About
The Tooling & Manufacturing Association (TMA) was founded in 1925 by 8 small manufacturing companies who thought they could better themselves by associating with one another. Through the years, members established programs and services that would help their businesses grow and prosper, train their employees, and provide medical and retirement benefits. As a result of these efforts, TMA has grown into a 1,250 member not-for-profit organization of precision manufacturing and supplier companies in the greater Chicago area.
TMA is governed by a Board of Directors, composed of executives from member firms. A full-time professional staff works closely with the Board and its committees and trusts.
Mission & Purpose
Recognizing manufacturers as value-added producers of goods and services, and creators of high quality jobs for Chicago area citizens, the Tooling & Manufacturing Association supports industry by providing educational opportunities, industry representation, services to foster member company global competitiveness and by:
- Helping member companies train and educate personnel at all levels
- providing direct and indirect sources of information and assistance
- pooling the purchasing power of member companies
- representing and promoting the interests of member companies
- serving as a forum and a clearinghouse for the exchange of ideas and information
- fostering a sense of mutual support and unity among the members and the industry as a whole
