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C O M P A N Y P R O F I L E S 7 2 S T U F F • F a l l 2 0 1 7 OKAY INDUSTRIES, INC. A century-old company which is a preferred supplier for metal stampings and machined components is also a leader in precision laser-processing and automated assemblies used in life-saving medical devices. Okay Industries continues to meet the demands of progressive industry developments by continuously investing in the latest technology and the development of its workforce. The National Fund for Workforce Solutions selected OKAY as a 2016 Young Adult Employer Champion – one of only six in the nation to receive this designation. www. OkayInd.com Address: 200 Ellis St., New Britain, CT 06051 Phone: 860-225-8707 Full-time employees: 270 Year founded: 1968 Additional Company Location: Okay Industries Medical Products Manufacturing Berlin, CT; Okay Industries Medical & Precision Manufacturing Alajuela, Costa Rica President: Jason Howey C O M PA N Y P R O F I L E Okay Industries manufactures products for the medical field, such as components & assemblies for laparoscopic, endoscopic and arthroscopic procedures; surgical stapling components & assemblies; surgical cutters, blades/knives, handles, scissors & assemblies — as well as components for the automotive industry, such as timing chain guides and diesel fuel injection systems. OKAY engineers and manufactures components and sub-assemblies for industry leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), in the medical, automotive, defense/firearms and industrial markets. Okay Industries has jobs in many areas of operations, administration, engineering, quality and maintenance. The company routinely looks for tool and die makers, equipment technicians, manufacturing and quality engineers, wire EDM operators, die designers, CNC operators, and finishing and assembly operators. A tool and die apprenticeship offers on-the- job training and National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) training. When completed, students earn a journeyman's card for tool and die from the Department of Labor. The company continues to invest in process improvements that reduce the creation of scrap and waste. It has partnered with utility and waste management services to maximize energy- efficiency and protect the environment. P R O D U C T S Okay Industries has the latest technology in laser cutting, welding and surface marking. OKAY invests in its people and the industries and communities it serves. The OKAY Hunger Stampers raise funds for Friendship Service Center during their annual Walk Against Hunger. I N T E R N S H I P P R O G R A M C A R E E R / J O B O P P O R T U N I T I E S M A R K E T S / C U S TO M E R S E N V I R O N M E N TA L A W A R E N E S S "I started as a finishing and assembly worker. Manufacturing is an industry in which you are always learning and improving on skills and products." Paola Caban POSITION: CNC Operator AGE: 21 SCHOOL: H.C. Wilcox Technical High School; attending Goodwin College YEARS AT COMPANY: 1