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M A N U F A C T U R I N G A L L S T A R S 2 0 2 3 3 S P O N S O R P A I D P R O F I L E NERCON CONVEYOR SYSTEMS Neenah | Oconto nerconconveyors.com P eople are the key to Nercon's success. The company is always looking for new talent, especially people eager to bring their energy to the state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oconto County or engineering facility in Neenah — both places rich in recreational pursuits to enjoy when the workday is done. "Nercon has been intentional about hiring the best people we can find who want to call Northeast Wisconsin their home," says Vice President Steve Anklam. "The people who have helped build this company and are producing our equipment range in education from those with GEDs to those with master's degrees." What does Nercon do? It's a leading manufacturer of conveyor systems — equipment that helps other manufacturers move parts and products in efficient ways. Nercon employees have enjoyed long-term success in engineering, design, manufacturing, sales and administrative roles. Founded in 1976, the company has invested in modern fabrication equipment, an environmentally friendly new powder-paint line, and 21st century manufacturing technologies. "The benefits of modern manufacturing are better, more reliable products for Nercon's customers, increased efficiencies, and yes, even more interesting careers," Anklam says. "All the technology and modern manufacturing improvements are meaningless without good people." Tuition reimbursement, company-sponsored sporting events and even a traveling trophy for the company's fantasy football league are just some of the perks of working for Nercon. Employees at the company's Neenah headquarters also enjoy an on-site fitness center. Nercon employees are proud of their Midwest work ethic, Anklam says: "working hard, solving problems — and even having fun — doing what you are doing." Want to know more about opportunities at Nercon? Visit the company's website at www.nerconconveyors.com. All Stars represent outstanding manufacturing employees who are between the ages of 18 and 35 and have great stories to tell about their achievements. All Star mentors represent standout manufacturing employees of any age who are the best examples of those who strengthen their company's workforce or participate in outreach in schools or the community. All Stars can represent any career area within manufacturing and are nominated by NEW Manufacturing Alliance company members. This year's issue on page 22 features two people who are outside of the age range but are also being recognized for their outstanding contributions to their companies. Click on the photos in the online version of this publication to learn firsthand from the All Stars about their chosen career paths. Who knows? Maybe you could be an All Star, too. All Star stats: • More than 200,000 copies of the NEWMA All Stars publication have reached the hands of high school and technical college students, as well as their teachers and manufacturing leaders. • Over 170 manufacturing employees have been spotlighted in the All Stars magazine over the last 14 years in a variety of occupations. HOW CAN I BE AN ALL STAR OR ALL STAR MENTOR? O

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