Maryland Manufacturing
Jobs Program
Building Maryland’s Workforce,
One Career at a Time
The Maryland Manufacturing Jobs Program is an innovative, industry-driven workforce development initiative designed to strengthen the manufacturing talent pipeline and create real opportunities for Marylanders across the state. Powered by EARN Maryland and informed by employers, this program is tailored to meet the evolving needs of manufacturers while offering meaningful career opportunities to job seekers across the state.
The Maryland Manufacturing Jobs Program delivers comprehensive, industry-aligned training tracks designed to support Maryland manufacturers and build a skilled, adaptable workforce. Each offering is built around the specific needs of employers and addresses real barriers to hiring, onboarding, and retention.
Program Offerings
Manufacturing New Jobs Program
This track focuses on helping unemployed and underemployed individuals successfully transition into entry-level manufacturing careers. Employers often struggle to onboard new workers due to resource constraints and the absence of structured training. This program addresses those gaps by offering:
- Structured Onboarding Packages: Customized to each employer’s environment, including clear training timelines and outcomes.
- On-Demand Core Skills Training: Accessed through Maryland MEP’s LMS in partnership with Tooling U-SME, this platform offers flexible, self-paced manufacturing courses in safety, production, quality, and more—ensuring consistent, job-ready training anytime, anywhere.
Job Growth Support Program
This program targets Maryland manufacturing companies that are rapidly scaling due to new contracts, expansions, or market demand. It provides flexible, responsive workforce solutions including:
- Custom Training Plans for both new hires and incumbent workers.
- Curriculum Design Services to develop company-specific onboarding, SOP training, or technical skills modules.
- Skills Gap Assessments to identify training needs and align development plans accordingly.
- Process Improvement Training to enhance productivity and streamline onboarding as workforce size increases.
Advanced Manufacturing Opportunities
As Maryland manufacturers increasingly adopt automation, digital systems, and advanced technologies, the need for a highly skilled workforce continues to grow. This program supports employers in identifying, training, and retaining talent for technical roles such as technicians, machine operators, and programmers.
Maryland MEP provides comprehensive support through:
- Education and Awareness: Helping employers and workers understand the evolving demands of modern manufacturing roles.
- Technology Demonstration: Showcasing how advanced tools, equipment, and systems can be integrated into operations through hands-on demonstrations and site visits.
- Technical Training Assistance: Offering customized training plans aligned with company-specific technologies, processes, and skill needs.
These services help manufacturers build a pipeline of skilled workers equipped to support digital transformation, smart manufacturing initiatives, and long-term competitiveness.
Quick & Easy Application Process
The application process is set up to be quick and easy. Please submit an application with the following information:
- Name of Company
- Description of Training
- Number of Employees to be trained
- Training Provider
- Cost of Training
- Schedule of Training
Program Champions
Program Impacts
The Incumbent Worker Training Program has supported:
- Over 100 manufacturing business with the cost of training
- Over 2,200 manufacturing employees trainined
Program Coordinator
If you have any questions regarding the Incumbent Worker Training Program, please contact:
