1 Malcolm Green Executive Director, Arizona Manufacturing Partnership Arizona Dream It. Do It. Education – Skills – Jobs An Introduction for Parents

Our Millenials

Evolving Trends Kids living with parents at highest levels in 4 decades Reasons: ₋Declining employment ₋Rising college enrollment ₋Declining marriage rates

An Inconvenient Truth

2012 Public Perceptions Report About Manufacturing Industry Preference If They Were Beginning Their Career Today Viewed by Respondents As Most Important to Maintain a Strong National Economy Type of New Industry Facility They Would Support to Create 1000 New Community Jobs Source: Deloitte Development LLC and The Manufacturing Institute, 2012

Today’s Goal Help you and your kids talk about manufacturing careers which offer: Great pay and benefits A path to continued learning and better pay An ability to use technical skills and build a more secure future

State-wide initiative to help develop the workforce for the Arizona manufacturing industry Grassroots youth recruitment program Partnership between Arizona Manufacturing Partnership, Maricopa Community Colleges, and the Manufacturing Institute. 8 Goals What is It? Close the skill gap, develop the next-generation manufacturing workforce. Keep high-paying, skilled jobs in Arizona (and attract more!)

What is AMP? A statewide, industry-led initiative to close the skills gap and develop the next-generation workforce in manufacturing. 9 Goals 1.Change perceptions and promote the world-class image of manufacturing to schools, teachers, parents, and elected officials. 2.Encourage Arizona education to utilize nationally recognized, industry validated credentials. 3.Serve as the liaison between manufacturing needs and education articulation.

Why is This so Important? Retains high-paying jobs in Arizona Persuades employers to grow and expand ⁻More good jobs for you! ⁻An important part of site selection decisions Provides career opportunities to technically-oriented students 10 Area Development Magazine 29 th Annual Survey

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis Revenue -- $22 Billion Employment – 161,153 Average compensation -- $80,431 (Non-Farm -- $40,483) Manufacturing’s Share of Arizona’s Exports – 88% (2011) Economic Impact in Arizona

Maricopa County – Job Projections Source: Maricopa County, Economic Modeling Specialists International, 2014 # of New Jobs

Maricopa County – Job Projections Source: Maricopa County, Economic Modeling Specialists International, 2014 # of New Jobs Low-Wage, Low-Skill Manufacturing Jobs are Going Away

Top 10 Arizona Manufacturing Sectors Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics

Skills Gap Report in U.S. Manufacturing For Which Employee Segments Have Workforce Shortages or Skill Deficiencies Had a Significant Negative Impact to Your Company’s Ability to Expand Operations or Improve Productivity? Source: Deloitte Development LLC and The Manufacturing Institute, 2011

 Students, parents, legislators and educators do not have a realistic perception and understanding of manufacturing.  Hampered by old images, lost industries Good News:  Career options  Economic potential  High demand for skills  Safety  Teamwork Need to Change Perceptions

Manufacturing Now

Paths to Employment in Manufacturing Source: The Manufacturing Institute Education PathCertification PathCareer Path Graduate DegreeSMEEngineer, Business Unit Manager Bachelor’s DegreeSMEEngineer, Manager Associate Degree (multiple specialties) National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) American Welding Society (AWS) Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) Engineering Technician Associate Degree (specialty)Engineering Technician Diploma + SpecialtyCertified Production Technician HS DiplomaOperator

 Dream It. Do It. works to change the perception of the industry and inspire next-generation workers to pursue manufacturing careers.  The initiative offers local manufacturers, schools, community-based organizations and other stakeholders the opportunity to partner with a respected national platform to promote manufacturing as a top tier career choice in the United States.  Dream It. Do It. targets outreach to students, parents and educators. In 2014, the network successfully engaged: 365,000 students, 43,000 educators. Resources for You Dream It. Do It. Dream It. Do It. Website, Reports, Brochures It.aspx

An innovative STEM tool that brings classroom learning to life using high impact videos and activities. Resources for You EduFactor Links and Videos: Producer Jeremy Bout EduFactor Links and Videos: An Intro to EduFactor Tools and Materials EduFactor on YouTube An Example of EduFactor Screens and Uses

What Else Can We Do Today? Students Find schools which offer classes which interest you. Meet local employers, tour their facilities, and understand their needs. Ask your instructor or guidance counselor to arrange it. Research internships at local employers. Participate in Career Days and Job Expos. Avoid concluding that college is the only alternative for you. Change Perceptions Expose Yourself to Technical Career Opportunities

What Else Can We Do Today? Parents / Guidance Counselors Help your children and students investigate career alternatives Avoid concluding automatically that college is the only alternative Tour local employers Arrange and participate in Career Days, Job Expos Show them the data about jobs and pay Have the honest talk with your kids. Change Perceptions Expose Students & Parents to Technical Career Opportunities

What Else Can We Do Today? Educators Identify available JTED resources Review the Manufacturing Institute Tool Kit. Meet local employers, tour their facilities Understand their needs Arrange a tour for your students Tailor curricula to meet national standards Find grant money Change Perceptions Expose Students & Parents to Technical Career Opportunities

What Else Can We Do Today? Employers Meet technical instructors in your local community colleges and high schools Join an Advisory Board Provide your job descriptions – ensure they understand your needs Help buy equipment Contribute financially from your business Offer tuition reimbursement Offer internships and apprenticeships. Change Perceptions Expose Students & Parents to Technical Career Opportunities

Member Organizations AMP Founding Member EmployersIndustry Organizations Education Government & Non-Profit Organizations * Plus at least 13 other employers on a list growing state-wide Southern Arizona Manufacturing Partners (SAMP) Northern Arizona Manufacturing Partnership (NAMP) Kingman and Mojave Manufacturing Association (KAMMA) Northern Arizona Manufacturing Association (NAMA)

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