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Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance

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As a public-private partnership, the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance is a vital economic development organization chartered specifically to help existing industry. It includes a field staff of 15 extension agents and three applications engineers with offices in local communities throughout the state. Services reach all 77 counties and focus on improving the bottom line through concepts like Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing, while growing the entire company through the adoption of new technologies, workforce development, strategic planning and expanded markets. Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance is the go-to source for assessing needs and finding solutions available through public and private resources. As part of the national Manufacturing Extension Partnership, the organization is able to leverage federal resources on a local level. We live and work in communities across Oklahoma, taking our support to your workplace on your schedule.

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Success Stories

Company Boosts Manufacturing Workforce Through OMA Apprenticeship Program

Reported Year
2024
Like most manufacturers, Manager Daniel Meek fought a constant battle to maintain enough skilled workers to operate his production efficiently. It was an even greater challenge for sewing machine operators, who require specialized training and often benefit was hands-on experience. For advice, Meek turned to Sharon Harrison, director of workforce

Company Boosts Operational Efficiency, Strengthens Workforce Skills

Reported Year
2024
Shavonne Grundy was proud of the company she grew into a respected and profitable enterprise, but she knew her production capacity was diminished because many processes were not operating efficiently. She also sought help in reducing employee turnover. For advice, she turned to Rajesh Krishnamurthy, technical services director for the Oklahoma

Company Boosts Manufacturing Workforce

Reported Year
2024
Like most manufacturers, Manager Mike Britten fought a constant battle to maintain enough skilled workers to operate his production efficiently. It was an even greater challenge for machine maintenance technicians, which are crucial to avoid costly production downtime. For advice, Britten turned to Sharon Harrison, vice president of workforce
Created March 18, 2019, Updated July 2, 2024