July
2021
Update

NCC joins consortium to strengthen
region’s defense industry supply chain
The AIM Higher Consortium is a new, wide-ranging program funded by the Department of Defense to strengthen the defense supply chain in the Greater Pittsburgh region of Southwestern Pennsylvania and West Virginia. AIM Higher is led by Catalyst Connection with over 30 academic, economic development, technology institute, and manufacturing partners from around the region, New Century Careers among them.

A website, www.AimHigherConsortium.org, was launched to inform the public about the program, share defense industry resources, and highlight grants and training opportunities to help participating companies offset project costs.

The program offers support to small and medium-sized manufacturers in the defense industry seeking to expand business and operational capabilities, to strengthen the supply chain, and to create and retain jobs in defense manufacturing sectors.

NTMA Enrollment is open!
Help build a skilled workforce. Improve job satisfaction. Save money.
The Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA) has opened enrollment to all interested apprentices for the 2021-2022 school year. The 4-year apprenticeship program is designed to provide related instruction classes to support on-the-job training provided by employers. The curriculum supports several metalworking occupations, such as machinists, tool and die makers, and CNC specialists.

The NTMA offers hands-on training that is incorporated into the classroom instruction hours. This proven apprenticeship program provides a comprehensive curriculum that keeps pace with industry standards and is taught by instructors with industry experience. The program will help to ensure your workers develop the right skills.

Students have the option of attending classes at one of three convenient locations: Central Westmoreland CTC in New Stanton, Northern Westmoreland CTC in New Kensington and New Century Careers' Anselmo Training Innovation Center on Pittsburgh’s South Side.

Apprenticeship programs reduce turnover rates, increase productivity and lower the cost of recruitment. Consider sending your apprentice(s) to the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA Apprenticeship Program. For more information or to register your employee(s), please contact Liz Blashock at 412-258-6628, via email at blashock@ncsquared.com , or visit www.pghntma.com .
Concerned about your future workforce? Willing to share your knowledge?
The NTMA Pittsburgh Chapter is looking to fill 3 open Instructor positions for the NTMA Apprenticeship Program. All course curriculum, lesson plans, and textbooks are provided!!

Northern Westmoreland CTC, located in New Kensington, is in need of a Year 2 and a Year 4 instructor. Year 2 courses include: Technology of Machine Tools, Math (Algebra) & Blueprint Reading. Year 4 courses include: Jigs & Fixtures / Basic Die Design, CNC Programming & Integrated Systems Technology. Classes meet every Wednesday from 5:30PM – 9:30PM. Interested candidates should contact Jill Awes - (724) 335-9389 Ext. 214, jawes@northwmctc.org.

New Century Careers Training Innovation Center, located in Pittsburgh’s Southside, is in need of a Year 2 instructor. Year 2 courses include Technology of Machine Tools, Math (Algebra) and Blueprint Reading. Classes meet every Thursday evening from 5:30PM – 9:30PM. Interested candidates should contact Eric Pferdekamper (412) 745-1014, pferdekamper@ncsquared.com
Machinist and apprentice volunteers needed
Earlier this year, New Century Careers received a generous donation from YG-1 that includes 11,000 tools critical to the NCC training, including carbide inserts, drills, end mills, taps, screws, collets and holders. NCC needs machinist and third and fourth year apprentice volunteers to help unpack, inventory and stock the items so they are readily available for training and Job Shop use. Day, evening or weekend hours can be scheduled. Register here for the hours you can join staff to assist with this project and NCC will be in touch to confirm times. Just a few hours can be a big help! 
NCC now enrolling for the
M2K Machinist Training Program!
Registration is now open for New Century Careers’ tuition-free Machinist Training Program, MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K). Call 412-258-6620 (option 4) to learn more.

Classes are FREE to qualified students and are offered at two locations:

  • Pittsburgh (South Side) Machinist Training - Daylight and Evening Classes - Next class starts soon.
  • Eastern Westmoreland CTC Machinist Training - Evening Classes- Enrolling now!

Online applications are now available here.
New Partner Companies
NCC welcomes Fulmer Company and Acme Stamping & Wire Forming Co. as its newest Partner Companies!
NCC is dedicated to helping with industry's workforce needs and uncovering sources of support for manufacturers. As a training partner, NCC provides a source of skilled workers who can help your company grow and adhere to high standards of product quality and customer service.

Interested in becoming a Partner Company to build the next generation of machinists? Contact Patrick Bendel at 412-258-6668 or bendel@ncsquared.com.
BotsIQ Summer Interns Earn OSHA 10 Certification
This summer, BotsIQ, with support from the Westmoreland-Fayette Workforce Investment Board and Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development, launched a post-secondary internship program. Seven interns are working at 6 companies across the region. Complementing the 6-week internship is a series of professional development workshops, including an opportunity for the students to earn an industry recognized credential. In partnership with the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Society of Safety Professionals, BotsIQ interns participated in OSHA General Industry Outreach 10-hour instruction and added the OSHA 10 certification to their resumes.  

“BotsIQ is very thankful for industry's awesome support of this new opportunity for students to explore manufacturing careers,” said Michel Conklin, BotsIQ executive director. “Combining the OSHA 10 certification with the real world work experience of an internship provides our students with an opportunity to advance their knowledge and skills while strengthening their connections with local employers.”

BotsIQ is already planning for its Summer 2022 Internship Program. For more information, contact Michel Conklin at conklin@botsiqpa.com.
NCC Welcomes Tours to Promote Training enrollment
With pandemic restrictions lifted, New Century Careers has welcomed groups from The Brashear Association, Robert Morris, The Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation, and Light of Life (pictured). The tour of the NCC Anselmo Training Innovation Center, South Side, introduces groups to the advantages of tuition-free machining training to fill the ever-increasing career opportunities locally. If individuals or organizations would like to visit NCC, contact Patrick Bendel, special projects/outreach coordinator, 412-258-6668.
Looking for Machinists?
If you are a manufacturing company in need of machinists, contact New Century Careers at 412-258-6620.
M2K Alumni
New Century Careers acknowledges all alumni and reminds them we offer lifetime placement assistance. If you need help with your job search, contact 412-258-6620.
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305 East Carson Street 
Pittsburgh, PA 15219 
New Century Careers is a nonprofit manufacturer and technical skills development organization serving the Southwestern PA community through inclusive access to technical training opportunities while helping employers find and develop technicians seeking purpose, passion and success in the workplace.