The majority of jobs needed in manufacturing by 2025 could go unfilled, according to a report from electronic components distributor Newark element14. Two million of 3.5 million jobs needed may remain vacant, according to the analysis. In addition, companies lose about $14,000 for every job that remains vacant for at least 3 months, with a negative impact on morale and productivity.
Scaling work-based learning is one solution to the manufacturing skills gap proposed during a summit hosted by Jobs for the Future, the National Fund for Workforce Solutions and the Manufacturing Institute. Another recommended approach is ensuring that individuals be able to enter the manufacturing workforce pipeline at multiple points: in high school, in community colleges and as returning adults.
To learn more about CTE’s role in preparing the manufacturing workforce, check out ACTE’s Sector Sheet on advanced manufacturing, newly updated this past fall with more recent data and new profiles of promising programs.
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