Workforce Training Solutions

The Non-Ferrous Founders' Society (NFFS) is dedicated to supporting member foundries in meeting one of today’s biggest challenges: building and sustaining a strong, capable workforce.

Whether you’re looking to upskill current employees, onboard new talent, or strengthen your long-term pipeline, NFFS offers a range of solutions to help you succeed.

What We Offer

• Training Support
  Resources and tools to help you implement effective on-the-job training and employee development programs tailored to the foundry environment.
  
  
• Apprenticeship & Youth Engagement
  Guidance for launching or expanding apprenticeship programs and engaging the next generation of workers through partnerships with schools and training providers.
  
  
• Online Learning
  Access to education and training content through Tooling U-SME, the leading provider of online learning for manufacturing companies through their flexible and accessible platform designed with your workforce in mind.
  
  
• Custom Solutions
  Need something unique? We’ll work with you to identify the right training resources, partners, or programs that align with your business goals.

Why It Matters
A well-trained workforce leads to higher productivity, improved safety, stronger retention, and better business results. NFFS is here to help you build that workforce, whether you’re starting from scratch or enhancing what’s already in place.

Get Started
Explore our full range of training and workforce development resources, or contact us directly to discuss your specific needs. Contact Bill Padnos, Director of Workforce Development, at bill@nffs.org to get started.