Mississippi was named a top 10 state for producing the industrial workforce manufacturers need, a state Facebook post said. The post said the state has invested millions toward training Mississippians for the jobs of the next 50 years.
The post did not identify the organization or publication that produced the ranking. It said the investments aim to give residents the skills to compete in the global manufacturing sector.
Manufacturing has long been an important part of Mississippi’s economy, and state leaders frequently highlight workforce development as a tool to attract new employers and expand existing operations. Training programs and partnerships between government, community colleges and employers are common strategies to build skilled labor pools.
The recognition could bolster economic development efforts by signaling a ready workforce to prospective manufacturers. Because the original post provided limited detail, We will provide more information as it becomes available.
