The New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program and the New Jersey Business & Industry Association hosted the fifth annual National Manufacturing Day on Friday at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset.
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Manufacturing
Subaru reportedly re-evaluating Camden plans in wake of Christie plan to end Pa. tax agreement
Subaru of America President and Chief Operating Officer Thomas Doll said he was “blindsided” by Gov. Chris Christie's plan to end a nearly 40-year-old reciprocal tax agreement between New Jersey and Pennsylvania, according to a new report Monday by The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Read More »Totowa maker of folders is expanding in N.Y., moving 80 jobs out of N.J.
CI Filing Systems, a Totowa-based designer and maker of tabbed folders and other filing products, is expanding in New York state, as well as shifting 80 jobs there, Gov. Andrew Cuomo's office said Wednesday.
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Newell Brands making changes to business operations in wake of acquisition
Hoboken-based Newell Brands Inc. said Tuesday that it will be restructuring its businesses and adjusting its investment priorities in the wake of a comprehensive strategic review following the Newell Rubbermaid acquisition of Jarden.
Read More »Cambrex opens new pilot plant at its Italy site
Cambrex Corp., an East Rutherford-based manufacturer of pharmaceuticals, announced a new pilot plant at its manufacturing and R&D site in Paullo, Italy.
Read More »Oticon names new president
Oticon, a Somerset-based hearing solutions manufacturer, announced Thursday that Gary Rosenblum has been named its new president, effective Oct. 3.
Read More »Fairview decorating company to close 98 to lose jobs
A Fairview-based custom decorating company has announced it is closing at the end of November, putting 98 people out of work.
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New growth in Trenton is sign of the times
Particularly striking at night, when its emblazoned “Trenton Makes, the World Takes” inscription reflects back off of the Delaware River in red neon light, the Lower Trenton Toll-Supported Bridge is widely considered to be the city's most iconic landmark.
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It’s time for an attitude adjustment
John Kennedy is the CEO of the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, responsible for setting the strategic direction of NJMEP as well as business development, sales, strategic implementation partners and new initiatives. Kennedy has a long history in manufacturing, both as a senior executive and owner. He earned a Ph.D. in industrial...
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Manufacturing a role for philanthrophy
Carol Stillwell always wanted to follow in the footsteps of her father, a mason, after having spent much of her childhood in Elizabeth and Roselle Park working alongside him on job sites.
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NJIT has long been ahead of the curve
As technology becomes more prevalent in daily life, the industry has changed the landscape of sectors that have otherwise been unrelated.
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Ready, willing but unable to keep jobs here
Jacquelyn Quattro relies on manufacturers to help her create nontoxic skin care products and cosmetics for families.
“I want to make a difference in the choices that consumers have,” Quattro said.
