No Worker Left Behind

Posted: Aug 9, 2008 11:42 AM

Michigan's no worker left behind program has been in place for one year and one local company and its workers are reaping the benefits. Demmer corporation, a metal supplier, has seen a huge increase in demand for it's products recently. As a result, over the past 14 months the company has added one thousand new qualified workers including more than 500 from the No Worker Left Behind Program. Demmer says it's a great for them and the new employees.  

Julie Mann, human resource mgr. demmer: "For the worker it's a much better fit because they get here and have skill. They're not completely on the job training and of course it helps us bring aboard our manufacturing and production process because they have the skill."

In order to qualify for the No Worker Left Behind Program, you must be at least 18 years old and a high school graduate who is currently un-employed. Your family income must be under $40,000.

For more information contact your local michigan works or an area college or university.