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The Bay Region Center of Excellence (COE) developed an updated sector profile for advanced manufacturing that provides a comprehensive labor market snapshot of occupations across four key career pathways: Metal Fabrication, Production (Assembly), Production (Operators), and Technicians. The profile highlights occupational demand, including employment projections, annual job openings, and hourly wages, as well as emerging workforce trends and skills sought by employers.
The report also examines community college program offerings, student enrollment, and the average number of certificates and degrees awarded by community colleges and non-community college institutions in the Bay Region. In addition, it explores how automation, technological advancements, and workforce changes are shaping the sector. By connecting labor market demand with educational supply, the report serves as a valuable resource for decision-makers, educators, and workforce professionals to support funding proposals, strengthen career pathways, and align education and training programs with regional workforce needs.
A very special thank you to Mark Martin, BACCC Advanced Manufacturing Sector Director, for collaborating on this profile and contributing valuable industry insights.
Key facts about the advanced manufacturing sector in the Bay Region are highlighted below.
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