The Orlando Region’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Workforce Report

UNDERSTANDING THE WORKFORCE THROUGH A SKILLS-BASED LENS

The Orlando Region’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Workforce Report Series

BY THE ORLANDO ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP UPSKILL ORLANDO INITIATIVE

The massive national investment in the reshoring of semiconductor manufacturing combined with Orlando’s unique niche in this industry means there is a need for regional partners and national players to understand the workforce needs of this growing sector. The following reports provide insights into Orlando’s specific place in the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, outline how a skills-based approach to hiring and talent development creates a broader talent pool to draw from, and capture the education and training opportunities in the region for long-term talent development.

PART I: A Semiconductor Industry and Ecosystem Primer

For those who need a baseline understanding of the industry before diving into workforce development opportunities, Part I of the series describes the lifecycle of semiconductor and outlines Orlando’s competitive advantage in advanced packaging.

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PART II: A Skills-based Approach to Semiconductor Workforce Development

Part II of the series describes the semiconductor manufacturing workforce plus current challenges to expanding this talent pool and includes a skills-based analysis of the different types of jobs in semiconductor manufacturing. The report ends with suggestions for how a skills-based approach to hiring and talent development would grow the current candidate pool and help manufacturers find the necessary talent.

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PART III: Supporting Semiconductor Talent and the Education Ecosystem

Part III of the series maps the semiconductor manufacturing education ecosystem developing in Orlando. The report captures insights from educators across the region, ranging from the K-12 to the university level, and describes the new programs being built in Orlando that will support the semiconductor manufacturing industry’s quest for talented workers.

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“Our operations in Orlando develop and support advanced sensor systems and missiles, and these semiconductors are a critical part of their capabilities and productions….”

– Zach Sherman

Director of Government Relations, Lockheed Martin

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For more information on Orlando regional talent initiatives and the semiconductor manufacturing education ecosystem in the Central Florida, reach out to Tammy Humphrey, Senior Director of Talent Development.