Manufacturing Careers

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Careers in Manufacturing

Welcome to the world of manufacturing!

How do you know if a career in manufacturing is for you? There are many fulfilling careers in manufacturing. A person drawn to manufacturing may be intrigued by what is happening with a machine, the processes being done, the materials being used, the type and quality of materials coming from the machine, and how and when to make adjustments and provide maintenance.

Take some time and explore the opportunities available to you and find out what you need to know when you start a career in the manufacturing industry. Pick an occupation, see the type of work performed, the type of tools used, the primary functions of the job and how much you can anticipate making. Explore the world of manufacturing.

To  download a  summery of careers in manufacturing, click here.

Equipment Manufacturing Careers
 Production Laborer
Machine Operator
Assemblers
Machinists
Straightening Press Operator
Electricians
Machinery Mechanics/Maintenance Technician
Welders & Cutters
Tool & Die Maker
Packers
Truck Driver (light)
Electrical Sub Assembly 

Engineering and Inspection Careers
 Production Inspectors
Quality Inspectors
Mechanical Engineers
 Industrial Engineers
Fabricator/Design

Manufacturing Management Careers
 Purchasing Manager
Industrial Production Manager
Receiving and Stockroom Attendant
Production Clerks
Sales Representative
Sales Manager
 Vice President / General Manager
 President / CEO

Sources for career information include:

  • America’s Career Info Net http://www.acinet.org/

  • The US Department of Labor’s  Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupation Outlook Handbook  http://www.bls.gov/oco/home.htm

  • South Central Michigan Works! Workforce Employment Practice & Compensation Benchmark Report

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

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