
Help build Florida’s future…and your own
Get the qualifications you need to start an exciting career in advanced manufacturing
Operation Next Florida is a free state-wide program that offers practical training in the skills you need to land a high-paying advanced manufacturing job.
In as little as 3 months, you can become certified in fields such as welding, robotics, and computer numerical control operations.
Operation Next Florida is open to all state residents aged 18 or older through a joint initiative of LIFT and the Florida DepartÂment of State.



local community colleges and
vocational schools. You'll get industry-recognized certifications in fields that are highly in demand across Florida.















Qualify for exciting roles like these

Welding
Welders join metals together or fill and repair holes in metal constructions through the use of intense heat and gas. Welders work on all types of industrial, manufacturing, and construction applications including underwater repair of oil rig foundations, ship hulls, and other types of subaquatic structures.
Find jobs in industries such as marine, automotive, petrochemical, aviation, and construction firms.
GET CERTIFIED


Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) Machine Operator
CNC Operators produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine.
Top industries hiring highly skilled CNC Machine Operators include aerospace, defense, electronics, medical, and transportation.
GET CERTIFIED


Industrial Technology Maintenance (ITM) Mechanic
Industrial Technology Maintenance Mechanics install, repair, and maintain commercial or industrial machinery in a building, plant, or manufacturing setting. These mechanics ensure all machines function properly through troubleshooting and preventative maintenance service.
Top industries hiring highly skilled ITM mechanics include food processors, chemical companies, metal fabricators, automotive, and heavy machinery makers, among many others.Â
GET CERTIFIED


Robotics
Robotics Technicians build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.Â
Top industries hiring highly skilled Robotic Technicians include automotive, aviation, healthcare, logistics, agriculture and several types of manufacturers.
GET CERTIFIED


Welding
Welders join metals together or fill and repair holes in metal constructions through the use of intense heat and gas. Welders work on all types of industrial, manufacturing, and construction applications including underwater repair of oil rig foundations, ship hulls, and other types of subaquatic structures.
Find jobs in industries such as marine, automotive, petrochemical, aviation, and construction firms.


Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) Machine Operator
CNC Operators produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine.
Top industries hiring highly skilled CNC Machine Operators include aerospace, defense, electronics, medical, and transportation.


Industrial Technology Maintenance (ITM) Mechanic
Industrial Technology Maintenance Mechanics install, repair, and maintain commercial or industrial machinery in a building, plant, or manufacturing setting. These mechanics ensure all machines function properly through troubleshooting and preventative maintenance service.
Top industries hiring highly skilled ITM mechanics include food processors, chemical companies, metal fabricators, automotive, and heavy machinery makers, among many others.Â


Robotics
Robotics Technicians build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.Â
Top industries hiring highly skilled Robotic Technicians include automotive, aviation, healthcare, logistics, agriculture and several types of manufacturers.

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Soon, you’ll be on the way to becoming a highly paid manufacturing professional.
Need help deciding? Call (313) 574-2589 to get help from a designated training advisor.
Operation Next Florida is open to all state residents age 18 or older through a joint initiative of LIFT and the Florida Department of State. Programs are FREE to Florida residents.
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