Racine Sun

Racine County recently issued the following announcement.

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has awarded E.C. Styberg Engineering Co. over $300,000 as part of its Workforce Equity Grant Program.

Styberg applied for the grant in partnership with Racine County and Gateway Technical College as part of a joint effort to solve labor challenges and improve racial equity in our County. The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development has announced it is awarding the company $306,190 in support of upskilling current and new talent in advanced manufacturing. 

The funding will allow Styberg to recruit, train, and provide on-the-job coaching to roughly 25 trainees. The trainees will primarily come from underserved populations and receive industry-recognized certifications in CNC and mechanical maintenance through Gateway Technical College.

“E.C. Styberg Engineering has long been a community enthusiast, and with employment levels as they are today, we are hoping that this agreement will help a wide range of people in the Racine area,” said John Baker, President of E.C. Styberg Engineering Co.

“We continue to work collaboratively to connect Racine County businesses with workers and to lift people of color into family-sustaining jobs. For over 90 years, E.C. Styberg Engineering has been an industry pillar in Racine County. We are so grateful to partner with them on this win-win effort that helps both businesses and underserved populations,” Racine County Executive Jonathan Delagrave said.

“Gateway has a long-standing commitment to the education and training for exceptional companies like E.C. Styberg Engineering. Through this partner grant, E.C. Styberg Engineering will demonstrate their leadership in providing greater opportunities for current and new employees in advanced manufacturing careers,” said Bryan Albrecht, President and Chief Executive Officer, Gateway Technical College.

Baker added: “As Jonathan has stated, Styberg has and wants to continue to serve the Racine area by having the jobs needed for the community. With additional programs such as our education assistance program, we promote advancements within the company so all employees can work toward other positions. But it all starts with a successful beginning, and we hope this program is that beginning.”

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