EICC Business & Industry News

EICC, Industry Partners Launch Program to Train Next-Gen Process Technicians

For years, local manufacturers struggled to find skilled operators. Now, with industry at the table, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) has launched a fast-track program to deliver the trained technicians companies need to keep plants running strong.

Confidence at Work and Home: Dayana Vargas’ Story

Confidence means everything at work — and for Dayana Vargas, an advanced machine operator at HNI Workplace Furnishings, it’s changed her experience on the line and beyond.

Discover the Writer in You: EICC Offers Two New Fall Writing Classes

CNC Technician Training Supports Local Manufacturing Workforce

EICC is offering a CNC Entry-Level Technician course this fall to help meet growing demand for skilled workers in the region’s machining and manufacturing industries.

EICC Launches Regional Workforce Development and Training Survey

This effort is a key step in better understanding the real-time needs of local industries and ensuring that EICC continues to deliver responsive, high-quality training solutions for our ever-evolving workforce landscape.

A Free Class. A CNA License. A Nursing Career.

When Mekayla Peters looks at her life today—deep into her third semester of nursing school with just one to go—it feels almost surreal.

New Leadership Course Builds Practical Skills

Launching this June, Advanced Frontline Leadership is a new five-session course designed to help supervisors grow into confident, capable leaders with the tools to build trust, lead with empathy, and motivate teams across career stages.

Jeff’s Journey: Growing Talent In-House

For Jeff Wanzek, a packing line operator with seven years of experience at the plant, the opportunity was unexpected but life-changing.

Leallen Ehlers: Championing Talent and Teamwork

Leallen is a 1983 graduate of the Electronic Engineering Technology program. I have 35 years of manufacturing experience, working for General Electric, DuPont, and Eaton Aerospace. Over the years, I’ve held positions as Automation Technician, ME, Quality Manager, Customer Service Manager, Operations Superintendent, and Director of Operation.

Goodwill Works With EICC And Partners to Expand Career Access

Goodwill of the Heartland is launching a new Manufacturing Career Pathway to ensure people have access to the skills and support they need to thrive. Through EICC, participants can earn a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician certificate.