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This Could be YOU
There’s no better time to be a leader in a growing industry full of diverse career opportunities, and innovative technology. Build your network, give back, and build the Pittsburgh Manufacturing Scene.
Amber Nolf
Corporate Development Specialist, SMS Group
Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
Kendra Slis
Inside Sales Engineer, MECCO
Master’s degree in Engineering Management and Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Engineering
Genna Mucci
Operations Coordinator, Tudi Mechanical Systems
Bachelor’s Degree in Science Management with a Minor in Operational Excellence
Jonathan Donath
Quality Engineer, MSA, The Safety Company
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Who are Navigators?
Navigators are manufacturing industry ambassadors dedicated to increasing industry awareness and readiness for students. Navigators use their personal, educational, and professional experience to tell the story of careers in manufacturing, explain the journey to becoming a successful manufacturing professional, and offer increased visibility inside a manufacturers daily life.
Be the Guide You Needed
When You Were Younger
Students have more options than ever, and making a career decision often causes anxiety. As a Manufacturing Navigator, you’ll help students understand what a manufacturing career means in the twenty-first century, and how they can contribute to the growth of the digital age and Industry 4.0. Through personal experience, you’ll share your unique perspective as a young and successful manufacturer, helping to shape young minds and attract youth to manufacturing.
Become a Navigator
Navigators must meet certain criteria and commit their time in order to apply for the position.
Requirements and commitments include:
Navigator agrees to commit one year to the program
Navigator presents at four events in the year (in-person or virtually)
Navigator attends two trainings to begin and prepare for the program
Navigator grants the program permission to use video, photo, and commentary for program promotional purposes
Navigator is in the first 5 years of their manufacturing career
Navigator submits an application
Navigator is currently employed in the manufacturing industry
Navigator expresses interest and ability to share career and educational experience
If you have any questions contact Hannah at hkusenko@catalystconnection.org.
Nominate a Navigator
Do you know an industry professional who would make a great Navigator?
Nominate them using our form, and we’ll reach out to them regarding this unique opportunity.