Chair Tiffany Rotondo presided over the meeting. The meeting was called to order at 7:31am. Roll call was taken and a membership quorum was present.
Members Present
Calvin Giles
Amy King
Anna Cobb
Beatris Gonzalez
Bernie Szczepanski
Kate Wollensak
Terry Jarman
Greg Bedalov
Debbie Gaspari
Tom Wendorf
Jim Gamache
Jane Clark
Carol Simler
Jeffrey Feucht
Rich Hubacek (Lisa Dixon)
Marilyn Liwanag
Mary Keating
Tamryn Hennessy
Laura Crawford
Tiffany Rotondo
Alan Mindlin
Members Absent
Barb Szczepaniak
Christine Torres
Darlene Ruscitti
Ian Hardie
Michelle Arnold
Paul Seputis
Barry Saltzman
Dan Allen
Dan Deasy
Diana Robinson
Joseph Cassidy
Mike Kish
Penny Clancy
Kevin Bass
Others Present
Jamie Brown
Lisa Schvach
David Sabathne
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
New Member Introductions
Jamie introduced new Board members, Tamryn Hennessy from the Greater Oakbrook Chamber of Commerce, Debbie Gaspari from Rexnord, Jim Gamache from JBG Management Services and Greg Bedalov from Choose DuPage.
2020 Slate of Officers
The Slate of Officers was presented for 2020. There are no changes to the current slate.
Motion to approve by Carol Simler
Second by Marilyn Liwanag
All ayes, motion APPROVED
MOU Required Changes
Lisa explained that DCEO has requested required revisions to the MOU that was submitted earlier in the year. The requested changes have been made to the MOU and Lisa reviewed the changes.
Motion to approve MOU revisions by Terry Jarman
Second by Calvin Gilves
All ayes, motion APPROVED
WIOA Fiscal Report
Lisa presented the fiscal report. The report indicates that all grant dollars are virtually spent for PY18. DCEO has released monies for PY19, so the next report will reflect the new monies. The Center is required to spend at least 50% of dollars on direct training, the Center exceeded this goal with 58% of funds spent on direct training for clients.
WARN Report
The WARN report remains relatively unchanged from the last report. There was a new layoff at an IT company in Oakbrook. If appropriate, affected workers will be connected with WIB members that may have IT openings. As discussed in previous meetings, it can be difficult to access affected worker lists from some companies as their internal policies prohibit them from doing so. Currently, IDES is working to help supply worker lists via filed unemployment claims so outreach can be done for the affected workers. Updates will be forthcoming on the status of this pilot program.
One-Stop-Operator Update
Dave presented the OSO report. Traffic in the Center remains consistent, with the majority of clients seeking Title 1 Services (training, workshops, etc.).
workNet DuPage Update
Lisa provided the workNet DuPage update. The allocation for PY19 has been released by DCEO, so those funds are now available to spend. Lisa informed the group that she is working with the Marketing Coordinator to develop the Center’s first Year in Review. Jamie will send it out to all WIB members once it is complete.
Healthcare Talent Pipeline Success Story
A client who received training and employment as part of the healthcare initiative shared her story with the group.
Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 8:58 a.m.
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In the next year, we expect to hire CNC machinists
To get that job, you typically need a high school diploma and vocational or technical training in machining. We offer additional on-the-job training once a new machinist with the foundational skills and experience joins the team so they can continue to master their craft.
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In the next year, we expect to hire Assembly Operators
To get that job, you typically need a high school diploma, a mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn and closely follow processes and work instructions.
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Assembly Operators From this position, you could grow into
lead operator
supervisor
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DuPage Location: West Chicago, IL
Total number of employees in DuPage: 900 during peak season
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The Jel Sert Company is a leading manufacturer of food and beverage products. For the past 20 years, our team has been dedicated to establishing an exemplary manufacturing infrastructure that supports the needs of some of the world’s largest Consumer Packaged Goods and pharmaceutical companies.
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In the next year, we expect to hire 2-3 technicians
To get this job, you typically need a Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with electrical, hydraulics, programming, and mechanical PLCs is required.
We pay $2.00 per hour shift differential for all time worked on 3rd shift. *Rate of pay depends on one’s experience, education, and skills.
Our best technicians have: Strong mechanical and electrical skills Additionally, someone that takes pride in their work, is honest, creative in their ideas, and works as a professional in a team environment.
All Technicians are sent to College of DuPage for classes. Technicians are scheduled for a series of six mechanical and six electrical classes. Classes are during work hours, so Technicians are paid for their time in class. We adjust their hours to spend half their shift on the floor and the balance in the class. Jel Sert pays for this training which includes classroom and lab work. All Technicians are involved in this training despite their experience level.
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