Manufacturing is a trillion-dollar industry, and with more than 1,100 Hillsborough County companies employing 27,000 people and adding thousands of new jobs to the local economy every year, the field is full of opportunities. In manufacturing, you can earn a great living and make things that have a real impact on the world.
Manufacturing is a trillion-dollar industry, and with more than 1,100 Hillsborough County companies employing 27,000 people and adding thousands of new jobs to the local economy every year, the field is full of opportunities. In manufacturing, you can earn a great living and make things that have a real impact on the world.
Education & Training
From academic programs to career-building apprenticeships, whether you’re just starting a career, changing fields or transitioning from military service, anyone can pursue a career in manufacturing.
Hot Jobs Right In Our Backyard
Hillsborough County is a hub for a variety of flourishing manufacturing industries, including aviation and aerospace, product design, food and beverage, and more. Here are some of the hottest careers in those fields today.
Average entry-level salaries: $31,616–$40,560
CNC Machinists and CNC Operators know the ins-and-outs of specialized computer numerical control (CNC) machines that are used throughout the manufacturing industry.
Average entry-level salary: $45,011
Maintenance Mechanics are great at solving problems. They maintain important equipment machinery by disassembling, repairing, and replacing components of any malfunctioning machinery.
Average entry-level salary: $35,859
Skilled welders have strong math skills and are great at figuring out technical plans and precise measurements. They use their skills to make repairs and build manufacturing equipment for a variety of industries.
The Manufacturing Alliance of Hillsborough County fuels the growth and longevity of our manufacturing sector. We cultivate the next generation of workers and leaders. We help businesses access talent and resources. We help Hillsborough County flourish as a vital manufacturing hub today and well into the future.
