Build a career that matters
Whether you're just starting out, looking for a career change, or ready to build skills that employers need, industrial maintenance and machining can open the door to a rewarding future.
A Real Career Opportunity
Steady work with benefits and room to grow
Wages that support a good life
Manufacturing pays well from day one
Skills lead to better positions
Learn a trade and move up fast
Work alongside skilled professionals
Join a network of craftspeople
CURRENT JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Browse open positions at member companies across Northeast Wisconsin. Understand the work, the pay, and the path forward in maintenance and machining roles.
CONECT WITH COLLEGES
Reach out directly to manufacturers looking for committed workers. These are real opportunities with real people who value skill and dedication.
Find Local Manufacturing events
If you want to dip your toes in slowly, check out events that we have going on around Northeast Wisconsin that builds our manufacturing backbone. You can connect with employers, colleges, and many other community stakeholders.
Two paths forward
Find your next opportunity through employers or education
Browse open positions at member companies
Member manufacturers across the region are hiring skilled workers now
Discover local college programs
Hands-on instruction in maintenance and machining from instructors who know the work
Real voices
Hear from people in the industry
Start your manufacturing career
Open positions and training programs are waiting. Take the next step.
FAQ
Questions about careers, training, and the Alliance
Member companies post openings in industrial maintenance, machining, and related fields. Positions range from entry-level to supervisory roles. Browse current opportunities on our jobs page to see what's hiring now.
No. Many positions welcome people with no experience and provide on-the-job training. If you want formal training first, local colleges offer programs designed for beginners.
Manufacturing positions in Northeast Wisconsin pay well from day one. Entry-level roles start around $18 to $25 per hour, with increases as you gain skills and move into specialized positions.
Local colleges offer certificate and degree programs in industrial maintenance and machining. Programs combine classroom instruction with hands-on lab work. Many employers partner with these schools.
Certificate programs typically take one to two years. Some employers offer accelerated training on the job. Talk with a college advisor or employer to find the timeline that works for you.
Yes. Many people work part-time while attending classes. Some employers offer tuition assistance or flexible schedules for employees in training programs.
Still have questions?
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