Happy National Apprenticeship Week!
Sumitomo Drive Technologies USA
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National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is a time we celebrate our apprentices in the workforce. This week we want to showcase the successes and value of registered apprenticeship for strengthening our economy by developing a highly skilled workforce to meet industry needs, creating pathways for career seekers to land into good jobs. NAW gives Registered Apprenticeship sponsors the opportunity to showcase their programs, facilities, and apprentices in their community! See below some interesting facts about apprenticeships in the United States.
This past Summer, Sumitomo Drive Technologies launched our new CNC Apprenticeship Program in partnership with Tidewater Community College (TCC). This initiative is designed to enhance workforce development and provide participants with valuable skills in the manufacturing sector.
This two-year program provides apprentices with classroom instruction and hands-on CNC training at Sumitomo Drive Technologies' manufacturing facility. Apprentices will also attend classes at TCC, where they will receive the required Related Technical Instruction (RTI), ensuring they have a solid theoretical foundation. This integrated approach allows for the immediate application of knowledge in real-world scenarios, creating a comprehensive understanding of advanced manufacturing principles.
Watch these short videos from a couple of our current apprentices in the program!
Apprentices will gain expertise in various critical areas, including safety, interpretation of technical information, quality Assurance, benchwork and layout, milling, turning, and grinding, equipping them with a robust and versatile skill set. They will also benefit from leadership and continuous improvement classes, which will develop their professional acumen and prepare them for success in dynamic manufacturing environments.
Read more about our CNC Apprentice Program here: Learn About Our Inaugural Apprenticeship Program in Partnership with Tidewater Community College
What a fantastic initiative! Programs like this show how apprenticeships are building the future of manufacturing by combining classroom learning with real-world experience. Kudos to Sumitomo Drive Technologies USA and Tidewater Community College for investing in the next generation of skilled professionals. #naw2024
Vice President Of Business Development at Sumitomo Machinery Corporation of America
1 周They are the first thing that you see when you walk out our shop doors - could not be more proud of this program and the team that made it happen ????