General Program - Bridge Grant

In 1916, an Italian immigrant began the Piantedosi Bread Company, which today produces over 500,000 bread units daily and employs around 200 diverse individuals. However, with the passage of time, the company faced significant challenges:

Departments within Piantedosi operated in isolation, limiting synergy and collaboration. This, combined with an increasing market demand and certain communication hindrances, began to affect their efficiency and safety standards. In their quest to remain competitive and cohesive, the WorkForce Training Fund (WTFP) stepped in, seeing an opportunity to streamline their operations. Taking on the role of the “connector”, the program introduce them to a suite of training programs, These included Leadership Skills Development, process improvement and Advanced ESOL and Literacy training, tailored to cater to the diverse workforce of Piantedosi.

This strategic intervention and commitment of WTFP bore fruit: Piantedosi witnessed a 25% reduction in raw material waste, achieved their best safety record in 2020, and managed to drastically reduce freshness complaints. The WorkForce Training Fund continues to champion businesses, identifying challenges and bridging gaps, ensuring that both employers and employees can access the best resources and opportunities available.