Exploring Manufacturing Careers

This project is funded by The Workforce Investment Board of Will County, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and The United States Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employment Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR: Assistance with tuition, fees, and books Gas cards and bus passes Paid internships and on-the-job training Employment assistance

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MANUFACTURING

INDUSTRY OVERVIEW

Manufacturing is the process of adding value to raw materials by turning them into products. Overall, it encompasses many industries producing a wide variety of end products.

The world of high-tech manufacturing is exploding with exciting opportunities for today’s workforce. As jobs in advanced manufacturing gain momentum, manufacturers are looking for highly skilled production workers.

Of course, you don’t have to stick to one career pathway. You may start in one career and advance with experience and education into something different.

There are many job specializations and opportunities within the manufacturing field. You can train for a job as a supervisor or transportation & distribution manager in manufacturing and spend more time working with people. Different jobs also have different working environments. You could work at a desk in an office, on a busy production floor, or in a machine shop.

Jobs4people.org provides information about careers in manufacturing and includes local Will County job postings, training programs and financial aid advice to help find the right fit for you.

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ABOUT MANUFACTURING JOBS The Workforce Services Division of Will County has identified ten high-demand jobs with available training programs in the manufacturing field. Certain occupations may require testing or licensure. Most require drug testing and criminal background checks.

IN-DEMAND OCCUPATIONS Please visit Illinois Worknet's website by using the QR code above for an updated list of training providers approved in the Manufacturing Industry.

MANUFACTURING CAREERS YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR AFTER COMPLETING TRAINING:

Maintenance Tech Machinist Distribution Manager Welder Quality Control Inspector Process Operator CNC Technician

Although completing the required technical training is critical to landing a job in manufacturing, there are additional skills employers look for. You must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills to begin and advance your career.

IS MANUFACTURING RIGHT

FOR YOU?

Have you ever wondered how the transportation industry works?

Do you like computers and technology?

Do you have good communication skills?

Do you like working on or with a team?

Do you have good interpersonal skills?

https://www.illinoisworknet.com/explore/ Pages/DemandOccs.aspx

This project is funded by The Workforce Investment Board of Will County, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity and The United States Department of Labor.

Equal Opportunity Employment Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.