Senior Manufacturing Tech student Ismael Sanchez is getting real world experience even before he graduates. He has been working at TriStar Industries, Inc. since last October. Based in Berlin, Connecticut, TriStar has been a leader in the manufacturing of threaded inserts and precision machined products for over 16 years. TriStar develops components for several markets ranging from the medical field to toy manufacturing. Most of their customers are located in North America but they also have made products for clients all over the world.

According to TriStar's President, Andrew Nowakowski, it is the first time they have hired a high school level student to work for them. He says that he has been impressed by Ismael's work ethic and enthusiasm. "We started him off learning about our safety and work standards. We also had him working with some of our top machinists on a variety of inspection techniques. Now we have him running Davenport screw machines."

Ismael works a full day 2 to 3 days a week during his shop cycle at Goodwin Tech. He says that his training at Goodwin Tech has helped him immensely in the work he is now doing at TriStar.

"I really enjoy working here. The people are very helpful and friendly. I have learned a lot," says Ismael on his experience so far at TriStar.