Types of Jobs
Manufacturing workers work with products and equipment. You might design a new product, decide how the product will be made, or make the product. You might work on cars, computers, appliances, airplanes, or electronic devices.
Other manufacturing workers install or repair products. For example, you might install refrigerators or washers, repair plumping in commercial buildings, or diagnose engine problems in cars and trucks.
Jobs include Aerospace Engineering Technician, Butcher, Machine/Equipment Operator, Machine Tool Programmer, Dental Lab Technician, Home Entertainment Installer/Repairer, Cabinet Builder, Geothermal Technician, Parts Sorter and Inspector, Jewelry Maker, Equipment Mechanic, Painter, Robotics Technician, Tool and Die Maker, and Welder.
Pathways
Local Job Shadow Options
NOTE: These companies have hosted students, but there are a multitude of local manufacturing companies who will open their doors for job shadow opportunities.
DID YOU KNOW? Manufacturing is among the top employers in Elk County. Click below to view the Top 50 Employers in our area.
Elk/Cameron County Locals
View the videos from local folks to learn more about this career
Owner, Sales Manager, & President
Jason Gabler
Advantage Sales & Supply
Customer Service & Product Planner
Ashley Parson
Clarion Sintered Metals
Chief Programmer:
JoAnn Schiafone
Clarion Sintered Metals
Quality Engineer Technician:
Ricky Jay Javier
Clarion Sintered Metals
Director of Sales/Marketing:
Mike Nedzinski
Clarion Sintered Metals
Production Supervisor:
Leroy Harlan
Clarion Sintered Metals
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Challenges, Camps, Workshops & More!
Local Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is kind of like doing one to four years worth of practical lessons, where you will also get paid. However, if you muck about, you will lose your job and your chance to progress. You will have to work hard to succeed, but once you have completed your apprenticeship you will be equipped with a great new skill-set, a clear path for progression and fantastic career prospects
SGL Carbon LLC (St. Marys):
Maintenance Mechanic
Maintenance Machinist
Machinist
Electrician, Maintenance
Numerical Control Machine Operator
Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local # 9 (St. Marys)
Local Post-Secondary Education / Trainings
