Oklahoma Careertech STEM educators stepped inside the world of advanced manufacturing this week—touring facilities, meeting industry leaders, and exploring the skills that power today’s high-tech careers. Hosted by Ditch Witch in Perry and coordinated by the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, this special event—led by Dr. Sharon Harrison, OMA’s Director of Workforce Development—brought together STEM teachers from across the state. Attendees gained a firsthand look at how automation, robotics, and precision fabrication are shaping the next generation of manufacturing workers. Big thanks to OMA's Technical Services team, including Dr. Rajesh Krishnamurthy, Ben Alexander, and Austin Pickering, Through partnerships with industry leaders and state manufacturers, OMA continues to bridge the gap between education and industry, while helping students discover pathways to rewarding, high-demand careers. 💡 When Oklahoma’s educators see manufacturing innovation up close, they take that spark back to their classrooms—and that’s how future talent begins. h/t Travis Dollar, David L Younge, Terry Golay, Progressive Stamping & Fabrication, and Baskin Machines. #OklahomaManufacturing #STEM #CareerTech #WorkforceDevelopment #Automation #AdvancedManufacturing #ManufacturingCareers #NextGenWorkforce (fb)

The Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance hosted U.S. Representative Stephanie Bice for an executive forum at Jetta Corporation in Edmond. Manufacturing leaders from across central Oklahoma gathered to exchange perspectives on issues shaping their companies and the broader state economy. Discussion topics ranged from workforce pipelines and federal training programs to supply chain reliability, technology adoption, and the role of small and mid-sized manufacturers in aerospace and defense. Rep. Bice engaged directly with participants, hearing how federal policies impact competitiveness and long-term growth. OMA is proud to create opportunities like this for manufacturers to engage directly with policymakers. By bringing together industry leaders and decision-makers, we help ensure the priorities of Oklahoma’s manufacturing community are clearly understood and represented at the national level. 👉 #OklahomaManufacturing #ManufacturingMatters #StrongerTogether (fb)