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2 3 Sponsored Manufacturer Profile F A L L 2 0 1 9 / S T U F F M A D E I N M A I N E Since joining Hunting, I have learned the basics of the precision machining program. They have taught me; blue print reading, tool setting, origins, and codes. I feel it has given me a jump start towards what is to come in college. I had an interest in computer programming and mechanical engineering during my freshman year of high school. My high school offered a Machine Tool program that allowed me to combine the two. During the program I developed a passion for the machining industry and am working to further my knowledge in hopes of becoming a great engineer. S T U D E N T P R O G R A M The manufacturing industry is growing at a rapid rate and the demand for machinists is at an all-time high. The potential for knowledge and skill growth along with compensation is strong. Hunting Dearborn is looking for students who may show interest in the Machine Tool Trade. These could be students who are already applying machinist skills perhaps in a wood working environ- ment or the student who may be interested in mechanics, drafting or programming robotics. Most times it is a person who gets satisfaction from participating in the transformation process. At Hunting we are focused on keeping the trade alive and remain committed to supporting the education of our future and our com- munity. Understandably, most high schools may not have the funding to provide machine tools for their metal shop programs and this may limit exposure to the trade. Hunting Dearborn Division recognizes this lack of exposure and has created a program to help support the education of our youth. In the Spring of 2019, Hunting Dearborn rolled out a program that would allow three graduating high school seniors, who have a mechanical interest, the opportunity to earn money over the summer while learning here at our facility. Students accepted into the program are provided with summer employment and given the opportunity to learn by gaining exposure and hands on training of the machine tool trade. In the fall, the student/employee will continue their education at one of our local colleges towards a Machine Tool Degree. Hunting Dearborn pays the tuition and fees while offering a work and learn opportunity for the student until they graduate with their two year degree. Jeffrey Palmer, 18 HIGH SCHOOL: Fryeburg Academy, Fryeburg ATTENDING: Southern Maine Community College Brayden Bartlett, 18 HIGH SCHOOL: Kennett High School, North Conway, N.H. ATTENDING: Central Maine Community College