What comes to mind when you hear “manufacturing job”?
If you picture a boring job with every employee standing on the same assembly line doing the same type of work, you might be overlooking some great career opportunities in Polk County.
Manufacturing is a major part of our local economy. The Central Florida Development Council reports that the industry employed nearly 20,000 people in Polk County and generated $4.01 billion in GDP in 2023. And those numbers keep climbing as the region expands.
But those workers aren’t all doing the same thing. At KB Staffing, we place job candidates in a wide range of manufacturing positions. Here are a few things you might not know about today’s manufacturing industry.
There’s More Than One Way to Work in Manufacturing
Modern manufacturing facilities are hiring people with a wide range of skills.
Depending on the employer, opportunities may include machine operation, welding, electrical work, industrial maintenance, quality control, production, material handling, shipping and receiving, and other skilled positions.
Technology has changed the industry, too.
Automation and advanced equipment mean many employers need workers who can operate, monitor, maintain, or troubleshoot increasingly sophisticated systems.
Polk County schools are responding to that demand. Polk State College, for example, offers apprenticeship programs involving electrical work, instrumentation, automation, mechanics, and millwright skills. Florida Polytechnic University offers mechanical engineering education with a concentration in materials and advanced manufacturing.
Your Experience May Fit Better Than You Think
If you’re considering a career change, you don’t have to come from another manufacturing job to have useful experience.
Warehouse workers may already know material handling, inventory, or equipment operation, while someone with mechanical experience may have skills that transfer to maintenance. Construction and skilled trades workers often find that their hands-on abilities work well in manufacturing positions.
Even two manufacturing employers can have very different jobs, schedules, equipment and work environments.
That’s why the right match matters.
Find Open Positions in Manufacturing With KB Staffing
KB Staffing works with job seekers in Lakeland, Auburndale, and throughout Polk County to connect them with opportunities that fit their experience and abilities. Instead of assuming manufacturing isn’t for you, find out what’s actually available.
Contact KB Staffing today to learn more about current open positions in manufacturing. You may be surprised to discover that the modern manufacturing industry offers a lot more than you thought!