Many Florida manufacturers rely on highly experienced tool and die professionals whose skills and institutional knowledge are critical to day-to-day operations. At the same time, manufacturers are increasingly focused on planning for long-term workforce continuity and ensuring that specialized expertise is successfully passed on to the next generation of skilled workers.
The new Tool and Die apprenticeship occupation offered through FloridaMakes provides manufacturers with a structured solution to support this transition. By combining on-the-job learning with related technical instruction, apprenticeships allow employers to intentionally develop new talent while capturing the expertise of seasoned professionals.
This approach helps manufacturers:
Maintain operational stability
Transfer critical knowledge and skills
Develop future tool and die talent aligned with company-specific processes
Reduce the risk of skills gaps in highly specialized roles
With new apprenticeship grant funding now available, manufacturers have an opportunity to proactively invest in workforce continuity while supporting the development of skilled tool and die technicians for the future.
To help manufacturers better understand apprenticeship opportunities and available grant funding, FloridaMakes will host two upcoming informational webinars. These sessions will provide an overview of how registered apprenticeships can support workforce development needs, including the new Tool and Die apprenticeship occupation.
Both webinars will cover the same content, allowing manufacturers to attend the session that best fits their schedule.
Apprenticeship Grant Funding and Workforce Upskilling
Tuesday, January 20 at 10:00 AM ET[Register for the January 20 Webinar]
Thursday, January 22 at 3:00 PM ET[Register for the January 22 Webinar]
During the webinars, participants will learn how apprenticeship grant funding works, which occupations are currently available through FloridaMakes, and how employers can get started.
Manufacturers who are unable to attend a webinar or would like additional information are encouraged to contact the FloridaMakes Workforce Development team directly at talent.development@floridamakes.com.
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