Manufacturers Council Inland Empire

Manufacturers Council Inland Empire The Manufacturers’ Council of the Inland Empire (MCIE) supports and provides education on manufacturing topics. Visit mfgcouncilie.com for more information

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Problems don't become expensive overnight.More often, they start as small warning signs that go unnoticed.⚠️ Delayed shi...
06/04/2026

Problems don't become expensive overnight.

More often, they start as small warning signs that go unnoticed.

⚠️ Delayed shipments
⚠️ Quality issues
⚠️ Equipment downtime
⚠️ Production bottlenecks

The most effective manufacturing teams don't wait for problems to grow. They create systems that make challenges visible early, allowing teams to respond quickly and keep operations moving.

Visibility isn't just about tracking numbers—it's about giving people the information they need to make better decisions every day.

How does your team keep work visible across the operation?

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Every manufacturer has problems they know about.Late shipments.Equipment downtime.Staffing challenges.Production bottlen...
06/03/2026

Every manufacturer has problems they know about.

Late shipments.
Equipment downtime.
Staffing challenges.
Production bottlenecks.

But some of the most expensive problems are the ones you don't know exist yet.

The process weakness that only shows up when demand spikes.
The critical knowledge held by one employee.
The hidden inefficiency that's costing time and money every day.

By the time these issues become visible, they've often already had an impact.

Manufacturing Modernization Assessments help manufacturers uncover opportunities, identify risks, and build a roadmap for future growth before small problems become big ones.

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💬 What's a challenge your company discovered that no one saw coming?

⛳ A great day on the course for an even greater cause!Yesterday, we hosted our Charity Golf Classic at Bear Valley Count...
06/03/2026

⛳ A great day on the course for an even greater cause!

Yesterday, we hosted our Charity Golf Classic at Bear Valley Country Club in Victorville, where 10 teams came together to help raise scholarship funds for vocational training programs.

Golfers competed for:
🏌️ Longest Drive
🚙 A Hole-in-One Jeep Prize
🎸 A Limited-Edition Fender Guitar and other raffle prizes

Most importantly, every swing, raffle ticket, and sponsorship helped support workforce development opportunities for future skilled trades professionals.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, sponsored the event, volunteered, and helped make the day such a success. We truly had a great time doing good for our community.

Stay tuned—our next Charity Golf Classic is coming this fall! 🍂

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What happens when demand suddenly spikes? Or when a supplier falls behind? Or when a key employee is unavailable?Many ma...
06/01/2026

What happens when demand suddenly spikes? Or when a supplier falls behind? Or when a key employee is unavailable?

Many manufacturing operations don't discover their vulnerabilities until they're under pressure.

Agile manufacturing isn't about moving faster. It's about building the flexibility to adapt when conditions change.

In Part 2 of our Agile Manufacturing series, we explore how manufacturers can:

🔹 Make work and priorities visible

🔹 Identify and address bottlenecks before they limit growth

🔹 Build resilience through cross-training

🔹 Foster a culture of continuous improvement

The most successful manufacturers aren't the ones that avoid change. They're the ones who are prepared for it.

📊 Organizations that embrace agility don't just survive change. They turn it into a competitive advantage.

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How does your organization stay agile when priorities shift?

Some leaders build companies.Others help build communities.Wallace "Wally" Brithinee has spent his career doing both.As ...
05/30/2026

Some leaders build companies.

Others help build communities.

Wallace "Wally" Brithinee has spent his career doing both.

As Board President of MCIE, Wally brings decades of experience as a manufacturer, entrepreneur, and industry advocate. From helping develop industry standards to supporting workforce development and regional partnerships, his work has always focused on helping manufacturers succeed together.

One of his core beliefs is that manufacturers often face the same challenges—and that collaboration can unlock solutions no single company could easily create on its own.

That mindset continues to shape MCIE's mission of supporting manufacturers throughout the Inland Empire.

So here's something to think about:

What is the biggest opportunity for manufacturers to work together today?

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Congratulations to A&R Tarpaulins Inc. for being recognized as the Resource or Process Innovation Award winner.As a seco...
05/28/2026

Congratulations to A&R Tarpaulins Inc. for being recognized as the Resource or Process Innovation Award winner.

As a second-generation Inland Empire manufacturer transitioning into its third generation of family leadership, A&R Tarpaulins continues to demonstrate how innovation can evolve alongside legacy.

The company was honored for developing a Cable Net Assembly Jig designed to improve production speed, increase precision, and create more consistent results. By building this solution in-house, they were able to streamline their process and strengthen overall performance.

This is a great example of how practical innovation can make a meaningful impact on manufacturing operations.

So here’s something to think about
What improvements could transform your process?

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Congratulations to The Peggs Company of Riverside, California, winner of the Marketing Innovation Award at the 2026 Manu...
05/27/2026

Congratulations to The Peggs Company of Riverside, California, winner of the Marketing Innovation Award at the 2026 Manufacturing Innovation Awards Dinner.

The Peggs Company, a third-generation Inland Empire family business serving grocery and retail customers, was honored for its Matrix Series — a reimagined line of shopping carts designed to create a quieter, smoother, and more durable in-store experience.

The Matrix Series is engineered to resist vibration and misalignment while giving retailers customizable branding options that align with store décor.

Made from 100% recyclable polymer materials with modular parts, the carts combine sustainability, customer experience, and retailer differentiation in a meaningful way.

This recognition highlights the kind of thoughtful, practical innovation happening right here in the Inland Empire.

Congratulations again to The Peggs Company.

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“If manufacturers don’t innovate, they don’t thrive.”That powerful reminder from CMTA President & CEO Lance Hastings spe...
05/27/2026

“If manufacturers don’t innovate, they don’t thrive.”

That powerful reminder from CMTA President & CEO Lance Hastings speaks to a reality many manufacturers know well.

The pressure to reduce costs, improve efficiency, adapt to new technologies, and prepare the workforce for what comes next is only growing.

That is why MCIE is offering Manufacturing Modernization Assessments and Roadmaps for Inland Empire manufacturers.

These assessments and roadmaps are designed to help companies identify practical opportunities to strengthen operations, improve competitiveness, reduce costs, and plan for future growth.

Veteran manufacturing experts will provide customized assessments and modernization plans across areas such as automation, advanced manufacturing systems, energy efficiency, workforce development, and operational improvement.

All assessment and roadmap expenses are covered through grant funding secured by MCIE exclusively for Inland Empire manufacturers.

To learn more or schedule a brief introductory consultation, contact:

Sandra Sisco
[email protected]

Debbie Smith
[email protected]

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MCIE is offering No-Cost Modernization Assessments and Roadmaps for qualifying manufacturers in Riverside and San Bernar...
05/23/2026

MCIE is offering No-Cost Modernization Assessments and Roadmaps for qualifying manufacturers in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

This opportunity is designed to help manufacturers identify cost savings, improve competitiveness, support workforce development, and create a practical roadmap for modernization.

Through the process, manufacturers may receive an introductory call, an on-site assessment, and a customized roadmap focused on areas such as production efficiency, technology gaps, quality systems, energy costs, workforce challenges, and access to incentive programs.

There is no cost, no obligation, and no sales pitch.

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