Employee Training and Development

To navigate the gaps between workforce supply and demand, MMA is working with quality and experienced partners on collaborative solutions to help our members develop the strongest and most competitive manufacturing workforce in the world.

Going PRO Application Period: CLOSED

Leverage state funding for creating, training and filling in-demand jobs. The next Going PRO appplication cycle will open in Spring 2025 (date not yet announced).

MMA Workforce Solution Partners

Customized Technical Training Solutions

powered by Praeco Skills

Praeco Skills is an integrator of the best-of-the-best training resources for mid-to-high level skilled shop floor occupations. Access customized training solutions, empowering you to find, train and retain top-end talent for years to come.

MMA members receive a FREE 2-hour Talent on Purpose self-assessment ($500 value) and save 10% on standard courses!

Bridging Workforce Knowledge Gaps

powered by The Luminous Group

Exclusive to MMA members at a 5% discount, Training Enhancement and Mentoring System (TEaMS) and Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED) enhance manufacturing efficiency by addressing workforce gaps and reducing setup time.

Exclusive to MMA members and provided at a 5% discount, Training Enhancement and Mentoring System (TEaMS) teaches manufacturing leaders how to effectively train operators.

Leadership Development

powered by Dale Carnegie™

Members get exclusive savings to support professionals at all levels who wish to optimize their performance, lead with conviction and positively impact the bottom line.

Develop leadership and communication skills to inspire and motivate others with the world-famous Dale Carnegie Course. 

Forklift Training & Certificate Solutions

from TrainMOR

To support members in their quest for enhanced safety and regulatory compliance, MMA is partnering with TrainMOR™, a Michigan-based company with 40-plus years of experience in forklift and aerial lift operator training, safety and certification. MMA members can save 20% on TrainMOR’s quality, memorable and effective training programs.