Designing Partnerships
We’re here for you — COCC has a long history of collaborating with industry and educators to develop the very best skilled workforce for the region
Using a partnership-driven approach, Manufacturing Technology at COCC works closely
with local industry, area schools and community agencies to meet the ever-changing
workforce needs of Central Oregon. Connect with us to build pipelines for highly skilled,
job-ready employees or manufacturing internships and student practicums. Or be a seat
at the table to impact industry-relevant curriculum and outcomes. We offer collaboration
on things like high school-based training programs that inspire the next generation.
Partners regularly contribute to curriculum discussions, workforce initiatives and
school-based programs that introduce students to manufacturing careers. The program
focuses directly on the competencies local employers are hiring for: fabrication,
welding (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW), machining (manual and CNC), blueprint reading, material
handling and shop safety.
An advisory board comprised of local industry leaders — which over the years has included
Nosler Inc., BasX Solutions, Keith Manufacturing Co., Max Manufacturing, ISCO Manufacturing,
Advanced Northwest Welding, PCC Schlosser and others — helps COCC stay at the forefront
of learning, bridging the gap between education and the workforce.
To learn more about partnering with COCC, contact our Manufacturing Workforce Development
Coordinator, Amy Johnson, at abjohnson2@cocc.edu or 541-504-2964.
