About Chapter 21 of the SME in Cincinnati, Ohio...






 As the world's leading resource for manufacturing information and knowledge, the Society of Manufacturing Engineers promotes an increased awareness of the value of manufacturing among industry professionals and the general public, while introducing young people to exciting career options in the field. We also identify, support and fund improvements in the educational system to better prepare tomorrow's engineers and scientists for the tough challenges they face.

For half a million manufacturing engineers, executives, and members in more than 70 countries around the globe, our Society is the source for knowledge, networking, and skills development opportunities that help them advance their careers, their companies, and their industries. Through its member programs, publications, expositions, and professional development resources, SME promotes an increased awareness of manufacturing engineering and helps keep manufacturing professionals up to date on leading trends and technologies.  Headquartered in Michigan, SME influences more than half a million manufacturing engineers and executives annually.  The Society has members in 70 countries and is supported by a network of hundreds of chapters worldwide.

Chapter 21 of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Chapter 21 provides a local forum to meet other professionals doing similar jobs with similar goals and experiences related to engineering. Our membership encompasses directors, managers, process engineers, manufacturing engineers, trades people, and even lawyers.  The chapter organizes monthly factory tours to leading manufacturing and engineering companies. We also organize monthly chapter meetings and social events throughout the year. The chapter is actively engaged in assisting you with lean certification.  Finally, it provides you with an opportunity to network and make business contacts.

We encourage you to contact any of the members of the Executive Board and join us in enhancing and spreading manufacturing knowledge  and technology.


Our Goal:  We hope that young people, when considering their career options, will recognize the benefits rendered to themselves and to society by the engineering profession. If you would like to contribute to this cause, participate in an event, advertise on the website or in the Queen City Bulletin, provide scholarships, or support the organization in the Cincinnati area, please contact any member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers Executive Board, or the SME Chapter 21 Webmaster at  rfcoutinho@woodlamping.com