NCC digitization project on target for October beta test |
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In the few months since the awarding of Richard King Mellon Foundation funding to digitize the New Century Careers curriculum to accommodate and empower new generations of trainees, significant progress has been made toward the use of a mobile web application to augment NCC’s pre-apprenticeship and credentialing training.
“Our goal is to better prepare students to adapt to the technology of the advanced manufacturing workplace,” said Neil Ashbaugh, NCC president and CEO.
Collaborating with NCC on the project are Rewyndr, a Pittsburgh-based software company that provides an innovative mobile web application for interactive visual work instruction and remote training for workers performing physical work, and Pittsburgh’s World-Class Industrial Network (WIN), a project development and management consulting firm with interdisciplinary experts. “The WIN Digital Solutions team enables clients to tackle problems and seize opportunities beyond traditional solutions. We’ve collaborated with Rewyndr for several years. Implementing their tool is a new way we can help our clients develop innovative solutions,” said John Werling, WIN partner.
The project focus is to build consistent visual procedural content for the Manufacturing 2000 (M2K) curriculum to be engaged through the Rewyndr application on tablets so that trainees can reference instructor and industry knowledge as they complete their assignments.
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Thank you to #ONEDAY donors for a successful campaign! |
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Thank you to everyone who contributed to New Century Careers (NCC) through the recent #ONEDAY Critical Needs online giving campaign hosted by The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County. While awaiting on final reports from the foundation, initial donations are almost $3,200.
Your support is already benefiting SWPA residents enrolled in the industry-driven Manufacturing 2000 (M2K) pre-apprenticeship program. Please come by for a visit to see your donation in action. NCC's Anselmo Training Innovation Center is located at 305 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.
If you missed the #ONEDAY campaign, you can still invest in the future of manufacturing by donating to New Century Careers today.
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NCC to participate in EmployHER Pittsburgh's first Opportunity Fair |
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NCC interviews Catalyst Connection on manufacturing |
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"Have the drive to better yourself, to seek out those opportunities for further growth" |
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New Century Careers spent time with Nate Broadus and In`dea Carter, two of Catalysts Connection’s workforce specialists, when they visited to conduct a focus group with one of the Manufacturing 2000 cohorts to get their perspective on training and careers in manufacturing.
Broadus has worked with Catalyst Connection for 2 ½ years, working with job seekers and community groups to create new pathways to manufacturing careers.
Carter, who has been with Catalyst Connection since January, also works with job seekers to obtain positions in manufacturing. She does, however, have more of a focus in technology, helping to create programs in cybersecurity and robotics.
“[Manufacturing] is continuing to grow and it’s super diverse,” said Broadus. “There's so much you can do in machining. It's a career where you can continue to grow until you retire and it’s a great option compared to a four-year traditional college experience.”
“I always ask people 'What do you do for a hobby?' A lot of times with what they do as hobbies, there’s something in manufacturing that will transfer over,” said Carter. “If you play video games, then maybe you’re a good candidate for a robotics program and you can do something in coding or virtual reality. Even if you like wick making, that’s still manufacturing."
Broadus and Carter advise those interested in getting into the manufacturing field to start learning what’s out there that aligns with their interests and to be willing to invest some time in yourself to pick up new skills.
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Training Services and Development Associate |
NCC is looking for someone who can participate in the coordination of all training programs of the organization, ensuring the overall quality and effectiveness of the recruitment, application, selection, enrollment and training process.
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Are you or someone you know retired and looking to give back to the manufacturing industry?
NCC knows that good retirees make great manufacturing instructors!
Click here to learn about becoming one of our Manufacturing 2000 program instructors and support the next generation of the manufacturing industry! |
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Special Projects and Outreach Coordinator |
NCC is looking for someone willing to provide direct services and project management support to programs such as youth outreach, non-traditional apprenticeship recruitment and industry partnership coordination.
Click here to view the full job description and learn more about supporting manufacturing education! |
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NCC machinist trainee earns fifth NIMS credential |
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- Measurement, Materials and Safety
- Job Planning Benchwork and Layout
- Turning Between Centers
- Manual Milling 1
- CNC Lathe Operations
Since enrolling in the M2K program, Ishmael has acquired over 500 hours of hands-on training, has earned five National Institute of Metalworking Skills credentials and is excited to start learning CNC machining operations. He will soon be ready to begin job searching and interviewing and is excited to see what the future has in store for him.
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NCC classes now enrolling in Pittsburgh and Latrobe!
Picture yourself in a new career in months!
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September is National Workforce Development Month! These training options are ways NCC works to build the region's workforce. Why not start now?
Registration for Manufacturing 2000 is ongoing at the Eastern Westmoreland CTC site in Latrobe. A new cohort for M2K training in Pittsburgh is enrolling now. The next M2K cohort will begin September 19, and a new class will begin every two months. APPLY TODAY!
Also, NCC provides sponsorship for the four-year Machinist Apprenticeship. Email Eric Pferdekamper or call 412-745-1014 for information.
In August, NCC's July Manufacturing 2000 cohort completed their Quick Train with instructor Joe Abraham and earned their first two NIMS credentials. They have since begun their hands-on training in the machine shop. Pictured from left to right are Michael Pro, Calvin McDonald, Quinn Ekker, Tyler Smith, instructor Joe Abraham and Brandon Simmons.
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT: NCC Partner Company makes Fast 50 |
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NCC periodically features one of its Partner Companies through In the Spotlight.
This month, New Century Careers congratulates Ace Wire Spring & Form Co., Inc., McKees Rocks, ranked among the Pittsburgh Business Times' Fast 50!
The Fast 50 are privately held, Pittsburgh-based companies ranked by revenue growth between 2019 and 2021. Companies must have had at least $2 million in revenue in 2021 to qualify. Ace achieved 40% revenue growth.
In its recent announcement, the Business Times noted that "growing as the pandemic impacted most every aspect of doing business is an accomplishment above and beyond."
Click on the logo to learn more about this company!
NCC provides Partner Companies a source of job-ready, skilled workers who can help the company grow and adhere to high standards of product quality and customer service. Interested in becoming a Partner Company to build the next generation of machinists? Call 412-258-6620.
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Find out what's new
in manufacturing today!
Visit New Century Careers!
Tours of NCC's Anselmo Training Innovation Center are interesting ways to learn more about manufacturing and the many career options available in the region. NCC recently welcomed the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh President and CEO Carlos Carter (pictured left), Laurel Foundation, and Manufacturing 365 (virtually). To schedule an NCC tour, call 412-258-6620.
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In need of job-ready machinists?
Contact New Century Careers at 412-258-6620.
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Support New Century Careers! Build the region's workforce! |
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Choose New Century Careers here
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New Century Careers (NCC)
305 East Carson Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
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New Century Careers is a nonprofit manufacturer and technical skills development organization serving the Southwestern PA community through inclusive access to technical training opportunities while helping employers find and develop technicians seeking purpose, passion and success in the workplace.
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