It is impossible to start off any article on welder training without stating what everyone already knows. First and foremost, there’s a shortage of welders in the U.S. and there doesn’t seem to be a surefire fix for this any time soon. As the situation exists today, the older welders in the workforce are reaching retirement age at a faster rate than younger workers can replace them.
While this problem persists nationally, you can help combat this in your shop by providing the training that your welders need in-house. The following strategies can help you navigate the challenge of providing in-house training successfully.
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