Three M Tool & Machine in Commerce Township and employee Alex van den Bremer were recently honored with an Impact Award in recognition of the employer’s commitment to workforce development and its collaborative relationship with Oakland County Michigan Works!
The Impact Award Program, sponsored by the Michigan Works! Association, honors businesses, individuals, and Michigan Works! frontline staff across the state who work to transform lives and contribute to a strong economy.
“Oakland County Michigan Works! builds strong ties with companies like Three M Tool & Machine, collaborating to provide valuable training to new and existing employees,” said Oakland County Executive David Coulter. “Three M Tool & Machine’s development of youthful talent is helping to strengthen Oakland County’s skilled workforce.”
Alex van den Bremer studied robotics, engineering and mechatronics in high school and spent a year in the manufacturing program at the Oakland Schools Technical Campus in Wixom. He toured Three M Tool & Machine with his classmates as part of Oakland County Manufacturing Day during his senior year. After graduation, van den Bremer accepted a full-time benchhand position with the company and is acquiring the skills and knowledge that are key to a successful career in advanced manufacturing.
Three M President and CEO Sam Medwid said the collaborative relationship with Oakland County Michigan Works! has enabled the company to bring in young talent, van den Bremer, which has significantly contributed to the growth and innovation of the company.
“We believe, through our mutual efforts, that we’re making a significant contribution to the development of our local workforce,” Medwid said. “We are deeply grateful for the services provided by Oakland County Michigan Works! and we’re eager to continue this fruitful partnership for many years to come.”
The company hired four apprentices after they completed the on-the-job training program using federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth program funding. In addition to program referrals, Oakland County Michigan Works! provided a range of supportive services to the students. The company also received $84,262 in Going PRO Talent Fund awards over the past three years, benefiting 59 new and existing employees, including apprentices.
“Oakland County Michigan Works! has enjoyed a long-standing partnership with Three M Tool & Machine,” said Director Jennifer Llewellyn. “Thanks to their dedication and commitment to developing young talent, Alex is now a valued member of the Three M team. His hard work has paid off and set him on a path to a successful career in manufacturing.
We’re so proud of him.”
Founded in 1971, Three M Tool & Machine is a family-owned, contract precision machine shop that provides manufacturers with one-stop sourcing for small, medium, and large part machining along with other related processes. This includes industry-leading inspection and verification services. The company supports customers in various industries, including energy, aerospace, heavy equipment, and others. Three M Tool & Machine also offers a full line of custom workholding solutions, marketed under the brand "Ultra-Grip International.”
Oakland County Michigan Works! operates centers in Novi, Oak Park, Pontiac, Southfield, Troy, and Waterford, where they assist more than 105,000 job seekers annually. Services include career coaching, interviewing and job search workshops, placement assistance, training courses and job trend information.
The centers also assist more than 3,000 employers seeking help with talent recruitment, apprenticeship programs, job fairs, candidate pre-screening, hiring and training support, layoff support and labor market data.
Staff are available in-person or by virtual appointment to work one-on-one with job seekers to build their resumes, prepare for job interviews and help address other needs. To schedule an appointment, call 248-858-5520 and select the office nearest to you. The centers are hosting several virtual workshops for job seekers. A schedule can be found at OaklandCountyMIWorks.com.
The Impact Award Program, sponsored by the Michigan Works! Association, honors businesses, individuals, and Michigan Works! frontline staff across the state who work to transform lives and contribute to a strong economy.
“Oakland County Michigan Works! builds strong ties with companies like Three M Tool & Machine, collaborating to provide valuable training to new and existing employees,” said Oakland County Executive David Coulter. “Three M Tool & Machine’s development of youthful talent is helping to strengthen Oakland County’s skilled workforce.”
Alex van den Bremer studied robotics, engineering and mechatronics in high school and spent a year in the manufacturing program at the Oakland Schools Technical Campus in Wixom. He toured Three M Tool & Machine with his classmates as part of Oakland County Manufacturing Day during his senior year. After graduation, van den Bremer accepted a full-time benchhand position with the company and is acquiring the skills and knowledge that are key to a successful career in advanced manufacturing.
Three M President and CEO Sam Medwid said the collaborative relationship with Oakland County Michigan Works! has enabled the company to bring in young talent, van den Bremer, which has significantly contributed to the growth and innovation of the company.
“We believe, through our mutual efforts, that we’re making a significant contribution to the development of our local workforce,” Medwid said. “We are deeply grateful for the services provided by Oakland County Michigan Works! and we’re eager to continue this fruitful partnership for many years to come.”
The company hired four apprentices after they completed the on-the-job training program using federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) youth program funding. In addition to program referrals, Oakland County Michigan Works! provided a range of supportive services to the students. The company also received $84,262 in Going PRO Talent Fund awards over the past three years, benefiting 59 new and existing employees, including apprentices.
“Oakland County Michigan Works! has enjoyed a long-standing partnership with Three M Tool & Machine,” said Director Jennifer Llewellyn. “Thanks to their dedication and commitment to developing young talent, Alex is now a valued member of the Three M team. His hard work has paid off and set him on a path to a successful career in manufacturing.
We’re so proud of him.”
Founded in 1971, Three M Tool & Machine is a family-owned, contract precision machine shop that provides manufacturers with one-stop sourcing for small, medium, and large part machining along with other related processes. This includes industry-leading inspection and verification services. The company supports customers in various industries, including energy, aerospace, heavy equipment, and others. Three M Tool & Machine also offers a full line of custom workholding solutions, marketed under the brand "Ultra-Grip International.”
Oakland County Michigan Works! operates centers in Novi, Oak Park, Pontiac, Southfield, Troy, and Waterford, where they assist more than 105,000 job seekers annually. Services include career coaching, interviewing and job search workshops, placement assistance, training courses and job trend information.
The centers also assist more than 3,000 employers seeking help with talent recruitment, apprenticeship programs, job fairs, candidate pre-screening, hiring and training support, layoff support and labor market data.
Staff are available in-person or by virtual appointment to work one-on-one with job seekers to build their resumes, prepare for job interviews and help address other needs. To schedule an appointment, call 248-858-5520 and select the office nearest to you. The centers are hosting several virtual workshops for job seekers. A schedule can be found at OaklandCountyMIWorks.com.
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