Something new has happened at the
Cameron Tool Corporation. The tool and die company that was founded in 1966 has a backlog of work that will take them into the New Year.
“We’ve never had that,” says Carey Oberlin of Cameron Tool. “There are probably a couple of reasons. One is that in 2005 and 2004, there were a lot more die shops. Now there are not as many. Also, the car companies are putting out some new models.”
The increase in work has the company adding new positions. Cameron Tool has recently added two new positions and will look to add additional jobs as needed.
“We’re looking to bring on a couple of people on the floor,” Oberlin says. “It’s very specialized, so the people we usually look for are experienced.”
One way Cameron Tool is able to find experienced employees is by training them from within with their apprenticeship program.
“Manufacturing is a strong industry,” says Oberlin. “It’s a great way to earn a living. We offer apprenticeships to students so they can grow with the company.”
Cameron Tools’ apprenticeship program goes back to the beginning of the company’s history. In fact, the current owner of the company began his career there as an apprentice.
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