Partner Benefits
The Benefits of Becoming a WestComp Partner
The West Central Ohio Manufacturing Partnership (WestComp) exists to solve one of the biggest challenges facing manufacturers today: building and keeping a strong workforce.
When you join WestComp, you’re not just becoming a member — you’re joining a regional force dedicated to growing talent, strengthening training systems, and elevating the next generation of manufacturing professionals.
Below are the core benefits that make WestComp one of the most impactful partnerships in our region.
1. Hiring & Retention Support
Hiring is harder and more competitive than ever — which is why WestComp partners work together to attract, prepare, and retain manufacturing talent.
As a partner, you get access to:
- Shared regional recruiting initiatives
- Job postings on the WestComp network
- Best-practice templates for job descriptions & onboarding
- Strategies to reduce turnover
- Opportunities to showcase your company to students & job seekers
- Access to workforce and economic development partners
- Collaboration on community job fairs & promotional events
Outcome:
You save time, lower hiring costs, and gain a pipeline of workers who understand and value manufacturing careers.
2. Training & Upskilling Opportunities
From apprenticeships to onboarding systems to grant-supported training programs, WestComp provides pathways to help your employees grow.
Partners benefit from:
- Training grant opportunities (TechCred, Good Jobs Challenge, Scaling Apprenticeships)
- Connections with local training providers
- Curriculum alignment with regional schools
- Employee upskilling programs & certifications
- Shared best practices for improving training systems
Outcome:
Your employees gain the skills they need to succeed — and your company grows a more capable workforce.
3. Learning & Community Awareness
The next generation of manufacturing talent comes from students, parents, teachers, and career influencers. WestComp leads regional efforts that help them understand the modern world of manufacturing.
Partner-driven initiatives include:
- Manufacturing Power Hours in local schools
- Teacher job shadowing & Educator Manufacturing Experiences
- STEM camp support
- Robotics & engineering program partnerships
- Community education programs
- Public presentations through the Speakers Bureau
Outcome:
Community awareness increases, student interest rises, and manufacturing becomes a first-choice career pathway.
4. Networking & Collaboration With Industry Leaders
When you join WestComp, you’re not alone. You’re part of a network of manufacturers who openly share ideas, challenges, and solutions.
Partners participate in:
- Quarterly meetings
- Best-practice exchanges
- Joint initiatives with schools & workforce agencies
- Member spotlights & regional recognition
- Shared access to data, insights & trends
- Collaborative grant opportunities
Outcome:
You learn faster, grow stronger, and make decisions with the support of industry peers.