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... nearly 3.5 million manufacturing jobs will become available by 2025
but because of the skills gap, 2 million jobs will remain unfilled.
manufacturing jobs will become available by 2025 but because of offers summer internships. According to Victor Nadeau, Human
the skills gap, 2 million jobs will remain unfilled. Resource Director, the company has had some success with the
Hudson Technologies offers a state accredited apprenticeship
program. And at least one intern has become an employee.
for its Tool and Die maker position. It not only makes the company
attractive to potential employees, it is important to current
A Competitive Package
employees who are looking to expand their skills. Developing
Local manufacturers are also reviewing the salaries and benefits
talent in-house and promoting from within is one of Hudson they offer and thinking creatively about how to keep employees
Technologies’ retention strategies. engaged beyond the paycheck.
Thompson Pump, a 49 year-old, maker of heavy-duty
dewatering and construction pumps based in Port Orange,
Thompson Pump has begun reimbursing for Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE). These items, such as helmets and
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