023: Rebecca Chenier, Red Seal General Machinist, Centerline

Rebecca Chenier said that she was overwhelmed trying to find a career to support her family. She came across an ad for Women in Skilled Trades at WEST of Windsor and looked into it.

Here's a note for recruiters: Rebecca said that she might not have followed up if the ad hadn't mentioned women.

Now a Red Seal General Machinist, Rebecca joins host Nour Hachem-Fawaz to discuss:

• Why mentors are important
• The benefits of being a machinist
• Advice for young women
• Tips for companies looking to engage with prospective women staff
• What makes Centerline a remarkable employer
• What teachers can do to help students who show an interest

“Foster that interest...If someone is showing up they are already interested.”