YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - A new state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing lab is now open at Choffin Career and Technical Center, giving students in Youngstown the opportunity to train for high-demand jobs in robotics, automation and industrial maintenance.

The program, developed in partnership with the Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition, transforms what was once an elective course into a full career and technical education program. The lab can serve up to 80 juniors and seniors each year.

“This is all geared toward the future of technology,” said Alex Hertzer, executive director of the Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition. “Every company, from local brands to Ultium Cells, needs that level of technician that can troubleshoot and critically think. And if we can’t fill that gap fast enoug

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