Training Services
SAMC supports grant funded employer training courses in coordination with our partners.
All of our training services are provided free of cost.
SAMC collaborates with our educational and organizational partners to create relevant training for the southeastern Massachusetts manufacturing sector. We coordinate with our manufacturing partners for input and guidance in developing the best possible courses to create a skilled and sustainable manufacturing labor pool.
Should you have a suggestion or need for a particular manufacturing related training course, please contact us.
Upcoming Training Programs
Listed below are upcoming training programs.
Note: Training programs display course start dates, toggle a course below for full session details and deadlines.
Occasionally deadlines to register are extended; if you see something you like contact us.
May
11
Mon
Earn a MACWIC Levels 1 & 2 Certification in Advanced Manufacturing as well as an OSHA 10 card!
Prepare for an entry-level manufacturing job with this no-cost 104-hour career advancement and competitive salaries. May 11, 2026 to May 28, 2026 Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Classes conveniently located in downtown New Bedford. Skills Learned
- Blueprint Reading and 3D Printing
- Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
- Basic Geometric Dimensioning, Tolerancing and Metrology
- ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management
- Statistical Process Control
- Lean Manufacturing using digital tools
- Must be 18 years of age
- Able to work in the USA
- Massachusetts resident
- Unemployed or underemployed
- Agree to find training related employment in the manufacturing industry upon program completion
- Must meet all program eligibility guidelines
Jun
1
Mon
MassMEP Registered Pre-Apprenticeship Program
Spring Cohorts 3 & 4 Now Enrolling
Program Format: Hybrid
Dates: June 1st – June 30
Class Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Virtual & Self-paced. In-person days to be determined by location of participants.
Cohort 3 Schedule
Core Training (June)
- Maintenance – June 1 (9 AM – 4 PM)
- Supply Chain 101 (Virtual) – June 4 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- GD&T – June 8 & June 10 (9 AM – 4 PM)
- Maintenance – June 11 & 12 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- Shop Math – June 15 & 16 (9 AM – 4 PM)
- Metrology – June 17 & 18 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- Blueprint Reading – June 22 & 23 (9 AM – 5 PM)
Certifications
- MACWIC Review (Virtual) – June 24 (3 PM – 5 PM)
- MACWIC Test (In-person) – June 25 (9 AM – 12 PM)
Special Topics
- TIPS (Virtual) – June 29–30 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- Lean Lego 101 – June 29–30 (9 AM – 5 PM) (if enrollment allows)
- AI in Manufacturing (Virtual) – July 2 (9 AM – 5 PM)
Cohort 4 Schedule
Core Training (June)
- Shop Math – June 1 & 2 (9 AM – 4 PM)
- Blueprint Reading – June 3 & 4 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- Supply Chain 101 (Virtual) – June 11 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- GD&T – June 15 & 16 (9 AM – 4/5 PM)
- Metrology – June 17 & 18 (9 AM – 4/5 PM)
Certifications
- MACWIC Review (Virtual) – June 25 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- MACWIC Testing – June 22 (9 AM – 4 PM)
- MACWIC Exam – June 23
Additional Training
- Maintenance – June 24, 25, & 29
- Lean Lego – June 30 – July 1 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- TIPS – July 1 – 2 (9 AM – 5 PM)
- AI in Manufacturing (Virtual) – June 3
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UAA@EXCEL@BSU
In SE MA, we combined the Uniquely Able Project with the EXCEL Program at Bridgewater State University.
This program teaches young adults with autism to be entry-level CNC operators, while providing them life skills in a college environment.
- The current cohort is interviewing for OJT, if interested contact Michael Tamasi @ mtamasi@accurounds.com
- We’re currently recruiting for cohort #2
What assistance do SAMC partners provide?
- Training needs assessments
- Provider/trainer recruitment
- Develop training plans
- Curriculum Planning
- Budget Assistance
- Craft training descriptions and objectives
- Defining solid training goals inline with business goals
Edward Bercy
“My Participation in manufacturing training was an enriching experience that equipped me with practical skills, technical knowledge, and a deeper understanding of modern production methods. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to advance their career in manufacturing or develop strong, industry-relevant expertise.”
Training Testimonials
2024-12-06T13:03:10-05:00
Edward Bercy, Participant 2024 MACWIC Training
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/edward-bercy/
Schildonald Jeannoel
“My experience in the Manufacturing program was overall well-balanced. There was a lot of information provided but it was not so much that the group could not understand. The instructors from MassMEP were very patient with us and answered all the questions asked. The booklets provided made it easy to follow the day's lesson plan, and it provided a better understanding of the basics of the subject matter. Last but not least, the Osha training was very informative, and the real-life videos and scenarios were helpful.”
Training Testimonials
2024-12-06T12:44:08-05:00
Schildonald Jeannoel, Participant 2024 MACWIC Training
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/4264/
Martin Ejiogu
“I had a good experience based on the training I receive from MassHire and MassMEP Manufacturing Training program. I learned a lot of things about manufacturing that I didn’t realize existed. Learning about Shop math, blueprint reading, OSHA, metrology and all the other courses really helped me build interest.”
Training Testimonials
2024-12-06T12:40:53-05:00
Martin Ejiogu, Participant 2024 MACWIC Training
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/4262/
Chelanjei Green
"Thank you again for the opportunity to attend the manufacturing training program. I really appreciated being able to interact with my fellow classmates as well as the staff. Personally, I believe it was a great experience and I picked up some new skills that I am eager to implement into a new career role as well as my daily life. Thank you very much."
Training Testimonials
2024-12-06T12:21:01-05:00
Chelanjei Green, Participant 2024 MACWIC Training
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/thank-you-again-for-the-opportunity-to-attend-the-manufacturing-training-program/
A Major Difference In My Life
"The welding training has made a major difference in my life. I work at a farm where we also manufacture household and commercial furnaces for pyrolyzing organic matter. The resulting agricultural products are helping to sequester carbon dioxide by binding it in the soil among many other things. I have been able to start working with metal in the shop and I have also used my training to weld plastics for irrigation systems we use at the farm. My training has provided me a way to have year-round employment after having to leave my teaching job due to health issues and struggling through the winter layoffs from landscaping jobs each year. This way I can stay connected to the soil and also do technical things which I both love while being able to provide for myself. I enclosed a picture of one of my after work projects I train on, a plant trellis that I made from rusty scraps that were laying around. I am very grateful for the opportunity that I was given, and I found the training most meaningful."
Training Testimonials
2024-07-30T16:24:47-04:00
Lenka, Student in the 2024 Welding Training program
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/a-major-difference-in-my-life/
F.H. Peterson Machine Corp.
“Over the years we have utilized the services of the Greater New Bedford Workforce Board for our apprenticeship training and for training of various technical positions in our company. They have assisted us in many grant applications and provided training services for everything from Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing, to Supervisory Skills, Lean Manufacturing, 5S and other topics."
Read the complete testimonial.”
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Training Testimonials
2024-05-08T15:46:31-04:00
Dave Jewett, Manufacturing Manager, F.H. Peterson Machine Corp., Stoughton, MA
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/f-h-peterson-machine-corp/
Advanced Manufacturing Cohort from Fall 2019, Recipient of MACWIC Level 1 and 2 Certification
“My experience in the program was excellent, the instructors were great, and when the classes were over I had the confidence I had the skills to join the workforce. It’s a great new profession, the the only regret I have is not starting this earlier. Thanks MassHire for the opportunity.”
Training Testimonials
2020-10-05T13:06:06-04:00
Bill Morin, Student in the Advanced Manufacturing Cohort from Fall 2019, recipient of MACWIC Level 1 and 2 Certification
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/advanced-manufacturing-cohort-from-fall-2019-recipient-of-macwic-level-1-and-2-certification/
Smart Manufacturing Training Program
“The instructors and all the behind the scenes people that administered and supported this program are a top quality team. The on-line format even encouraged my fellow classmates and me to became actively engaged despite our remote environments. We are all fortunate to have received the benefit of the grant. To conclude, I simply wanted you to know that your efforts are sincerely appreciated.”
Training Testimonials
2020-07-31T10:09:14-04:00
Chris Anzuoni, Training Participant
https://www.samcnetwork.org/testimonials/chris-anzuoni-the-smart-manufacturing-training-program-participant/
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