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SUMMARY:GRWDB OPG Manufacturing Program Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program are collaborating on a New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Opportunity Partnership Grant that provides free online training in manufacturing. \nHunterdon and Somerset County residents are invited to learn more by joining a series of introductory Manufacturing Program Orientations in April and May. The sessions will be in-person with an option to join virtually. \nThe GRWDB OPG Program is designed for dislocated workers and underemployed individuals who are interested in starting a new manufacturing career. The program allows eligible participants to get an OSHA-10 certificate in safety standards and receive a certification for Certified Manufacturing Associate in fundamental production know-how. The 12-hour OSHA online class and the 25- to 30-hour online training program from Tooling U-SME introduce basic concepts in the areas needed to begin a successful entry-level manufacturing career. \nThere are 30 slots available. Applicants will work with the OPG Coordinator and the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center to complete eligibility documentation\, and instruction will be provided in cohorts directly from an instructor providing the teachings for the credential. \nTo learn more\, join one in a series of upcoming Manufacturing Program Orientations that will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday April 2\, April 16\, April 23 and May 7\, virtually and in-person at the GRWDB office at 27 Warren St.\, third floor\, Somerville. \nTo join\, the session virtually\, go to https://meet.goto.com/337366277 on the day event. Interested applicants also can dial in. Call 1 (872) 240-3311; Access Code: 337-366-277. \nFor assistance on joining an orientation session or to get started immediately on the application process\, email OPG Coordinator Charlie Apt at capt@co.somerset.nj.us\, or call 908-203-6047. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-opg-manufacturing-program-orientation-session-3/
LOCATION:In-person in GRWDB office or via GoToMeeting\, 27 Warren St\,\, third floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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SUMMARY:GRWDB OPG Manufacturing Program Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program are collaborating on a New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Opportunity Partnership Grant that provides free online training in manufacturing. \nHunterdon and Somerset County residents are invited to learn more by joining a series of introductory Manufacturing Program Orientations in April and May. The sessions will be in-person with an option to join virtually. \nThe GRWDB OPG Program is designed for dislocated workers and underemployed individuals who are interested in starting a new manufacturing career. The program allows eligible participants to get an OSHA-10 certificate in safety standards and receive a certification for Certified Manufacturing Associate in fundamental production know-how. The 12-hour OSHA online class and the 25- to 30-hour online training program from Tooling U-SME introduce basic concepts in the areas needed to begin a successful entry-level manufacturing career. \nThere are 30 slots available. Applicants will work with the OPG Coordinator and the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center to complete eligibility documentation\, and instruction will be provided in cohorts directly from an instructor providing the teachings for the credential. \nTo learn more\, join one in a series of upcoming Manufacturing Program Orientations that will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday April 2\, April 16\, April 23 and May 7\, virtually and in-person at the GRWDB office at 27 Warren St.\, third floor\, Somerville. \nTo join\, the session virtually\, go to https://meet.goto.com/337366277 on the day event. Interested applicants also can dial in. Call 1 (872) 240-3311; Access Code: 337-366-277. \nFor assistance on joining an orientation session or to get started immediately on the application process\, email OPG Coordinator Charlie Apt at capt@co.somerset.nj.us\, or call 908-203-6047. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-opg-manufacturing-program-orientation-session-2/
LOCATION:GoToMeeting and In Person\, 27 Warren St.\, second-floor conference room\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T110000
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SUMMARY:Business Webinar: A Data-Driven Approach to Expanding Your Sales Pipeline
DESCRIPTION:If you’re manufacturing operation is looking to expand into new markets\, a Wednesday\, April 2\, live session presented by the NJMEP is designed to assist you. \nThe session\, running from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.\, will show participants how to use real trade data to identify the best opportunities. Participants will learn how to minimize risk\, secure early wins\, and establish profitable relationships—all with a strategic\, data-backed approach. \nFor more information and to register\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/business-webinar-a-data-driven-approach-to-expanding-your-sales-pipeline/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T120000
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SUMMARY:GRWDB OPG Manufacturing Program Orientation Session
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Raritan Workforce Development Board and the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program are collaborating on a New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Opportunity Partnership Grant that provides free online training in manufacturing. \nHunterdon and Somerset County residents are invited to learn more by joining a series of introductory Manufacturing Program Orientations in April and May. The sessions will be in-person with an option to join virtually. \nThe GRWDB OPG Program is designed for dislocated workers and underemployed individuals who are interested in starting a new manufacturing career. The program allows eligible participants to get an OSHA-10 certificate in safety standards and receive a certification for Certified Manufacturing Associate in fundamental production know-how. The 12-hour OSHA online class and the 25- to 30-hour online training program from Tooling U-SME introduce basic concepts in the areas needed to begin a successful entry-level manufacturing career. \nThere are 30 slots available. Applicants will work with the OPG Coordinator and the Greater Raritan One-Stop Career Center to complete eligibility documentation\, and instruction will be provided in cohorts directly from an instructor providing the teachings for the credential. \nTo learn more\, join one in a series of upcoming Manufacturing Program Orientations that will be conducted at 11 a.m. Wednesday April 2\, April 16\, April 23 and May 7\, virtually and in-person at the GRWDB office at 27 Warren St.\, third floor\, Somerville. \nTo join\, the session virtually\, go to https://meet.goto.com/337366277 on the day event. Interested applicants also can dial in. Call 1 (872) 240-3311; Access Code: 337-366-277. \nFor assistance on joining an orientation session or to get started immediately on the application process\, email OPG Coordinator Charlie Apt at capt@co.somerset.nj.us\, or call 908-203-6047. \n 
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/grwdb-opg-manufacturing-program-orientation-session/
LOCATION:In-person in GRWDB office or via GoToMeeting\, 27 Warren St\,\, third floor\, Somerville\, NJ\, 08876\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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SUMMARY:RWJBarnabas Health Career Expo
DESCRIPTION:RWJBarnabas is presenting a Health Career Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday\, February 12\, at Middlesex College\, Crabiel Hall’s Brunswick Room\, 260 Woodbridge Ave.\, Edison. \nAttendees will meet hiring managers\, learn about free healthcare training programs\, and find out which jobs are in high demand. The event will include professional development presentations and a career panel at 1 p.m. featuring RWJBH professionals. Information on career programs offered by Middlesex College to help transition directly into employment with RWJBH also will be available. \nAttendees are advised to bring copies of their updated resume. \nScan the QR Code in this flyer to register. \nThis event is presented by the Middlesex County Office of Workforce and Career Development.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/rwjbarnabas-health-career-expo/
LOCATION:Middlesex College – New Brunswick\, 140 New St.\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T110000
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SUMMARY:Veterans Career Accelerator: Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Veterans Day\, MilitaryHire\, Bayer\, and the Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) are hosting a Veteran Career Accelerator\, a virtual hiring event\, on Wednesday\, November 6\, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. \nThis event is free and open to members of the U.S. Military\, Veterans\, Military Spouses\, and Caregivers. It is designed to help this population connect with nationwide career opportunities and will include a variety of jobs from dozens of employers from the private sector and government. \nTo register for the event\, go here.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/veterans-career-accelerator-virtual-hiring-event/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T170000
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SUMMARY:Health Careers Event: Opportunities in the Clinical Research Field
DESCRIPTION:Felician University and the New Jersey Department of Labor’s Industry Partnerships Life Sciences team are presenting a Health Careers Event focusing on opportunities in Clinical Research from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday\, October 24\, at Felician University\, 223 Montross Ave.\, Rutherford. \nPresenters include Mary Wygonik\, global clinical research study leader at Roche\, and Christian Colon-Ramirez\, a chemical engineer and cell therapy professional at Johnson & Johnson. Networking and information from life sciences companies will be available. \nThe event also will include pizza and refreshments. \nTo register\, go here or use the QR code in this flyer. \nFor more information\, contact Angelica Lindo at Angelica.lindo@dol.nj.gov or 609-731-2841.
URL:https://www.thegrwdb.org/event/health-careers-event-opportunities-in-the-clinical-research-field/
LOCATION:Felician University\, One Felician Way\, Rutherford\, NJ\, 07070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Event
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