Explore career paths such as welding, robotics and CNC operations. Complete your training and start your new career in as little as three months!
SELF ASSESS
Take a self-assessment, earning credit for what you already know or can do
SELECT A MAJOR
Select a major that will prepare you for the most in-demand manufacturing jobs
COMPLETE TRAINING
Complete training at your own pace, combining online learning with hands-on training on industry equipment
BECOME IN-DEMAND
Be prepared to earn nationally portable industry-recognized credentials
START YOUR NEXT CAREER
Connect with hiring employers and start a civilian career in advanced manufacturing
Industrial Maintenance Technicians install, repair, and maintain commercial or industrial machinery in a building, plant, or manufacturing setting. These technicians ensure all machines function properly through troubleshooting and preventative maintenance service.
Robotics Technicians build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems.
CNC Operators produce machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine.
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.
Meet Drake, Navy veteran who transitioned from a 10-year Navy career to CNC Machining with no prior experience.
Meet Delano Britton, currently enrolled in Operation Next’s CNC operator program. Hear how his training’s going and what he’s most excited about in his NEXT career!
After 20 years in the Air Force, veteran Darron Williams is using his mechanical training to transition into a welding career.
Learn more about Operation Next and other helpful transition programs when you grab a copy of the latest Stars and Stripes Transition Guide at your local Transition Assistance Program (TAP) office, or click to see the full article and guide.
Operation Next provides training in advanced manufacturing skills for active-duty personnel who are within six months of separation from service. Reservists, military spouses, dependents, ages 16 years and older and veterans* are also eligible.
*A limited number of spaces are available for veterans specifically seeking employment in any of the 4 areas of training. Availability will be on a first-come-first served basis. Veterans must have documentation showing they were honorably discharged.
You get in-depth, in person, guided instruction in such in-demand fields as welding, computerized numerical control operator, industrial technology maintenance, robotics technician, and more. Training is offered on bases and college campuses across the country.
Contact your nearest Operation Next Training Representative today or email communications@almmii.org today to prepare for the transition to a high-paying private sector job.
1400 Rosa Parks Boulevard
Detroit, Michigan 48216
communications@lift.technology
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(313) 309-9003
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