Empowering Teams Through Workplace ESOL

Wirefab, Inc., a small, employee-owned manufacturing company in Worcester, is making strides in workforce development through the implementation of on-site ESOL training. With the support of a Workforce Training Fund Express grant, Wirefab partnered with Aspire Training and Development LLC to provide essential English language training to eight employees, aiming to improve communication between team members and supervisors. Wirefab, Inc., a small, employee-owned manufacturing company in Worcester, is making strides in workforce development through the implementation of on-site ESOL training.

With the support of a Workforce Training Fund Express grant, Wirefab partnered with Aspire Training and Development LLC to provide essential English language training to eight employees, aiming to improve communication between team members and supervisors. “This training through Aspire has been so convenient to have here on-site,” said Peter Armanetti, President of Wirefab. “In our manufacturing environment, where we work with machinery and heavy equipment, effective communication is critical to operating efficiently and safely. The training has been very favorable, increasing morale, confidence, and teamwork across our team.” Among those benefiting from the program is Candy Vizcaino Gaspar, a machine operator who has been with Wirefab for four years. As a mother and head of her household, Candy has faced significant challenges in learning English since arriving in Massachusetts from the Dominican Republic 11 years ago. The convenience of on-site training has been a game-changer for her. “Working for so long and being a parent, it’s difficult to find time for learning,” Candy shared. “Through this training, I’ve learned a lot, and I feel like I can communicate better and express myself more. When I started working here, I struggled to understand, but now, with a more diverse team and this training, it has helped.” Candy also highlighted the importance of programs like these, noting that many people in the state don’t have the resources to pay for ESOL training. “Programs like this are crucial,” she said, expressing her hope for continued opportunities for growth within Wirefab. Wirefab’s commitment to its employees through language training not only enhances individual skills but also strengthens the overall team dynamic, ensuring a safer and more efficient workplace.