ESL)- Intermediate Level - Private at James Alexan
2023-03-09 07:00 - 15:30 | James Alexander Corporation, 845 Route 94, Blairstown, NJ, 07825, United States

Change Management Trends and Technology
2023-03-09 08:30 - 12:30 | Online
3/9/23 + 3/10/23
Participants will explore the definition of change management from a psychological/emotional perspective and the problems and opportunities associated with implementing change in the workplace. Participants will also analyze the necessary steps managers must initiate in order for effective change in their organization.
These steps include understanding how current trends and technology influence capacity building, creating an effective strategic plan to include implementation, effective communication, empowerment of employees, and protocol for support, and dealing with counter resistance.

Principles of Lean Manufacturing with Live Simulation - Live North
2023-03-09 08:30 - 17:00 | NJMEP North 2 Ridgedale Ave, Suite 305, Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927, 2 Ridgedale Ave, Cedar Knolls, NJ, 07927, United States
Implementing lean principles are extremely beneficial for manufacturing companies. The elimination of waste (muda), continuous improvement (kaizen) as well as pull-systems (kanban) will be illustrated in live demonstrations for practical, comprehensible knowledge of Lean Manufacturing.
Lean Manufacturing training is based on principles that can be implemented and will become the strong foundation of your organization and employees.
Objectives
Basic Concepts of Lean Manufacturing – Elimination of Waste
Overproduction Overproduction
Waste of Unnecessary Motion
Waste of Inventory
Production of Defects
Waste of Waiting
Waste of Transportation
Waste of Over Processing
Live Demonstration of the Tools and Methodology Necessary to Implement “Lean” on the Shop Floor
Understanding of non-value added activities in manufacturing
Learn how to improve productivity by:
applying standard work
using visual controls
set-up reduction
batch size reduction
point-of-use storage
quality at the source
pull systems

OSHA 10-Hour Card Training - Private at Nolato Jabar LLC
2023-03-09 08:30 - 17:00 | Nolato Jabar LLC, 252 Brighton Road, Andover, NJ, 07821, United States

CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Training - North
2023-03-13 08:30 - 17:00 | NJ
3-13, 3-14, 3-15-23
Upon completion of this three day course students will have a deep understanding on CNC milling setup and programing. This course will cover the following modules:
1. Milling Tools, Material.
o Tool geometry, endmill types and uses
o Material consideration in milling. Introduction to feeds and speeds
2. Mill Work Holding
o Introduction to different types of work holding (vises, clamps, and magnetic plates) and their uses in CNC milling
3. CNC Mill setup
o Familiarize the students with CNC Mill setup which includes reading and understanding the setup sheet, machine Power Up, jogging the machine, loading cutting tools in the tool changer, setting the work offsets, setting the tool length offset, loading, checking, and running the program
4. CNC Programing
o Understanding absolute and incremental positioning
o Introduction to CNC G codes (G00, G01) linear interpolation and circular interpolation
o Preparatory G codes
 Inch / Metric Selection (G20, G21)
 Work Coordinate Selection (G54-59)
 Tool Length Compensation (G43)
 Reference point and return (G28)
 Another way to return to machine zero (G53)
 Circular Plane Selection (G17, G18, G19)
o Miscellaneous M codes
o Program format
5. Canned cycles
o Drilling canned cycles
o Circular pocket Milling
6. Cutter compensation (G40, G41, G42)

Offshore Wind Ready NJ - Manufacturing
2023-03-14 10:00 - 16:00 | Online
A one-day virtual program introducing participants to the U.S. offshore wind industry. Learn about offshore wind project development, the various components of the offshore wind supply chain, and how to identify where your business fits. Offshore Wind Ready NJ provides a general overview for all types of businesses and organizations.
Why register for OSW Ready NJ – Manufacturing:

Identify where your manufacturing business fits in the supply chain
Learn how your manufacturing business can receive assistance and guidance as you begin to navigate the market
Identify additional training and certification requirements
Gain a basic understanding of project development

Who should attend OSW Ready NJ?

Any New Jersey manufacturing business or individual ready to learn about specific business opportunities in the U.S. offshore wind industry.

REGISTER HERE

Food Safety - FSMA Compliance - IAVA - Intentional Adulteration
2023-03-14 12:30 - 16:30 | Online
FSMA Compliance – IAVA – Intentional Adulteration Conducting Vulnerability Assessments
3/14/23 + 3/15/2023
This course will provide participants with the knowledge to implement the requirements of conducting a vulnerability assessment under the Mitigation Strategies to Protect Food Against Intentional Adulteration regulation (referred to as the IA rule) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FSA). The IA rule is aimed at preventing intentional adulteration from acts intended to cause wide-scale harm to public health, including acts of terrorism targeting the food supply. Successful completion of this course is one way to meet the requirements for a “food defense qualified individual” responsible for conducting a vulnerability assessment.

Supervisory Skills - English
2023-03-15 08:30 - 12:30 | Online
3/15, 3/16, 3/22, & 3/23/2023
Moving into a position of authority means meeting new challenges, taking on new responsibilities, and mastering new skills. It may also mean learning to manage across cultural and language differences. New Managers can often be overwhelmed by new responsibilities and anxious about the transition from “coworker” to “boss.”
Workers who have recently become supervisors often worry about the way others will react to their new supervisor status … have concerns about keeping up with a tougher workload … and wonder how to handle the new tasks they will be faced with: hiring, disciplinary action, managing change, even firing.
A program to ease the transition …
This supervisory training course was specifically designed to address the needs of anyone who is new to managing others, with a special focus on those managing in a multicultural workplace. The content of this course will provide a powerful new set of skills, strategies, and techniques for dealing with the issues you will encounter as you take on your new position and move forward in your career.
You will find out how to relate well to former peers who are now your subordinates, and you’ll learn the communication skills that will help you handle these changing relationships in a way that’s comfortable for everyone. You’ll discover secrets for motivating and encouraging people to do their “personal best” for you, and find out how to discipline firmly and fairly, without creating resentment. This supervisory training will show you how to positively influence the behavior of your workers.
In this workshop you’ll learn:
How to communicate more effectively as a new supervisor
When to be flexible, and when to stand firm
How to build trust and gain respect
Strategies for motivating others to achieve results
The truth about discipline — how to handle uncomfortable situations
What every new supervisor and manager should know about hiring and firing
Time management skills that really work
And much, much more!

COMPRESSED AIR – LEARN ABOUT SAFETY, TECHNOLOGY AND METHODOLOGY OF COMPRESSED
2023-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
Compressed air is a common power source in Food, Pharma, Plastics, and Machining.
Attendees will learn:
The importance of Compressed Air Quality
Tips on how to reduce Compressed Air Leaks
Information on Compressed Air System Operation Baseloading
Learn about the Technology and Methodology of Compressed Air
The average blended energy cost is averaging $0.14/kW-hr in New Jersey. When you figure the cost per horsepower, per shift is $305 annually…opportunity costs can add up.

Industrial Communication Skills for The Front Line Employees
2023-03-16 08:30 - 12:30 | Online
3/16/23, 3/17/23
Better English skills and communication skills equal a better workplace and provides for more opportunities. In this class-
• Workplace protocol is explained to the workers
• Appropriate communications to your supervisor and why
• How to properly Better English skills and communication skills equal a better workplace and provides for more opportunities.
In this class-
• Workplace protocol is explained to the workers
• Appropriate communications to your supervisor and why
• How to properly communicate in the workplace
• Communication is key to a safe environment
• Industrial job expectations are reviewed
• The why of standard operating practices is explained
• Why asking questions to insure understanding is a good thing
Employees will have a better understanding of the required and expected communications with their bosses and co-workers. Why the proper communication is so important and that it is OK to ask questions to improve understanding. Improved communications skills help foster an improved workplace.

2023 NJMEP’S First Quarter Resource Meeting/Dinner!
2023-03-16 17:30 - 20:30 | Bruno’s Bistro – POWDER MILL PLAZA WEST-(Shopping Strip) 2900 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, NJ 07950, 2900 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, NJ, 07950, United States

ISO 9001-2015 Internal Auditing Training
2023-03-21 12:30 - 16:30 | Online
3-21, 3-22, 3-28, 3-29-2023
ISO requires you to conduct internal audits of your own system. Your registrar expects that your internal auditors will become qualified to conduct internal audits. The facilitator will help the Internal Audit Process Leader schedule the audits according to status and importance of your processes and confirm the independence of the auditors involved. The ISO 9001-2015 Internal Auditor Training Class is designed to train your personnel to become qualified and confident to conduct internal audits in a positive, constructive approach consistent with the objectives of your management system and adds value to your business . This class teaches the fundamentals of conducting an end to end process audit and includes a number of workshops/case studies that facilitate the learning process.
