Increasing Efficiency from Concept to Final Product Columbia Manufacturing is committed to manufacturing quality parts on time, every time. To support continuous improvement with a growing backlog of new parts, we have implemented a New Part Introduction (NPI) process. CMI Manufacturing Engineers play an active role in the pre-production stage, preparing components and supplies,
Willimantic Salvation Army Adopt-a-Family Program Through the generosity Columbia Manufacturing employees, our company was able to support the Willimantic Adopt-a-Family holiday giving program once again. CMI employees donated unwrapped gifts and gift cards over several weeks to bring joy to at least one family in the local community this holiday season. Columbia Manufacturing and
These employees are some of CMI’s latest new hires. They have various levels of experience and work in Engineering, Inspection, and Manufacturing. We are happy to have them on board, and they are already making meaningful contributions to our team! In the face of an ongoing skilled labor shortage in Connecticut, especially in manufacturing,
Employee Appreciation Fun The second annual CMI Fall Picnic took place recently on an early autumn day with perfect weather, good food, camaraderie, and some friendly competition. For the past two years, the Company has devoted time out of the busy work schedule for employees to have fun and get to know each other
COVID Relief Program Averted Layoffs The COVID-19 pandemic, which started in the first quarter of 2020, resulted in an unprecedented downturn in the aerospace industry. To persevere through this challenging time and maintain our greatest asset – our people – CMI applied for and was granted financial support through various programs offered under
Columbia Manufacturing is proud to support our community through local sponsorships. In early May, we sponsored the RHAM Youth Baseball Spring Swing Golf Tournament at Blackledge Country Club in Hebron, Connecticut. This organization promotes and develops teambuilding and baseball skills to boys and girls in the regional Hebron, Andover, and Marlborough communities. Good luck to
One-on-One Interview with Made in America Podcast Robert Friedland joined CMI in 2018 with over 30 years of experience leading industrial manufacturing companies to achieve profitable growth and operational excellence. Over the last four years, he has applied lessons learned to guide our company to new heights.In this video interview, Rob talks candidly about his
Columbia Manufacturing is a proud sponsor of the Northeastern Shamrocks Boys Hockey team. The team is comprised of players from Rockville, Bolton, Coventry, East Hartford, RHAM, and Windham Tech high schools. Good luck in your 2021-2022 season!
Columbia Manufacturing CEO Robert Friedland talked with Ari Santiago on location at ACM 2021. The podcast begins two signature questions, what do you make and why do you make it.CMI is poised for unprecedented growth in 2022 and beyond. Navigating supply chain issues and workforce challenges require focus and innovation. As the largest employer in
In preparation for unprecedented growth, we have invested in upgrading our welding capabilities and capacity by acquiring and installing a new Jetline® automated welding system. This new capability increases efficiency and throughput while effectively utilizing resources. The welding system has a 360-degree reach of nine feet radially and can rise to 10 feet high.
