Northeastern Technical College (NETC) is proud to announce that FBI Construction of Florence, SC has been awarded the contract to build the new Schaeffler Manufacturing Technology Academy on the college’s Cheraw campus. This state-of-the-art, 27,500-square-foot facility will serve as a hands-on training center for advanced manufacturing to train future workforce technicians for local industry.
The total approved budget for the new training center is $7.6 million.
The Schaeffler Manufacturing Technology Academy is a vision of both NETC and Schaeffler. The facility will feature specialized areas for advanced training programs for high-demand and high-pay careers in electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, production operation, machine tooling, and CNC operation.
“This new facility isn’t just bricks and mortar—it’s a launchpad for student success and long-term community prosperity,” said NETC President, Dr. Kyle Wagner. “We’re not just training workers—we’re building futures.”
The long-standing apprenticeship program between NETC and Schaeffler, has already produced hundreds of graduates since 1988. With a high retention rate, many apprenticeship alumni have built lasting careers with Schaeffler. In a historic first, Schaeffler will launch eight apprenticeship cohorts in Fall 2025, signaling growth and career opportunity.
The Schaeffler Manufacturing Technology Academy will ensure that students not only gain cutting-edge skills but also secure well-paying jobs that support their families following graduation, while keeping Schaeffler at the forefront of innovation and global manufacturing excellence.
FBI Construction to Build Schaeffler Manufacturing Technology Academy
