FloridaMakes Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year Nomination

One of the major challenges in manufacturing is recruitment and retention of skilled workers to support the needs of the industry. A key retention strategy is to recognize employees for their work and dedication. FloridaMakes now provides the means for all manufacturers with a registered apprenticeship program to elevate recognition of their apprentices through the FloridaMakes Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year Awards. Upskilling is the key to closing the skills gap, the statewide Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year will recognize apprentices who demonstrates a positive difference to their employer and an outstanding commitment to learn new skills to prepare for tomorrow's opportunities. 

Eligibility 

Manufacturing Employer with active apprentices currently enrolled in a registered manufacturing apprenticeship program or completed during program year 2022/23. 

Award conditions 

The winner and other nominees will be featured in promotional activity to promote careers in manufacturing. 

Award 

The Award will go to entrants who demonstrate outstanding commitment to their professional development and who has gone above and beyond their normal duties and taken on additional responsibilities, which may include encouraging others to consider manufacturing as a career.

The winner(s) will receive a Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year award at the FloridaMakes MakeMore Summit in the fall of 2023. Both apprentice and employer will be featured on FloridaMakes network website, apprenticeship related collateral, social media campaigns and industry targeted occupational videos. 

Any highly commended entrants will receive a certificate. 

Application process: 

Applications can be submitted throughout the year. You can nominate your apprentice by providing a short description why you think your apprentice is deserving to win. You can complete the short application and provide details here. 

Please provide detailed answers why you think your apprentice is deserving to win the Apprentice of the Year Award. The program is highly competitive so please be specific, list accomplishments and highlight their best character traits and values. 

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APPRENTICE DETAILS 

Full Name

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Position Title *
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APPRENTICESHIP AND PROGRAM SPONSOR INFORMATION
Apprenticeship Occupation Name *
Apprenticeship Program Sponsor Name *
Date Apprentice enrolled in program *
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Date of Completion or Expected Completion
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Name of Related Technical Instruction Provider.  If provided in-house, simply write "employer". *
EMPLOYER DETAIL 
Company Name *
Company Address *
Total number of Employees *
Total number of apprentices *
Primary Contact Name  *
Position *
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APPRENTICE CORE VALUES & CHARACTER TRAITS   
1. Does the apprentice demonstrate superior attendance and punctuality on the job and timely completion of  related course  work?   Please  provide substantiating examples, i.e., “apprentice has never missed a day  of work  and has  completed all required courses...”  *
2. Does the apprentice exhibit teamwork and leadership  skills? Please provide examples. *
3. Has  the apprentice gone above and beyond their normal duties and/or taken on extra responsibility at  work? Please provide examples. *
4. Does the apprentice demonstrate safety awareness and actively contributes to productivity?  List examples. *

5. Is the apprentice involved in encouraging others to consider manufacturing as a career? Please provide information on any activities, such as participates during new employee onboarding, assisted in presenting to local high school during career exploration days, etc.

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How did you hear about FloridaMakes Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year Program? 

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I confirm that to the best of my understanding the information submitted in support of the application is correct and accurate. Please sign and date. 

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