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Apr 28

WMCO’s Cayuga Displays Plant Tour – Showcasing Innovation and Industry Leadership

On April 23, 2025, WMCO members had the opportunity to go behind the scenes at one of Ontario’s most innovative manufacturers during a dynamic and insightful plant tour hosted by Cayuga Displays, renowned for their cutting-edge custom food retail fixtures The day began with a lively morning networking session, where members reconnected... read more →
  • April 28, 2025
  • WMCO
  • Cluster, Continuous Improvement, My Articles, News, Past Events, Plant Tour Focus Group
Mar 31

A Full House and a Full Plate at Our March 26th Networking Event

Looking Back on a Packed Day of Learning and Connection We had a packed house for WMCO’s March Quarterly Networking Event, and we’re still buzzing from the energy and insights shared throughout the day. Held at Cobot Intel, the event brought together wood manufacturers from across the region to talk... read more →
  • March 31, 2025
  • WMCO
  • Cluster, Continuous Improvement, My Articles, News, Past Events
Mar 03

WMCO’s Toyota Manufacturing Cambridge Plant Tour Focus Group of 2025!

On February 26th, 2025, WMCO hosted its annual Toyota Cambridge Plant Tour, an exclusive opportunity for manufacturing members to experience world-class Lean Manufacturing in action. The day began with a visit to Toyota’s Experience Center, where members engaged with interactive displays and learned about key Lean concepts before embarking on the plant tour.... read more →
  • March 3, 2025
  • WMCO
  • Lean, My Articles, News, Past Events, Plant Tour Focus Group
Feb 03

Mobel Cabinetry Plant Tour: A Resounding Success

Industry peers, innovators, and manufacturing leaders gathered for the highly anticipated Mobel Cabinetry Plant Tour, an event that turned out to be as enlightening as it was inspiring. The day offered a first-hand look at how this once-small business, born in a garage, has grown into a cutting-edge manufacturing operation—and... read more →
  • February 3, 2025
  • WMCO
  • Government Program News, IFIT, My Articles, News, Past Events, Plant Tour Focus Group
Dec 15

WMCO Quarterly Networking Event: A Day of Innovation and Collaboration at Taurus Craco

On December 11th, 2024, members of the wood manufacturing industry came together at Taurus Craco in Brampton for WMCO’s highly anticipated Quarterly Networking Event. This event provided an invaluable platform for attendees to connect, share insights, and explore innovative solutions to drive growth and efficiency in their businesses. The event... read more →
  • December 15, 2024
  • WMCO
  • Government Program News, IFIT, My Articles, News, Past Events, Plant Tour Focus Group
Nov 28

WMCO Plant Tour Recap: Exploring Integration with CCW Inc.

On November 20th, 2024, WMCO members gathered at CCW Inc. for an insightful and inspiring plant tour that showcased CCW’s innovative approach to digital integration and continuous improvement. This unique opportunity offered attendees a deep dive into CCW’s project development process, which spans planning, scheduling, and an ideal release to the production floor. The event... read more →
  • November 28, 2024
  • WMCO
  • Government Program News, IFIT, My Articles, News, Past Events, Plant Tour Focus Group
Sep 27

Driving Growth through Digital Integration: Highlights from WMCO’s Sept 25th Quarterly Networking Event!

On Wednesday, September 25th, 2024, WMCO members gathered for an exciting day at Export Development Canada in Kitchener for a WMCO Quarterly Networking Event. Focused on Digital Integration and Lean Transformation, the event provided an incredible opportunity for manufacturers to explore new technologies, discuss real-world applications, and exchange best practices with their peers. The event began... read more →
  • September 27, 2024
  • WMCO
  • Government Program News, IFIT, My Articles, News, Past Events, Plant Tour Focus Group
Sep 04

Leveraging Technology to Enhance Business Performance – Strategies

By Saverio Pota, Senior Consultant | Larry Coté, Managing Director In today’s corporate landscape, adopting technology is a pivotal step in an organization's development. It’s crucial to identify specific business needs and the right areas for implementation, including software enhancements or selecting specialized equipment. When contemplating technological investment, it should... read more →
  • September 4, 2024
  • WMCO
  • Blog, Lean, Lean
Sep 04

Is Labour Shortage Really an Issue?

By Rorry Harding and Larry Coté, Lean Advisors Research by the Labour Market Group of Renfrew Lanark has identified trends shared among many businesses nationwide. They have pinpointed challenges such as: Costs Labour Consumer demand Finance Supply Chain Specific issues noted within the labour challenge include difficulty hiring, the need... read more →
  • September 4, 2024
  • WMCO
  • Blog, Lean, Lean
Jul 09

WMCO Spray Finishing Training: A Day of Insight and Skill-Building

July 4th, 2024, WMCO members gathered at Conestoga College’s Woodworking Centre for an engaging and impactful day of Spray Finishing Training. Led by David Blackler, professor and finishing technologist, this event provided attendees with both theoretical knowledge and practical experience designed to enhance the skills and processes of finishing departments.... read more →
  • July 9, 2024
  • WMCO
  • Finishing, Government Program News, IFIT, My Articles, News, Past Events
Nov 20

The Hidden Advantages of a Preventative Maintenance Program

Written by GlueGuard, BWA Associate Member The Hidden Advantages of Preventative Maintenance Programs If your business relies on any type of industrial equipment, you already know that you need a preventative maintenance program. But, just like we all know that we should eat better and exercise more, actually implanting a... read more →
  • November 20, 2020
  • GlueGuard
  • Blog
Nov 19

The dangers of using solvent-based cleaners for employees

Written by GlueGuard, BWA Associate Member The vast majority of industries such as automotive, aerospace, general manufacturing and biomedical need to adhere to strict parts cleaning regulation. To do so effectively and inexpensively, most resort to the use of solvent-based cleaners, such as acetone, alcohol, methanol, kerosene, petroleum and more.... read more →
  • November 19, 2020
  • GlueGuard
  • Blog
Nov 18

Key tips for keeping you PUR equipment happy and your investment healthy

Written by GlueGuard, BWA Associate Member Key tips for keeping you PUR equipment happy and your investment healthy Get started making the most of your PUR investment by following these tips for keeping PUR dispensing equipment in peak condition for consistent operation and minimal downtime. Turn off the heat. This... read more →
  • November 18, 2020
  • GlueGuard
  • Blog
Oct 17

Is your business too hot!?

written by: Alex Bilik B.Sc., FCIP, CRM Commercial Business Development Manager, Cowan Most of us know that dust and flammable vapours need to be aggressively controlled.  But there could be a silent unseen exposure at your facility.  With regards to the electrical system and related equipment, we all know of... read more →
  • October 17, 2019
  • Cowan Insurance Group
  • blogpost, Risk Management
Feb 04

How do we Grow and Develop Our Staff?

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training Milton As a professional development expert, I get asked all the time how do I know how to help my staff? Well good news, it doesn’t have to be so hard. The Devine Inventory provides an Employee Lifecycle set of products that turn Managing and... read more →
  • February 4, 2019
  • WMCO
  • Blog, blogpost, Sales Development, Uncategorized
Jan 29

FOCUSING ON YOUR BEST CUSTOMERS

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training Milton Not all customers are created equally. You have probably heard of Pareto’s Law or the 80/20 rule. In sales, 80% of your revenues will come from 20% of your customers. Companies need to analyze these 20% customers to understand the demographics and psychographics of... read more →
  • January 29, 2019
  • Sandler Training
  • Blog, Sales Development
Jan 23

COMMUNICATE THE WAY THEY WANT IT

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training As a kid growing up, I constantly heard on Sunday to “treat others the way I wanted to be treated”. In Canada, this can get some people into very hot water. I happen to be a part of the 8% of Canadians that want brief,... read more →
  • January 23, 2019
  • Sandler Training
  • Blog, Sales Development
Dec 11

BUILDING YOUR COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training Milton Do you remember when your business was quite young, you had few staff and sales resulted from your own successful efforts? Then success happened, and you slowly and continuously added more staff and today your sales team is working hard but not accomplishing your growth goals.... read more →
  • December 11, 2018
  • Sandler Training
  • Blog, Sales Development
Nov 22

ARE B- OR C PLAYERS DRAGGING YOUR COMPANY DOWN?

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training As the President or Business owner are you “Too Loyal” to your staff or is your staff “Too Loyal” to you? Ask yourself…are your best employees leaving for better opportunities, are you struggling to accomplish your tasks, projects, and goals on time, do new employees come and... read more →
  • November 22, 2018
  • Sandler Training
  • Blog, Sales Development
Nov 15

WONDERING HOW TO MOTIVATE YOUR SALES TEAM?

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training Milton Success in sales is reserved for the motivated people who enjoy representing their company’s products and services. Remember when you were a kid getting up early and bugging your parents to drive you to the ice rink or dance hall? Nobody needed to motivate... read more →
  • November 15, 2018
  • Sandler Training
  • Blog, Sales Development
Oct 16

SKYROCKETING TO THE STARS

By Andrew Wall, Sandler Training Milton If I interviewed your key employees and asked them to describe your business strategy for profitable growth what would I hear?  Crickets?  Diverse answers? Profitably growing your company is a team effort.  Successful companies invest the time and energy to create their One Page... read more →
  • October 16, 2018
  • Michelle Holden
  • Blog, Sales Development
Aug 31

2 SECOND LEAN – A FUN AND FREE WAY TO GET TO KNOW THE PRINCIPALS OF LEAN

Paul Akers offers an entertaining and free chance for you to learn about the principals of Lean in his book 2 Second Lean. Available in ebook and audiobook format! Before you follow the link below do you have a book on Lean Training that you’ve enjoyed? Leave the title and... read more →
  • August 31, 2018
  • Michelle Holden
  • Blog, Lean
Jun 26

Membership Inquiry – Recommendations for Outsourcing CAD Drawings – Summary

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  • June 26, 2017
  • WMCO
  • Blog, Software system, Uncategorized
Mar 14

Market Report: Canadian wood products & Vietnam.

Forestry Innovation Investment (FII) and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) have commissioned the following review of opportunities for Canadian wood products within the Vietnamese manufacturing sector. Click here to download.
  • March 14, 2017
  • Michelle Holden
  • Blog, Government Program News
Mar 09

Reserve your exhibit space now! Ontario Pavilion at IBS 2018

[av_textblock size='' font_color='' color=''] We would like to pass along information about the Ontario Pavilion at the 2018 International Builders Show. Brochure & application form can be downloaded below. To reserve your space, complete the Application Form. [/av_textblock] [av_hr class='default' height='50' shadow='no-shadow' position='center' custom_border='av-border-thin' custom_width='50px' custom_border_color='' custom_margin_top='30px' custom_margin_bottom='30px' icon_select='yes' custom_icon_color=''... read more →
  • March 9, 2017
  • WMCO
  • Blog, Government Program News, Uncategorized

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Moulder Operater
Company Name: Bernie McGlynn Lumber Ltd
Company City: RR#5 Mildmay
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category:
Opening Date: 2014-01-30
Closing Date: 2014-02-14
Production Team Leader
Company Name: Oxford Carriage Door Ltd.
Company City: Stratford,
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Operational Managers
Opening Date: 2015-01-26
Closing Date: 2015-02-10

Description:
A rapidly growing Custom Cedar Garage Door manufacturer immediately requires a:
Full-time Production Team Leader.
This is a hands on position that requires wood working experience, however experience in the manufacturing and assembly of custom garage doors is not necessary. Key responsibilities of this role include overseeing a production team of five employees, managing work flow and production efficiency to achieve daily and weekly production targets as well as ensuring product quality meets with customer expectations. Experience in production scheduling is considered an asset. Wages will be commensurate with experience and abilities. You can learn more at www.ocd.ca. Please forward your resume to amy@ocd.ca.

Wood-worker / Cedar Door Builder
Company Name: Oxford Carriage Door Ltd.
Company City: Stratford
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Production Workers
Opening Date: 2015-01-26
Closing Date: 2015-02-10

Description:
A rapidly growing Custom Cedar Garage Door manufacturer immediately requires a:
Wood-worker / Cedar Door Builder
This is a hands on position that requires wood working experience, however experience in the manufacturing and assembly of custom garage doors is not necessary. Key responsibilities of this role include operation of typical wood-working machinery, and good working knowledge of typical assembly techniques. Wages will be commensurate with experience and abilities. You can learn more at www.ocd.ca. Please forward your resume to amy@ocd.ca.

Experienced Upholester
Company Name: Powell Furniture Inc
Company City: Wallenstein
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Production Workers
Opening Date: 2015-03-04
Closing Date: 2015-08-01

Description:
In need of an upholstery worker- preferably with upholstery experience but will also be willing to train.This is a full time position needed immediately. This work requires no sewing but using an air stapler to pull fabric on new chairs and chair seats. Needs very strong wrists and arms! This shop is located 20 min west of Waterloo or 15 min north of Stratford on a farm

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Company Name: Durham Furniture
Company City: Durham
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Apprenticed Trades
Opening Date: 2016-06-07
Closing Date: 2016-06-15

Description:
Durham Furniture Inc requires an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
3 – 5 years of experience, preferably in a woodworking manufacturing facility

Please respond to: Fax: 519-369-6515
Email: jobs@durhamfurniture.com
Or apply in person to 450 Lambton St. West
Durham, West Grey, Ontario N0G 1R0

No phone calls please. We thank all applicants for responding; however, only those
selected for interview will be contacted.

Materials Manager
Company Name: The Timeless Material Co.
Company City: Waterloo
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Operational Managers
Opening Date: 2016-06-10
Closing Date: 2016-07-30

Description:
“Wanted: Materials Manager (Reclaimed Wood) . Looking for a self motivated individual to coordinate an extensive inventory of reclaimed wood and building components (Incoming/Outgoing). Basic knowledge of tools, wood species and operation of skid steer an asset(s). Opportunity for growth with company.

Interested applicants are asked to submit cover letter and resume to will@timelessmaterials.com.

For more information on what The Timeless Material Co. does, visit: www.timelessmaterials.com”

Cabinet Maker
Company Name: Ladson Creative Millworks
Company City: Allanburg
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Apprenticed Trades
Opening Date: 2016-06-24
Closing Date: 2016-07-09

Description:
Looking to hire a qualified person to manufacture custom millwork and specialized cabinetry. This applicant must have a comprehensive understanding of; wood types woodworking tools (table saw, routers, miter saw, planer…) cabinet and store fixture hardware applications and quality control. A valid drivers licence and their own valid transportation. References requested.

Email jwillms@ladsonmillworks.com with your resume.

Cabinet Maker
Company Name: Ladson Creative Millworks
Company City: Allanburg
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Production Workers
Opening Date: 2016-08-10
Closing Date: 2016-08-25


Description:

A local company is looking to hire a qualified person to manufacture custom millwork and specialized cabinetry. This applicant must have a comprehensive understanding of; wood types woodworking tools (table saw, routers, miter saw, planer…) cabinet and store fixture hardware applications and quality control.

Job Type: Full-time

Required experience:

Cabinetmaking: 5 years
Required license or certification:

Drivers License G
Please contact jwillms@ladsonmillworks.com

Material Processing Labourer
Title: Material Processing Labourer
Company Name: The Timeless Material Co.
Company City: Waterloo
Company Province: Ontario
Occupation Category: Labourers
Opening Date: 2016-09-09
Closing Date: 2016-10-07

Description:
Material Processing Labourer

The Timeless Material Co. is looking for a material processing labourer to join our team. Should have experience using power tools. Experience in the wood industry, a valid G licence and personal transportation also an asset. General responsibilities will be to process material for inventory and custom orders.

Requirements:
– must be self motivated and able to follow instructions
– must have steel toed work boots
– must be capable of heavy lifting (approx 50 lbs)
– must be punctual

Location: Waterloo, ON

If interested please send resume to Chris at materials@timelessmaterials.com or call 226-751-4996.
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