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WRTP Big Step celebrated graduation for Leonardo DRS training

July 25, 2019

On Wednesday, July 17, 2019, the Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership (WRTP)/BIG STEP students have completed the required courses for Leonardo DRS employment. The will go immediately into a hands-on training program at Leonardo DRS to begin a permanent position after all requirements have been completed. Nine people were trained in Entry Level Manufacturing Skills (ELMS)… [Read More]

WRTP/BIG STEP honors graduates of apprenticeship readiness training program

January 31, 2019

On Friday, January 4, 2019, WRTP/BIG STEP, in partnership with Employ Milwaukee and Leonardo DRS, presented the graduates for the ELMS-Electrical Assembly Apprenticeship Readiness Training program, at their facility, 3841 West Wisconsin Ave. WRTP/BIG STEP’s registered apprenticeships offer opportunities to earn a salary while learning the skills necessary to succeed in high-demand careers. Not only… [Read More]

WRTP/Big Step hosts completion ceremony for MSSC safety courses

September 13, 2018

On Tuesday, September 4, 2018, WRTP/Big Step held a completion ceremony for their Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) safety courses at their building, 3841 W. Wisconsin Ave. This course emphasizes safety, fire extinguisher use, and wearing proper personal protective equipment such as eye and ear protection and hard hats. The students completed the MSSC safety… [Read More]