welcome to uafs joint performance review committee meeting august 27, 2014
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Welcome to UAFSJOINT PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
AUGUST 27, 2014
Chancellor Paul B. Beran, Ph.DUniversity of Arkansas – Fort SmithChancellor
Jim WalcottWeldon, Williams & Lick, Inc. President and CEO
UAFS Workforce Leadership
188 Graduates from the program since 1994.
Mandatory for all new Supervisors, or for promotion into a leadership role.
2014 marks a 20 year partnership with UAFS in training WW&L leaders.
UAFS - WW&LSupervisor Training
To date, 117 hours of on-site training per Supervisor.
Since 2000, UAFS has delivered eight custom training programs for WW&L.
Topics included leadership development, finance, grammar and a “boot camp” for all Supervisors.
UAFS Graduates
While continuing to work, nine employees of WW&L have earned their bachelor’s degree from UAFS since 2000.
In the last twelve months, WW&L has hired eight new employees, five are UAFS alumni.
Expectations for the Future
Continued improvements in all educational outcomes/employment in the River Valley.
Customization of programs to create opportunities for talented employees with limited educational backgrounds.
Continued partnership with local employers to meet the technical and professional needs of the community.
Questions
Judy McReynolds ArcBest CorporationPresident and Chief Executive Officer
Sue Brucker
o Joined ArcBest in 1999 at a clerical levelo Began pursuing a degree from UAFS in 2001o Promoted to analyst level role in 2004o Graduated in 2009 with bachelor’s degree in
Business Administration
“I am convinced that gaining my degree positioned me for advancement within ABF. I have been able to make a positive contribution back, not only to our Company, but to our community as well.”
Stephanie Kimberlin
o Joined ArcBest as a student worker in 2007o Promoted to coordinator role in 2012o Graduated in 2012 with bachelor’s degree in
Business Administrationo Promoted to Account Manager in 2013o Promoted to Operations Supervisor in 2014
"It was about accomplishing a goal I had set for myself many years ago - to be the first member on both sides of my family to graduate college with a bachelors degree. And with the education from UAFS and the support from ArcBest, I turned that dream into a reality. "
Jeremy May
o Joined ArcBest as a student workero Promoted to a part-time analyst role while he
was still a studento Graduated in 2008 with bachelor’s degree in
Marketingo Earned promotion to full-time role immediately
upon graduationo Promoted to a Lead Analyst two years after
graduationo Promoted to a Senior Analyst five months latero Promoted to a Manager position in 2012 (4
years after graduation)
“Without question, I wouldn’t be where I am today without a degree from UA Fort Smith. In addition to technical knowledge, I developed soft skills that have helped me navigate the challenges I face each day. ”
Video was removed due to size. – UAFS University Relations OfficeYou can view the video via YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGbHP_9zhYE&feature=youtu.be
Questions
Melissa HanesworthPernod RicardManaging Director
In 2013, manufacturers contributed $2.08 trillion to the economy. This is up from $2.03 trillion in 2012.
The $2.08 trillion represents 12.5% of GDP.
For every $1.00 spent in manufacturing, another $1.32 is added to the economy. This is the highest multiplier effect of any economic sector.
Source: National Association of Manufacturers
What role does manufacturing play today?
Manufacturing supports an estimated 17.4 million jobs in the United States – about one in six private sector jobs.
In 2013, the average manufacturing worker in the United States earned $77,506 annually, including pay and benefits. The average worker in all industries earned $62,546.
Manufacturers in the US perform 2/3 of all private-sector R&D in the nation, driving more innovation than any other sector.
Taken alone, manufacturing in the US would be the 8th largest economy in the WORLD!
Source: National Association of Manufacturers
Manufacturing Employment by State
Fort Smith the Corporate City
Regional Demographics
Fort Smith
1. Manufacturing Executives Association (MEA)2. 43 companies are members of MEA3. $2,988,474,000 in annual revenues4. $53,104,100 in annual capital investment5. 18,000+ employed in this sector6. 18% of our MSA population work in manufacturing
Fort Smith is Arkansas’s Manufacturing Hub
Traditional Economic Development Projects ◦ Fort Smith Chamber worked over 40 projects in the region
with new capital investments over $285 million and 2,517 new jobs
2013-2014 Economic Development
Fort Smith Recent Successes◦ Umarex North American HQ’s – (Office)◦ Answer Fort Smith – (Office)◦ Phoenix Metals – (Manufacturing)◦ Community Health Systems (SSC) – (Office)◦ Thermold Magazines - (Manufacturing)◦ Mars Pet Care - (Manufacturing)◦ Georgia Pacific - ( Manufacturing)◦ ArcBest HQ’s – (Office)
2013-2014 Economic Development
Fort Smith Recent Successes◦ Gerber – (Manufacturing)◦ Butler & Cook – (Manufacturing)◦ Georgia Pacific – (Manufacturing)◦ OK Foods – (Manufacturing)◦ Trane – (Manufacturing)
2013-2014 Economic Development Cont.
215 Employees
Approximately 200 local
companies
Economic impact tens of
millions
Pernod Ricard USA Fort Smith
In order to retain the manufacturing business we have and attract new manufacturers to our area, we must have a skilled workforce.
Technology improvements offer great impact to improve manufacturing processes. However, in order to capitalize on those advancements in technology, we must have a skilled workforce.
-Technical -Problem solving -Management -Communication
The responsibilities of a production worker today are far different than they were even 20 years ago. Today an employee is expected to not only operate their machinery, but also have the technical skills and knowledge to troubleshoot and make basic repairs.
Retain and Attract
Center for Business and Professional Development (CBPD) at UAFS served over 100 companies and 4,000 of their employees in 2013.
Facilitation Consulting Continuing education programs Customized training and development Workforce leadership Quality systems, Lean Enterprise, Six Sigma Portable computer laboratories Pre-employment testing and training Project management Strategic planning
Professional Services
Recent global clients of CBPD @ UAFS include
Company Headquarters
ABB (Baldor) Zurich, Switzerland
Bekaert Corporation Fortrijk, Belgium
Gerdau Rio Grande do Sol, Brazil
Mars Petcare Hackettstown, NJ, USA
Pernod Ricard Paris, France
Saint-Gobain Paris, France
Umarex Germany
Nestle-Gerber Vevey, Switzerland
CBPD Partnerships
Start with a foundation of education:
Degree Programs:
Of our approximate 215 employees, 54 have Bachelors Degrees 10 have Masters Degrees 5 employees are pursuing their Bachelors 3 employees are pursuing their Masters 11 employees graduated from UAFS
Our Demographics
We must build upon the foundation
Customized training programs:
Supervisor/leadership training◦ 10 supervisors received 16 weeks of on-site training◦ Each employee earned college credit for this course
Computer skills training
Future opportunities: Robotics training PLC training Controls/Servo Motors Training (Beginning/Advanced)
Our Demographics
Hiring the best candidates is only the start
We must focus on continuing to advance the skills of our workforce
This applies to not only production operators and skilled trades but also all levels of leadership
We can’t allow technology advancements to outpace the skillsets of our workforce
Commitment to continuously advancing the skillsets of our workforce is our responsibility to our community, our companies and most of all – our employees!
Building Success
Strong manufacturing workforce
Continuous commitment to skills advancement
In order to attract new manufacturing opportunities and retain our current manufacturing base we must have both….
Questions
Lunch BreakThank You Lunch Sponsor:Stephens Productions
Lunch will be provided in the galley for committee members and staff.
Dr. Leroy Cox College of Applied Science and TechnologyInterim Dean, Associate Professor
College of Applied Science and Technology
Vision Statement: “The College of Applied Science & Technology at the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith will be regarded as an innovative center for education based on the superior quality of graduates from its academic programs.”
Mission Statement: “Utilizing a dynamic, hands-on approach to instruction, the College of Applied Science & Technology creates educational opportunities for students that positively impact their potential for employment as well as the economic development of the community, state, and region.”
CAST at a Glance CAST supports students, business and industry through our two-year technical programs, Center for Business and Professional Development, four-year completion degree program, and Western Arkansas Technical Center (WATC)
Number of Declared Majors: 735
Confers Certificates of Proficiency, Technical Certificates, Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees, or four-year completion degrees
CAST Programs Animation Technology*
Applied Science*
Automotive Technology
Administrative Professional and Office Technology
Computer Graphics Technology
Computer Maintenance and Service Technology
ATMAE Accreditation
Electronics Technology
Organizational Leadership*
Paralegal Studies
Robotics Technology
Welding Technology
Workforce Leadership
(* - Completion Degree Program)
CAST Partners in Education
Partnerships with 150+ companies in the region◦ Internships◦ Part-time and full-time employment◦ Advisory board participation◦ Employee training and certification
CAST – Employment Partners
Some Regional Employers:o ArcBesto Weldon Williams & Lick Inc.o Pernod Ricardo Rheemo Baldor Electrico Army Corps of Engineerso Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Companyo Oklahoma Gas and Electric Companyo Arvest Banko Cities of Fort Smith, Van Buren, Almao E-Squared Architecture and Interior Design, P.A.
CAST – Unique Programs
Energy Auditing
Sustainable Conservation
$15 - $25/hour performing audits
Teaching STEM through hands-on approaches
Certificate of Proficiency
Technical Certificate
Associate Degree
Workforce Leadership is a college credit program that allows employees to take gradual steps up.
Associate Degree
Bachelors Degree
Our grads can step up to the Bachelors degree through our Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Organizational Leadership
CAST – Workforce Springboard
Graduates of our completion degree programs have moved on to higher positions within their workplaces, new job opportunities, and graduate school
◦ Masters of Business Administration – UA Fayetteville◦ Masters in Operations Management – UA Fayetteville◦ University of Arkansas School of Law◦ Thomas M. Cooley School of Law (Michigan)◦ University of Tulsa School of Law◦ Parker College of Chiropractic Medicine◦ University of Memphis
CAST – Two Year Partners
Questions
Chris Rink (WATC) Western Arkansas Technical Center (WATC)Director
Who We Are
Area technical center
Provide on-campus college classes at UAFS
No cost for students to attend
Students come from 6 counties and 21 high schools
Programs of Study Automotive Technology
Broadcast Journalism
Computer Engineering
Computer Graphics
Technology
Criminal Justice
Early Childhood Education
Electronics Technology
Graphic Design
Health Sciences
Welding Technology
What we do Served more than 6000 students and awarded more than 80,000 college credit hours since 1998
Capture students from various walks of life
Help students be successful
Provide students with tuition, books, transportation, and integrated instruction
WATC Goals To aid students in making an informed career choice
To prepare students to enter the workforce upon high school graduation
To encourage students to continue their education after high school
Questions
Dave Robertson Center for Business and Professional DevelopmentDirector
Workforce Leadership
Open Enrollment
Contract Training
Consulting
What about workers that just need a specific skill?
Open Enrollment
Business & Office Computer Applications Presentation Skills Business Writing Time Management Inclusion Six Sigma Lean Enterprise
Industrial Maintenance Electronics Hydraulics Robotics
Commercial Drivers License
Contract Training(Customized, Scheduled, Onsite)
Business & Office Computer Applications Presentation Skills Business Writing Time Management Inclusion Six Sigma Lean Enterprise
Industrial Maintenance Electronics Hydraulics Robotics
Commercial Drivers License
Consulting
Strategic Planning
Pre-Employment Training
Family Business Consulting
Out Placement Services
JD NEG Grant Award In cooperation with the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services, Winrock & WAEDA
$337,000 per year to UAFS for training
Dislocated Workers & Veterans
Supportive Services & OTJ Training Funding
Three Tracks with proven demand for workerso Medical Billing & Codingo Multi-Craft Techniciano Commercial Drivers License
Questions
Tour ScheduleBaldor Technology Center
o Automotive Service o Animation Technologyo Welding o Robotics
Pernod Ricardo 3:30 p.m. - meet at bus on 51st street west side of Baldor Technology Center.
Thank You for AttendingWELCOME TO UAFS