We appreciate your time and input on this topic. Your answers will help us advocate for your interests with State and local entities. It will also provide meaningful data that will improve our ability to address talent pipeline shortages.

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* 1. Please provide the following information:

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* 2. Which of the following best describes the status of your business?

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* 3. Has your current headcount changed due to the pandemic?

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* 4. Are you hiring?

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* 5. If you answered yes to Question 4, over the next two months, do you expect to need:

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* 6. If you answered no to Question 4, when do you expect to be hiring again?

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* 7. If applicable, what level of people will you be hiring? Please check all that apply.

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* 8. On a scale of 1-5, are you having or do you anticipate having difficulty finding qualified, technical or skilled talent? 1 being not difficult, 5 being extremely difficult.

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* 9. On a scale of 1-5, are you having or do you anticipate having challenges recruiting for entry level work? 1 being not difficult, 5 being extremely difficult.

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* 10. Do you find applicants readily understand the following?

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Taking Measurements
Reading Shop Paperwork
Familiarity with Necessary Tools
Safety Concepts
Lean Manufacturing Process Familiarity

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* 11. Are you willing to hire someone for entry level work with no experience? 

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* 12. Would you be more willing to hire someone with no experience but with training in manufacturing basics?

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* 13. Are you aware of the Certified Production Tech (CPT), a workforce certification from the Manufacturing Standards and Skills Council (MSSC)?

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* 14. If you are already hiring candidates with CPT certification, do you feel it has been a useful fit for your talent needs?

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* 15. For those that are not aware of the CPT: if there was a program that trained for basic skills in safety, manufacturing processes, quality, and maintenance to individuals seeking work, would you support it by interviewing and hiring candidates? On a scale of 1-5, 1 being very likely and 5 being very unlikely.

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* 16. New manufacturers are moving to the region and plan to hire 5,000+ people within the next year and a half. How concerned are you about your long term ability to recruit talent?

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* 17. Recent surveys of graduating high school seniors ranked interest in manufacturing jobs last. Are you willing to contribute financially to an ARMA led campaign to change the perception of manufacturing and showcase job opportunities to potential candidates?

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* 18. Would be interested in learning more about opportunities to engage with middle and high school students to increase awareness of careers in manufacturing (e.g., tours, externships, internships, presentations via Zoom)?

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* 19. Please let us know if you have any other workforce pipeline questions or concerns. 

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