“Many years ago, I choose to go directly from high school and enter directly into the workforce. It was a time while unmarried and with little personal financial needs I felt I could easily support myself doing whatever I enjoyed most. After a few years, I was very fortunate to find my way into a … More Pete Cerra, Vice President of Operations at Tnemec

“Developing a career focus and plan is important for students as they complete their high school degrees. Employers report that a number of job opportunities will be available here in the northland for new graduates who are not planning on going college. Many of these jobs will offer on-the-job training and others will have the … More Renee Freers, Director of College & Career Readiness at North Kansas City School District

“With the right work ethic, basic mechanical skill set, interest in manufacturing and how things work, and eagerness to learn and contribute in a long term relationship with a company, there is no reason why many of you can’t have a similar story as mine in your future. You might not end up as President … More Phil Jones, President of Industrial Spring Corporation