Certified Technician -
Supply Chain Automation
The MSSC's CT-SCA Certification is a nationally portable, industry-led, training and certification system developed through a partnership with the National Center for Supply Chain Automation (NCSCA), Material Handling Industry (MHI), Material Handling Distributors Association (MHEDA), Amatrol, and NOCTI Business Solutions.
CT-SCA will enable both students and incumbent workers to gain the skills needed to meet the definition of a supply chain automation technician: A technician who installs, operates, supports, upgrades, or maintains the automated material handling equipment and systems which support the supply chain. This program will enable certificates to earn 3 prestigious industry recognized certifications:
Certification in
Equipment Maintenance
CT - SCA - EM
Certification in
Equipment Repair
CT - SCA - ER
Certification in
Network Repair
CT - SCA - NR
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Compact and transportable
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Fits easily into a company training facility or community college
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Cost effective
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Hands on experience to excite students to pursue a lucrative career in supply chain automation
Drawing upon 100 skills from MSSC's industry-defined, nationally validated Logistics Standard, Amatrol has built an ingenious hands-on training and testing device call "Skill Boss - Logistics"
Skill Boss - Logistics
Ecommerce is overtaking the Retail Industry
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Ecommerce is predictive to have 25-35% more returns vs. 8-9% brick and mortar stores
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There were 8,139 U.S. retail closures reported in 2017
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Ecommerce has grown from $170 billion to $ 692 billion in the last 10 years
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The Wall Street Journal reported 452,000 new logistics jobs were created in 2018
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Fulfillment centers are replacing traditional retail
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Logistics-industry salaries are among the fastest-growing sectors in the U.S.
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There is a significant shortage of skilled technicians
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The single, biggest issue companies face is attracting, recruiting and retaining staff
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Available nationwide
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Nationally accredited
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Federally recognized
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Always up to date
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Time and cost-effective for students
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Lucrative career pathway
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Easily integrated into apprenticeships and internships
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Customizable at the community level
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Improved employee performance and retention
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Reduces recruitment and training costs
Key Elements
CT-SCA - EM
Certification in
Equipment Maintenance
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Implement and remove equipment/system safety protocols
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Identify and operate major automated equipment/systems
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Monitor machine/system operation
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Ensure key parts and components are available in inventory
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Implement & perform preventive maintenance
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Establish monitoring and maintenance schedule for equipment/lubrication condition
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Safely use hand tool to maintain equipment
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Communicate with co-workers to promote productivity
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Perform technical and administrative duties
CT-SCA - ER
Certification in
Equipment Repair
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Install and maintain PLCs and PLC modules
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Troubleshoot and repair PLCs with discrete I/O PLC modules
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Modify, troubleshoot, or manipulate standard PLC operating programs and test/verify them for correct operation
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Install, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC systems with variable frequency AC drives
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Operate and test equipment network system, scanners, and run systems
CT-SCA - NR
Certification in
Network Repair
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Troubleshooting machines - mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems
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Prepare for repair
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Repair - mechanical/electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic systems
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Install, move, or remove equipment
MANUFACTURING THE FUTURE
The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), an industry-led 501 ©(3) non-profit, is America's leader in training and certifying foundational technical competencies for front-line workers for in-demand, higher wage, higher skills jobs in advanced manufacturing and logistics. Workers with MSSC certifications are qualified for 11.3 million jobs in front-line production, material handling, and distribution. 84% of executives surveyed agreed there is a talent shortage in U.S. manufacturing.
MSSC is helping industry close the gap as they prepare to
MANUFACTURE THE FUTURE.
WHY CERTIFY?
EMPLOYERS
84% of executives surveyed agree there is a talent shortage in U.S. manufacturing: MSSC is strategically positioned to help industry resolve this shortage.
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Hands on training and testing device options
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High employer ROI
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Employability skills
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Delivered and customized locally
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Timely and cost effective for students
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Articulates well between high school and colleges
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Integrated into apprenticeships and internships
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Secures pipeline of certified production and logistics technicians
STUDENTS
MSSC Certifications enable students to build lucrative career pathways in manufacturing and supply chain. Immediate benefits include:
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Higher Wages
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Improved Job Placement Rates
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Increased Confidence
WHAT MANUFACTURERS SAY...
The North Carolina Manufacturing Institute conducted a survey of manufacturers the have hired CPT graduates since 2014 to measure overall satisfaction.
"What I learned through MSSC was phenomenal. It definitely changed how I look at manufacturing equipment. I went from being an on/off call maintenance operator, to becoming a skilled, knowledgeable, troubleshooting technician." - Bob, Employee - Ocean Spray Cranberries Inc.
"We've been able to attract some of the most talented folks in the states to complete the CPT certification program and the feedback from employers has been outstanding." - Michael B. Keogh,
Business & Community Outreach Manager - Community College of Vermont.MSSC Center
"My training experts at Harley have high regard for the MSSC. We have already put more than 150 of our workers through MSSC assessments and are using those results to guide our training priorities. We offer tuition reimbursement for MSSC courses and take MSSC certification into account in hiring decisions." - James McCaslin, Vice President - Harley-Davidson Motor Company, WI