McLellan Industries
McLellan Industries' SkillBridge program offers transitioning service members a 24-week, full-time, hands-on manufacturing training experience at our Hanford, California production facility. Trainees develop practical skills in welding, fabrication, truck body assembly, hydraulic and mechanical systems, and quality inspection — with a pathway toward DOT welding certification. This program is designed to produce job-ready candidates for careers in heavy manufacturing and industrial equipment production.
Trainees will work alongside experienced production staff in a real shop environment, progressing through structured rotations covering: shop safety and industrial fundamentals; basic shop skills including measurement, layout, and print reading; welding and fabrication (joint prep, fit-up, weld execution, and finishing); truck and equipment assembly (frame/body integration, fastener installation, component mounting); hydraulic, mechanical, and basic electrical system exposure; quality and inspection awareness; and professional workforce development. The program is progressive — trainees take on increasing responsibility as competency is demonstrated. The goal is full readiness for employment as a welder, fabricator, assembler, or truck technician support role upon transition.
Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.
Open to all transitioning active duty service members within 180 days of separation or retirement. No prior manufacturing experience required — all skills will be developed through the program. Candidates should be willing to work in a production shop environment and commit to the full 24-week schedule.
Trainees will receive mentorship from experienced production staff throughout the program. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided. Upon successful completion, graduates will be considered for direct hire into open production roles at McLellan Industries.
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway