Coffeyville Community College will begin a new cooperative effort with local industry to train machinists.  The Workforce Aligned with Industry Demand (Workforce AID) training program will provide intensive technology training for workers and link them to industry partners seeking to hire machinists.  The Kansas Department of Commerce is implementing Workforce AID pilot training projects around the state to align workforce shortfalls with industry demand.  Students who qualify through KANSASWORKS, will receive a full scholarship from the Department of Commerce to complete the program.

CCC will conduct a 6-week training program called Fast Industry Ready Skills Training (CCC-FIRST).  Successful candidates of the CCC-FIRST program will learn soft skills; basic computer, English and math skills; and basic manufacturing skills through classroom lecture, field trips and hands-on activities.  Students will receive their National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level 1 and OSHA 10 certifications upon successful completion of the training.

The curriculum for the CCC-FIRST program was developed under the guidance of representatives from local industry such as Cessna Aircraft Independence, Jensen International, Inc., Spears Manufacturing, Charloma, Inc., M&M Engineered Products and Parmac LLC.

The CCC-FIRST program for Machinists will begin May 5th.  There will be no cost to students.  Students will attend training Monday through Thursday from Noon to 8:30 p.m.  Students will have job shadowing opportunities and will be guaranteed an interview with local industry.  Machinists with local industry can earn up to $18 per hour plus benefits.

To enroll in CCC-FIRST, contact Yvonne Hull at Coffeyville Community College (620.252.7550 X27 or [email protected]).  Pre-assessment tests and registration with KANSASWORKS is required before enrollment.