Welders play a role in most major industries in America, including aerospace, auto, and manufacturing. With over 50% of U.S. products requiring welding, this career field is always in demand. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and...
The incredible field of manufacturing is great for driven individuals who are interested in benefiting from a career known for its worker-friendly facilitates and excellent pay. If you don’t know where to begin, here are some tips on how to...
When you choose to pursue a career as a welder, you’ll say goodbye to the typical nine to five workday and replace it with a dynamic profession that allows you to work on new projects, meltdown metals, and build cool...
On March 30, we hosted a conversation with female leaders in our industry. To hear their advice and learn about the opportunities for women in Hillsborough County manufacturing, watch the full event recording below. Key Takeaways: Communication and...
Last week we finished off Manufacturing Month celebrations with our M-PACT: An Introduction to Manufacturing Careers Webinar. Dan Schneckenburger from CareerSource Tampa Bay hosted a conversation with three experts who touched on education, working in the industry and what manufacturers...
As companies around the world pivoted production lines and work practices to adjust to coronavirus, global eye health leader Bausch + Lomb also focused on another critical priority at the same time: maintaining a strong company culture. “Bausch + Lomb...
Bolder Athletic Wear (formerly known as SparkleSkirts) in Plant City is a local manufacturer committed to helping people be more active through their athletic wear—most notably their skirts. And although their name has changed, the hard work, passion and dedication...
Inside a gleaming, 100,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in Gibsonton, Florida, a furnace burns as hot as 2800 degrees Fahrenheit. Forged within that fire is a key part of a gas turbine—one that can only be manufactured in a few places around...
When people think of typical high-paying jobs, welding—and manufacturing in general—may not be the first thought that comes to mind. But the latest numbers tell us it’s time for people to rethink the earning potential of welding. Today, an entry-level...
Manufacturing was and always will be an integral part of building America. As the industry has evolved over the decades, driving technological innovation and creating thousands of highly skilled jobs, some perceptions of the field have lagged behind. Here, Michael...
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.
