High Tech Manufacturers in Western Wisconsin
Many have already taken the advanced manufacturing career path. These local people tell you their stories about their careers in welding, machining, nanoscience, and other areas of the manufacturing industry. They tell it like it is and you'll probably be surprised at what they have to say about manufacturing today!
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Q: How did you pick your career path?
A: I wanted to learn how to weld to create metal artwork. I enjoyed welding and decided to find a job as a welder.
Q: Did you have any apprehensions about going to (or back to) school?
A: NO - The instructors I had were very familiar with students returning to further their educations and made the transition easy.
Q: What was your school experience like?
A: Good, I learned a lot and it was a good start for my job.
Q: How did getting this education help you?
A: I was able to learn a trade. I learned how to weld correctly and not just put welds on metal.
Q: What have you learned since you graduated?
A: Way too much to even start putting on paper.
Q: What would you tell others who are thinking about upgrading their education?
A: I would tell them that in order to get a job in the world today, it is mandatory to get further education past high school.
Q: What’s the most important thing you learned your first year on the job?
A: The importance of on the job safety.
Q: What’s fun about your job?
A: Being able to do different welding jobs and tasks everyday.
Q: As a kid growing up, what did you want to do?
A: I wanted to work with animals or work in behavioral sciences – maybe in the FBI.
Q: What ‘sparked’ your interest in this?
A: Working with metal to create artwork.
Q: Who would you say was your strongest influence in choosing this training and career?
A: My mother and step dad.
Q: Looking back, are there any courses you wish you would have taken in high school?
A: I would have taken more math courses.
Q: Are you satisfied with the schooling choice you made, and the income you’re making now?
A: Yes - I enjoyed my classes in Technical College and my instructors did a good job. I make more money then a lot of my friends.
Q: Are you in a career your parents would have picked for you?
A: No, but I know when it comes to repairing agriculture equipment around my parents farm I do a better job than my step dad.
Q: What are your hobbies, favorite leisure activities?
A: I like to read, create art, and enjoy relaxing time with my friends.
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