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Let’s Solve Your Toughest Manufacturing Challenges
Manufacturing Is Hard. You Don’t Have to Do It Alone.
WMEP is a nonprofit organization with a simple mission: to help Wisconsin manufacturers succeed. We partner with small and mid-size manufacturers to implement lasting improvements and drive sustainable business growth. Our advisors bring real-world industry experience and deliver practical solutions across three key focus areas—Growth, Operations, and People.
Our Impact in Wisconsin
WMEP averages nearly a 20:1 Return on Investment (ROI) for manufacturers
4,000+
Manufacturers Served
28,412
Jobs Created + Retained
$7.8b
Economic Impact
Facing These Challenges? We Can Help.
Growth
Unclear business strategy
Missing financial targets
Struggling to enter new markets
Margins and profits are unstable
Reliance on one or few customers
Operations
Rising costs eating into profits
Missing productivity targets
Automation underperforming
Quality or delivery issues
Audit or certification pressures
People
Leadership skills gaps
High turnover, low engagement
Culture hindering performance
Inconsistent accountability
Difficulty attracting or retaining talent
Manufacturing Case Studies
SharkCrates Reorganizes for Growth and Doubles Production Efficiency
Read more: SharkCrates Reorganizes for Growth and Doubles Production EfficiencyCompany Profile SharkCrates, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, designs and manufactures custom wooden shipping crates, pallets, and reusable wood packaging. Founded six years ago by Nate Collins and partners, this family-owned company is known for its craftsmanship, responsiveness, and commitment to quality. SharkCrates serves a wide range of industries that depend on durable, sustainable packaging to…
Testimonials
Beth did an excellent job facilitating a diverse group of employees through the Value Stream Map process as it pertains to the manufacturing of brass brush holders. These holders are what contain a brush in a motor or generator. Two key results from the VSM included: a 5-day reduction in our quote lead time; and a 15% increase in weekly capacity.
Joe Miller
,Vice President OperationsHelwig Carbon Products
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