Manufacturing

Competition is keen for jobs in the manufacturing sector. Technologies and processes are constantly changing, creating endless opportunities for people who like to figure out how things are made or how they work.

• According to a recent survey, close to 100 percent of manufacturing program graduates are working in their field.
• Despite a downturn in the manufacturing market overall, job prospects are excellent for those with training in the latest skills and technologies.
• The need for well-trained machine-tool technicians exceeds the number of qualified workers.
• Average starting salaries in manufacturing industries range from $27,000 to $42,000 annually, according to a recent graduate report.