Up to 50% funding available for qualified companies to access technical and maintenance training.
GREENVILLE, S.C. (July 1, 2025) – The South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership (SCMEP) and Michelin North America are continuing their collaborative efforts to strengthen the state’s manufacturing workforce.
First launched in 2022, the partnership makes Michelin’s world-class technical training programs available to small and mid-sized manufacturers across South Carolina. SCMEP is providing funding to help eligible companies cover up to 50 percent of costs.
The initiative provides access to instructor-led, in-person training at Michelin’s Sales Training Center in Greenville. Courses improve technical competencies in key areas, including:
- Pneumatic Systems
- Hydraulic Systems
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Technology Hand Skills
- Allen Bradley Control Logix
“Technical and maintenance skills remain essential to the day-to-day operations of South Carolina’s manufacturers, and this partnership is one way we help address workforce development challenges head-on,” said Andy Carr, President/CEO of SCMEP. “Working with Michelin to make this high-quality training accessible will strengthen the manufacturing sector within the state.”
The continuation of the program reinforces the long-standing commitment of both organizations to workforce readiness and the long-term competitiveness of South Carolina’s manufacturing sector.
“Strong careers in manufacturing are the foundation of stable communities,” says Robin Blackburn, External Training Manager at Michelin. “Our commitment to developing a highly skilled workforce is aligned with our purpose of providing a better way forward for everyone through economic stability and workforce development.”
To learn more about the program and the training opportunities available, visit scmep.org/Michelin.
About Michelin North America
Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., Michelin North America employs more than 23,500 people and operates 34 plants in the U.S. and Canada.
About SCMEP
The South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership is a private, non-profit group that serves as a resource to South Carolina manufacturers. An affiliate of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), SCMEP helps companies improve performance, increase profitability, and strengthen competitiveness.