Advanced Manufacturing Career Pathways

Manufacturing Uses machines, tools, and human labor to make products for use by others Typically involves a combination of automated machines and human labor Often operates on an assembly schedule Goal-oriented: focused on meeting set production goals and product demand Time is money: the faster and better that workers and the machines around them work, the better their companies perform Create product as quickly and inexpensively as possible and in the necessary quantities Lean, Six Sigma, kaizen Safety-minded Team-oriented

Manufacturing Industries Aerospace Complete vehicles, components BioTechnology Pharmaceuticals, food products Chemicals Adhesives, paint, pesticides, soaps Computer & Electronics Audio/video, components, etc. Fabricated Metal Products heat treating, engraving, nails, Foods Animal feed, seasonings, snacks Machinery Mowers, HVAC, assembly equipment Medical Devices & Supplies Pacemakers, gurneys, filters Measurement Systems Gages, Vision Systems, CMM Paper Products Boxes, gift wrap, diapers Pharmaceuticals Prescription, over-the-counter Rubber & Plastic Products Tires, hoses, bags, pipes Transportation & Parts Cars, trucks, boats, components Various Retail Goods Toys, clothing, sporting goods

Manufacturing Jobs Designers: Engineers, Designers and Technologists. Designing products in such a way that they are easy to manufacture. Makers: Operators, Technicians, Process Engineers, Supervisors and Testers. Making products with quality and efficiency. Improvers: Engineers, Market Researchers, Operators and Technicians. Identifying, analyzing and improving existing manufacturing processes. Sellers: Sell inventory to customers: Technical Sales, Customer Support, Marketing, Graphic Design and Social Media. Identifying customer needs and providing products that meet those needs. Distributors: Distribute products to customers: Planners, Buyers, Inventory Specialists, Packing & Shipping, Pilots & Drivers and Customer Service. Distributing products to customers quickly and at a low cost. Supporters: Customer Support, Equipment Installers, Repair & Maintenance and Operators. Supporting customer use of manufactured products.

Characteristics of a Manufacturing Professional Excellent attendance Shows up for work on time Attention to detail Strong teamwork skills Takes responsibility and is reliable Has good listening skills Has computer skills Has good reading comprehension skills Able to solve problems and think critically Has basic math skills Safety-minded Enjoys working with his/her hands Likes to stay busy

Manufacturing in Massachusetts

Manufacturing at MWCC Advanced Manufacturing Industrial Readiness Training: six-week, entry-level training Analytical Quality and Laboratory Sciences Certificate: one year (2 semesters) Mechatronics Certificate: one year (2 semesters) Associate of Science in Manufacturing Technology: Plastics: two year degree Associate of Science in Quality and Laboratory Sciences: two year degree Associate of Science in Biotechnology: two year degree

Manufacturers in our Region

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