A space for Job Skills
FCFI will bridge the skills gap
- Estimated 2 Million unfilled U.S. High-Tech manufacturing jobs in the next decade.
- More than 600 manufacturing jobs have been created in the last 4 years in Franklin County alone.
- Manufacturing has invested nearly $300 Million in Franklin County in the last 4 years
Many of the jobs of the future do not exist yet.
FCFI will also incubate innovators, inventors, engineers, and designers, launching more small businesses and startups in Franklin County.
FCFI will bring:
- High-Tech manufacturing tools, including CNC machines, 3D printers, woodworking tools, metalworking tools, and tools for electronics
- Expert training, mentorships, collaboration, classes, and community contacts
- Employer partnerships, hiring fast-tracks, and professional conventions