MOC Workshops & Events

The Manufacturing Outreach Center, as part of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership offers public workshops and on-site employee training.
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MOC Training Opportunities

The UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center, as part of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership, offers public workshops and on-site employee training. If you’re interested in scheduling on-site training for your organization, please contact moc@uwstout.edu.
 

2024 MOC Training & Webinars 

The Manufacturing Competitiveness in the 21st Century Series

The UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center (MOC), Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI), and Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) have collaborated to create an informational series focused on maintaining competitiveness. 

Session 1:

December 6, 2024 
9 AM - 12 PM: 
Training Within Industry
(TWI)

Session 2:

February 7, 2025 
 9 AM - 12 PM:
 Automation

Session 3:

March 14, 2025 
9 AM - 12 PM: 
Cyber Culture for Compliance
 and Competition


All sessions will be held at the CVTC-Chippewa Falls Campus.

For more information and to register, visit the WPI website

 

2025 Upcoming Training Events: 

Manufacturing Leadership Series

The Manufacturing Leadership Series (MLS) is designed to empower manufacturing professionals with the latest leadership skills and industry insights. Participants will engage in interactive sessions focused on continuous improvement, innovation, lean manufacturing, and strategic growth. The program aims to foster a collaborative environment where attendees can share experiences, network, and develop actionable strategies to enhance their operations and drive sustainable success.

Workshop Format:

All sessions held at the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce.
For more information and to register, visit: https://cvent.me/82B5o5

Session 1Session 2Session 3Session 4Session 5
February 12, 2025
8 AM - 12PM 
February 26, 2025
8 AM - 12PM
March 12, 2025
8 AM - 12PM 
March 26, 2025
8 AM - 12PM
Hosted at participant's facility
Scheduled by instructor 

Lean Legos Simulation

Join our Lean Lego simulation and experience hands-on learning like never before. Teams will build Lego airplanes, applying Lean principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency. Perfect for fostering teamwork, creativity, and practical understanding of Lean methodologies.

Why Participate?

  • Interactive Learning: Engage with Lean concepts through practical activities.
  • Team Building: Enhance collaboration and communication skills.
  • Real-World Application: Apply Lean principles in a fun, risk-free environment.
  • Immediate Feedback: Gain insights and improve processes on the spot.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to transform your team's approach to Lean principles! 

For more information and to register, visit: https://cvent.me/wkW4Po

 

Workshop Format:

March 5, 2025 
8 AM - 12 PM
Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce

Event Request

Looking for a specific workshop or training? Submit an event request and we’ll reach out to you to gather more information. 

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Food Safety

  • Food Safety Workshop
  • FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food

Growth

  • ExporTech™

Information Security

  • Cybersecurity & Privacy Series

Leadership Development

  • Leadership Speakers
  • Leading a Lean Culture

Lean Manufacturing

  • Lean Certificate Series
  • Leading a Lean Culture
  • Lean 101

Quality Standards

  • ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training
  • ISO 13485:2016 Internal Auditor Training
  • ISO 9001:2015 Implementation Strategies

Training Within Industry

  • Job Instruction (JI)
  • Job Methods (JM)
  • Job Relations (JR)
  • Job Safety (JS)
  • TWI Job Instruction 4-day Series

Workshop Cancellation Policy

Substitutions & Cancellations: Substitutions may be made prior to the start of the program.

Cancelation of registration completed more than 10 business days prior to the program start will receive a full refund. Any cancelation within 10 business days will forfeit a $30.00 processing fee. 

For more information, contact MOC at moc@uwstout.edu.