Manufacturing

 

The Manufacturing industry is in the business of transforming materials into new products. Local manufacturers seek individuals who are adaptable, dependable, and detail-oriented. Mechanical aptitude, analytical thinking and the ability to apply logic to solve challenges are also key for anyone considering a career in manufacturing.

 Sub-sectors include: Manufacturing of Food and Beverages; Computers and Electronics; Machinery; Pharmaceuticals; Paper; Wood Products and more.

Click on the image to view and/or download the full report.

Featured Businesses

Here are some of the many businesses in the manufacturing industry that call Frederick County home.

 
 

If you are a Frederick County business in the Manufacturing industry and would like to be featured here, please contact us at fcws@frederickworks.com.

Industry Inside Look

 

CANAM STEEL CORP

Wilcoxon Sensing

Read the Industry Focused Q&A

 
 
 

In-Demand Skills

 

Top 10 Advertised Skills

Attention to Details

Communications

Customer Service

Good Manufacturing Practices

Operations/Management

Packaging and Labeling

Power Tool Operation

Problem Solving

Quality Control/Auditing

Troubleshooting/Tech Skills

Click on above image for detailed definitions and work examples

Click on above image for detailed definitions and work examples

 

Industry Training Programs

These career development programs provide training to prepare you for a variety of jobs in the Manufacturing industry.

 

SKILL UP Frederick features over 5,000 courses, including Manufacturing, Supply Chain/Logistics, Equipment Operation and more.

 

For the most current information regarding the status of individual training programs, please contact the training provider directly. 

Sample Career Pathway & Occupations

 

High School Diploma

Production Helper:              $14.61/hr

Assembler & Fabricator:     $14.64/hr

Machine Operator:              $15.37/hr

Certification or A.A. Degree

Printing Press Operator:     $20.10/hr

Welder, Solder & Brazer:    $26.09/hr

CNC Machinist:                     $28.53/hr

B.A. Degree & Above

Manufacturing Engineer:   $47.13/hr

Production Manager:          $52.30/hr

Director of Operations:       $56.37/hr

Additional Resources

Learn more about One-on-One Career Services, including scholarship and grant opportunities for those who meet eligibility requirements:

One-on-One Career Services: 3 Steps to Connect - Could you benefit from FREE career training to boost your skills & qualifications?  Would you like to have your own experienced coach to guide you along your career path? Join us for an information-packed virtual session to learn how you can access these resources - and more! 

Visit our online registration page to learn more and sign up for this session! 

Additional grant and scholarship opportunities:

Further explore the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for occupations in the Manufacturing industry:

Assessments & Virtual Job Shadow

Complete this quick form to gain access to Manufacturing industry assessments, insider perspective videos, Q&As, and more!

Sources

EMSI: https://www.economicmodeling.com/

O*Net: https://www.onetonline.org/

MWE: https://mwejobs.maryland.gov/

Frederick County Office of Economic Development: http://www.discoverfrederickmd.com/

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/