Free Pre-Employment Program to Prepare Participants for Manufacturing Jobs
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Institute for Advanced Manufacturing at Clinton CC initiative offers hands-on skills and employer connections
PLATTSBURGH — The Institute for Advanced Manufacturing at Clinton Community College will host a free Pre-Employment Training Program next month to prepare individuals for entry-level careers in manufacturing and production.
Offered at no cost to participants through grant funding thanks to the Adirondack Community Foundation, the weeklong program will provide hands-on instruction in foundational manufacturing skills.
Participants will learn how to use basic hand and power tools, interpret blueprints, perform basic wiring and crimping, apply cutting techniques and complete mechanical and electrical assembly tasks. The training will also cover how to read and follow work instructions commonly used in manufacturing settings along with various soft skills.
The program will take place Monday, June 1, through Friday, June 5, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Institute for Advanced Manufacturing, 53 Clinton Point Drive in Plattsburgh.
In addition to technical training, UFirst Federal Credit Union will provide financial education sessions. Representatives from local businesses will also participate throughout the week, offering participants opportunities to network and learn more about employment pathways in the region.
The Pre-Employment Training Program is open to individuals seeking entry-level positions in manufacturing or production, as well as community members interested in gaining manufacturing skills and career preparation.
Those interested in registering for the program are encouraged to contact Director of Community Education Stanley Kissel by email atstanley.kissel@clinton.edu.
Posted: May 20th, 2026 under Adirondack Region News, Business News, County Government News, Education News, General News, Northern NY News.