Events &
Trainings
Discover CONNSTEP-led trainings and partner-hosted events focused on strengthening manufacturing businesses statewide.
Explore CONNSTEP Trainings
CONNSTEP offers a variety of training and programs designed to support the growth and development of your organization and your workforce.
We offer public programs, custom on-site trainings, specialized workshops, online learning modules, and timely webinars focusing on compliance readiness, supply chain management, lean methodology, workforce development, and more.
Ranging from single-day to multi-week instruction, CONNSTEP’s training and events will help you prepare your workforce for future challenges, including cybersecurity and AI integration, improve employee skills and productivity, and build a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Public Trainings
Leadership Trainings
Supervisor Bootcamp
Our Supervisor Bootcamp workshop series equips participants with the skills and knowledge needed to become effective and successful supervisors. Supervisors play a critical role in the success of their teams and the organization as a whole, and this program provides practical strategies to enhance leadership impact.
Lean Trainings
Continuous Improvement Champion Certification (CICC)
Equip employees with practical Lean management tools and techniques to drive process improvement. Through hands-on projects, experiential learning, and personalized mentoring, participants gain skills to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and apply continuous improvement principles across the organization.
Lean Practitioner
This program ensures that participants not only understand the theoretical underpinnings of Lean but also gain the practical ability to apply these concepts in real-world scenarios. Key subjects covered include Lean Awareness, Performance Measurement & Management, Kaizen, 5S, Setup Reduction, Cell Design, Pull Kanban, and Standard Work. Through this training, individuals will be prepared to drive efficiently, reduce lead times, and enhance overall organizational effectiveness.
Lean for Manufacturers
Learn the core Lean principles to optimize processes, eliminate waste, and enhance operational efficiency. Participants explore the “Eight Wastes,” Value Stream Mapping, 5S workplace organization, pull/Kanban systems, and quality-at-the-source techniques to improve flow, reduce inventory, and build a culture of continuous improvement.
Quality & Compliance
Six Sigma Green Belt
Gain a structured, data-driven approach to process improvement using the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control). Participants learn to identify opportunities, analyze problems, implement validated solutions, and sustain improvements through statistical tools, control plans, and real-world projects.
Quality Essentials Program (QEP)
Develop skilled quality personnel to maintain the integrity and reputation of your products. Participants learn core quality concepts, workplace skills, problem-solving techniques, print reading, measurement, and mistake-proofing to prevent errors and ensure consistent product quality.
CMMC Bootcamp
Prepare your company for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 compliance. This series of five half-day workshops guides participants through NIST SP 800-171 practices, cybersecurity policies, and implementation strategies to protect sensitive information and ensure eligibility for Department of Defense contracts.
Supply Chain Resilience
Supply Chain Champion Program
Build a resilient, agile, and future-ready supply chain. This two-day program teaches supply chain professionals and decision-makers strategies to manage risks, optimize planning, implement flexible manufacturing and distribution systems, and leverage digital technologies to improve supply chain performance and compliance.
Technology
AI for Manufacturers
COMING SOON: CONNSTEP is developing a program to help manufacturers explore AI applications for process optimization, predictive maintenance, quality management, and data-driven decision-making. This program will prepare employees to implement AI solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve operational performance.
On-Site Trainings

Our On-Site Training is designed to meet your facility exactly where it is today. Rather than a "one-size-fits-all" curriculum, we collaborate with you to build a Customized On-Site Training that can blend leadership, operational efficiency, and technical compliance into one seamless delivery.
By bringing the classroom to your production floor, we eliminate travel downtime and ensure that the lessons are applied directly to your processes and your people.
Our On-Site Training is a customizable experience that blends our curriculums into a program tailored to your unique needs. You can create a specific training day or series, integrating everything from Supervisor Bootcamp leadership skills and Applied Lean tools like 5S and Kaizen to technical Quality Essentials. Whether you need to bolster your CMMC compliance and supply chain resilience or explore AI-driven predictive maintenance, we deliver these diverse topics at your shop to ensure direct operational improvement.
Ready to Transform Your Facility?
Contact us today to schedule a consultation. We’ll walk your shop floor with you, identify opportunities for growth, and build a custom training agenda that delivers immediate results for your team.
(NEW) Online Trainings

Introducing the MFG Skills Hub, this online learning portal is designed for the modern manufacturing workforce, offering a library of on-demand micro-lessons and comprehensive curricula that fit into any schedule.
Whether you are looking for free introductory resources or specialized paid certificate programs, the Hub provides a wide range of lessons, from quick 10-minute skill-boosters to in-depth 2-hour technical sessions.
Beyond just training, the MFG Skills Hub serves as a central ecosystem where you can access the latest Connecticut manufacturing news, participate in industry polls, and join on-demand webinars or live workshops.
Basic access is completely free and includes a dedicated collaboration area featuring a community forum to share insights with fellow manufacturers.
For those looking for more on-demand trainings, a premium upgrade is available to unlock an expanded library of advanced trainings and professional certificate programs. Gain your free basic access today by simply completing a quick 3-minute survey.
Upcoming Industry Events
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Grow. Improve.
Succeed.
Connect with our team today to find out how CONNSTEP can empower your manufacturing business to compete and thrive.
Grow.
Improve.
Succeed.
Connect with our team today to find out how CONNSTEP can empower your manufacturing business to compete and thrive.


