Manufacturing USA

Modern Maker Kathie M. Leonard does not have a degree in textiles, chemistry, or engineering, but she successfully built a manufacturing business with expertise in all three areas. Auburn Manufacturing, Inc (AMI), an Advanced Functional Fabrics of America (AFFOA) member, which Kathie founded in 1979, produces extreme heat- and fire-resistant textile products for the shipbuilding, automotive, aerospace, petroleum, power generation, and metal fabrication industries.? ? When the country saw an increase in inexpensive fabric imports, Kathie led the charge against such practices, which resulted in tariffs on fabric imports and helped protect American manufacturers. ? Kathie’s role in fighting for domestic manufacturing was so impactful that President Biden visited AMI in 2023 and used the occasion to sign the “Invent it Here, Make it Here” Executive Order. The President pointed out Maine lost nearly 45,000 manufacturing jobs between 1990 and 2010 and cited AMI as a success story. ? Today, Kathie enjoys the marketing side of her business and strategizing on how to move AMI forward. All these years later, she still thrives on communicating about how things work. ? Meet Kathie: https://lnkd.in/e2qVd-hW #ModernMaker #MFGMonth #AdvancedManufacturing #Textiles #MFGUSA #ManufacturingCareers

During Manufacturing Month, we are celebrating how some of our Modern Makers took a non-traditional approach into advanced manufacturing and finding their ideal careers. ?? Timothy Kelley's fascination with science fiction led him from a sales career into regenerative manufacturing. ?? Kathie M. Leonard saw an opportunity to help engineers and manufacturers better explain what they do. ?? Oscar Ramirez is on the fast track in his biopharmaceutical manufacturing career and is a great example of how you do not necessarily need a college degree to succeed in the STEM world. ??Michael Gomez has always been fascinated by research, which is not a traditional career path for manufacturing. Learn more about these four Modern Makers' inspiring stories and how they found their ideal careers in advanced manufacturing, and share them with your community: https://lnkd.in/eUBB6_Bk #ModernMakers #AdvancedManufacturing #MFGMonth #MFGUSA #ManufacturingCareers

Meet Modern Maker?Oscar Ramirez, a Quality Control Microbiologist at?MilliporeSigma!????He's a real-life example of how you can have a successful career without a traditional college degree. ? Oscar’s connections to biopharmaceutical manufacturing began in high school when he enrolled in Bio+, a dual enrollment program at Kansas City Kansas Community College. In 2023,?Oscar?participated in the?NIIMBL | The National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals eXperience program. His experience has played out with a win-win, a job at NIIMBL member MilliporeSigma. ? Oscar?believes that the industry should focus more on skills and experience, rather than just requiring a four-year degree so that more people can get involved and contribute to the industry. ? At MilliporeSigma,?Oscar?makes sure that everything is super clean and safe. He tests products, collects samples, and keeps the lab environment free of contamination. ? When he's not working,?Oscar?loves rock climbing and hanging out with his friends and family.???♂ ? Meet?Oscar:?https://lnkd.in/gryq8dxf #ModernMakerMonday #ModernMaker #AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingCareers #MFGUSA

On this #ModernMakerMonday, meet Modern Maker?Timothy Kelley. Tim?used to work as a sales rep for a moving company????, but he had a hidden passion for science fiction, particularly Michael Crichton. When his old science teacher suggested he apply for an?apprenticeship at?Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) | BioFabUSA, he jumped at the chance. ? Tim?now helps scientists with experiments using stem cells. He's earned a Biofabrication Technician Certification and a Cell Culture Skills credential from?University of New Hampshire-Manchester.????? ? Tim?believes anyone can get into regenerative manufacturing. Many talented people want to help build careers in this field. He's inspired by the idea that his work could help millions of people get the organs they need. ? Meet?Tim: https://lnkd.in/e4AHZcph #ModernMaker #AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingCareers #Biomanufacturing #ManufacturingMonth

Interested in training, internships, or courses related to careers in advanced manufacturing? Browse the education and workforce opportunities of the Manufacturing USA institutes through our newly updated EWD Connect. EWD Connect is an online resource with an interactive map that allows you to filter by audience groups, category of resource, and technology focus area. ?Programs for educators, webinars, manufacturers, students, and those seeking training are examples of what is included. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/ejC6sPXP #AdvancedManufacturing #Education #MFGDay24 #Workforce #ManufacturingSkills #ManufacturingCareers

President Joe Biden proclaimed today, October 4, 2024, National Manufacturing Day. "American workers and the unions who fight for them represent the best of our country.?They help power our economy and strengthen our middle class.?On National Manufacturing Day, we celebrate the ingenuity, grit, drive, and determination of the American worker.?We thank them for their contributions, and we recommit to investing in their productivity and success... I thank our manufacturing workers for all that they do to strengthen our Nation, encourage all Americans to look for ways to get involved in their communities, and call on everyone to join me in participating in National Manufacturing Day and, most importantly, buying American." https://lnkd.in/ee_tU_Fx #MFGDay24

Today, on Manufacturing Day, we have exciting news to share — the enhanced manufacturing.gov website is live! Manufacturing.gov serves as a primary hub of valuable resources for U.S. manufacturers, offering a comprehensive list of federal manufacturing programs, funding opportunities, reports, and announcements. The site makes it easier for manufacturers to access important information that can help them succeed and grow their workforce. Explore the site: https://lnkd.in/ehPysFKP #manufacturing #manufacturers #MFGDay24 #WorkforceDevelopment

On this Manufacturing Day, do YOU see yourself in a career in manufacturing?? ? Together with the National Association of Manufacturers - NAM, The Manufacturing Institute - MI, Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers, and federal agency partners,?the Manufacturing USA network celebrates the manufacturers who make the products that keep us safe, enrich our lives, strengthen our economic and national security, and provide countless opportunities for our communities and workforce. ? We encourage you to talk to manufacturers in your area, learn more about re-skilling and up-skilling the workforce through apprenticeship programs through our network of institutes and your state MEP Centers, and share information with the students in your life who are starting to think about career options.? ? Happy National Manufacturing Day! #MFGDay24 #ManufacturingMonth #ManufacturingCareers #AdvancedManufacturing

Have you explored the world of advanced manufacturing? It’s time to challenge outdated perceptions. The Manufacturing USA network, in partnership with NextFlex and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), hosted a discussion to dispel common myths about manufacturing, such as it being dirty, unskilled, or limited to assembly line work. Our moderator, Dr. Brad Conrad, leads an insightful conversation tackling these misconceptions and highlights why modern manufacturing is an innovative, high-tech career path offering competitive wages and opportunities for everyone. Learn how advanced manufacturing can be a rewarding career choice! Panelists include:? ?? Ms. Courtney Power is the Deputy Director of Workforce Development at NextFlex? ?? Courtney Taylor, Ph.D., PCED is the Executive Director of Mississippi’s Office of Workforce Development, AccelerateMS? ?? Dr. John D. Williams describes his job as the lead engineer and co-developer of a research and development (R&D) team at The Boeing Company @boeing? ?? Christina M. Jones, Ph.D. is a Partnerships and Outreach Strategist in the Office of Advanced Manufacturing at National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Watch their discussion here: https://lnkd.in/ek42r7BH #MFGDay24 #STEM #ManufacturingCareers #STEMWomen #Education #AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingDay #ManufacturingMonth #ManufacturingCareers #FutureOfWork?

On this #MFGDay, we would like to introduce you to Modern Maker?Jennifer Jones, a super smart student and a huge K-pop fan!??????She's earning a PhD in environmental science and policy at?Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies, University of Wisconsin-Madison, and she's passionate about making clean energy accessible to everyone, especially Native American communities. ? During?Jennifer’s frequent visits to help her grandmother in remote Arizona, there was no electricity or running water in their hogan, a traditional Navajo hut. Her family relied on fossil fuels for heating and cooking.?Jennifer felt the impact of these energy burdens and started pursuing studies in environmental and renewable energy to help her community. She's even working with the newest Manufacturing USA institute, Electrified Processes for Industry without Carbon (EPIXC),?to develop cleaner energy technologies. ? When she's not studying or saving the planet,?Jennifer?loves going to K-pop concerts and exploring new cities. She's dreaming of seeing her favorite group, BTS, in South Korea next year!????? ? Meet?Jennifer:?https://lnkd.in/e79KRKpt #MFGDay24 #ModernMaker #AdvancedManufacturing #MFGUSA #ManufacturingCareers