The WorkPlace is honored to announce the inaugural class of a new manufacturing training program for adults at Derby High School. Manufacturing remains a leading industry in the state supporting over 150,000 jobs and family-supporting wages to maintain thriving communities. The eight-week, 120-hour training will prepare adults for entry-level manufacturing positions within precision manufacturing companies. Classes will take place at Derby High Schools’ state-of-the-art manufacturing laboratory. The Introduction to Manufacturing Program is a partnership between The WorkPlace, Apprenticeship Connecticut Initiative Grant, Housatonic Community College, and Debry Public Schools.
The ribbon-cutting event will take place on Thursday, June 24, at 5 PM at Derby High School, 75 Chatfield St, Derby, CT 06418.
Please email Shannon Rule at srule@workplace.org for more information.