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Becoming a Trailblazer: Ed L., Our First M2K Quick-Train Completer Finds his Future in Machining

by New Century Careers | Jul 22, 2025 | Uncategorized

In January 2025, Edward L. became one of the first trainees to enroll in New Century Careers’ MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) Quick-Train program at the University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center in Homewood. His decision to join wasn’t the result of a traditional...

Success Story: Max V. – Made to Machine

by New Century Careers | May 30, 2025 | News Release

Max V. joined New Century Careers’ MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) program in February 2025 after discovering it through a simple Google search. Having enrolled in college straight out of high school for mechanical engineering, Max expected a more hands-on learning...

Success Story: Jackson C. – Shifting Gears

by New Century Careers | May 30, 2025 | News Release

Jackson C. joined the MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) program in December 2024 after learning about it from his significant other. A visit to the facility was all it took for him to commit—he saw the potential the program offered and decided to make a change. Before starting...

Forging Her Path: Jamie C, from M2K Trainee to Shop Supervisor

by New Century Careers | May 7, 2025 | Uncategorized

In honor of this month’s “Women in Manufacturing” theme, we are proud to spotlight Jamie C., an alumna of New Century Careers' MANUFACTURING 2000 (M2K) program and a rising leader in the field. Jamie’s journey into manufacturing began with a desire to return to the...

Success Story: Milan E. – From Rideshare to Machinist

by New Century Careers | May 7, 2025 | News Release

For Milan E., the road to a career in manufacturing started with a simple sign. After working as a Lyft driver for two years and as an asbestos removal specialist, she was looking for a stable and fulfilling career. One day, outside the Homewood YMCA, she noticed a...

Press Release: New Century Careers welcomes M2K at Night Instructor, Josh Stokes

by New Century Careers | Apr 3, 2025 | Uncategorized

With over 15 years of experience in machining, maintenance, and precision manufacturing, Josh Stokes brings a wealth of industry knowledge to the classroom. Born and raised in Pittsburgh, he understands the importance of skilled trades in the region. He currently...