Lesson Plan
Course Title: Principles of Manufacturing
Session Title: Creating and Staffing a Manufacturing Company
Performance Objective:
The students will be able to explain different types of companies used to manufacture products,
create a classroom simulation of a manufacturing company and staff it using techniques learned
from the Creating and Staffing a Manufacturing Company PowerPoint presentation, to the
satisfaction of the teacher.
Specific Objectives:
The student is able to:
 research manufacturing companies
 differentiate between sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporations
 define what is meant by customer satisfaction
 prepare a letter of interest, job application, and interview survey for a manufacturing job
 explain what to do before, during, and after an interview
 review applications and interview classmates
 assess job applications and interviews in order to fill the positions
Preparation
TEKS Correlations:
This lesson, as published, correlates to the following TEKS. Any changes/alterations to the
activities may result in the elimination of any or all of the TEKS listed.
Principles of Manufacturing:

130.322(c)(2)(B)(C)(E)(F)
…identify employers' expectations to foster positive customer satisfaction;
…demonstrate the skills required in the workplace such as interviewing skills, flexibility,
willingness to learn new skills and acquire knowledge, self-discipline, self-worth, positive
attitude, and integrity in a work situation;
…communicate effectively with others to clarify objectives; and
…demonstrate skills related to health and safety in the workplace, as specified by
appropriate government regulations.

130.322(c)(15)(A)(B)(C)
…apply an engineering approach to problem solving to improve a manufactured
product;
…apply critical-thinking strategies to the analysis of proposed solutions; and
…apply decision-making techniques to engineering solutions.
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Interdisciplinary Correlations:
Career Preparation I:

127.13(c)(1)(B)(D)(E)
…demonstrate the application of essential workplace skills in the career acquisition
process;
…complete job search documents, including job applications and I-9 and W-4 forms;
…demonstrate proper interview techniques in various situations; and

127.13(c)(7)(A)(B)
…identify and apply safe working practices related to training station;
…demonstrate knowledge of personal and occupational safety practices in the
workplace;
Teacher Preparation:
Teacher should review the Creating and Staffing a Manufacturing Company PowerPoint
presentation and the links provided as references. Employment Application and Interview
Survey handouts need to be reproduced.
References:
1. Companies:
http://www.themoneyalert.com/businesstypesofownership.html
http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/ced/ced_skills.asp
2. Letter of Interest:
http://www.letterwritingguide.com/interest.htm
3. Applications:
http://jobsearch.about.com/od/jobappsamples/a/sampleapp.htm
http://jobsearch.about.com/od/jobappsamples/a/ptjobapp_2.htm
http://www.quintcareers.com/employment_application.pdf
http://www.midstatetrader.com/printable-job-application/images/form/generic-job-application
http://www.midstatetrader.com/printable-job-application/blank-application
4. Interviews:
http://www.learnmoreindiana.org/careers/getajob/Pages/InterviewingSkills.aspx
http://career-advice.monster.com/job-interview/Interview-Questions/100-Potential-InterviewQuestions/article.aspx
Instructional Aids:
1. Creating and Staffing a Manufacturing Company PowerPoint presentation
2. Employment Application handout
3. Interview Survey handout
Materials Needed:
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1. Pen or pencil
Equipment Needed:
1. Computer
2. Data projector
Learner Preparation: None required
Introduction
Introduction (LSI Quadrant I):
SAY: Today we are going to learn about how to set up a classroom simulation of a simple
manufacturing business; and staff it, from techniques you will learn in the Creating and Staffing
a Manufacturing Company PowerPoint presentation.
ASK: Have you ever thought about the different types of manufacturing companies that
produce the products you use?
ANSWER: Let several students respond.
SAY: You are going to be asked to complete a basic job application and have an interview for a
manufacturing position (job) in our classroom company.
SHOW: The Employment Application handout, and distribute.
ASK: Has anyone in class ever filled out a job application for a job?
ANSWER: Let several students respond.
ASK: Did you get to interview or talk about your getting the job?
ANSWER: Let several students respond.
SHOW: The Interview Survey handout, and distribute.
SAY: At the end of this lesson, you will have the opportunity of interviewing each other and
assessing which applicant is best suited for each job that needs to be filled.
Outline
Outline (LSI Quadrant II):
Instructors can use the PowerPoint presentation, slides, handouts, and note pages in
conjunction with the following outline.
MI
Outline
Notes to Instructor
I.
Introduce the lesson
A. Discuss the types of companies in
manufacturing.
B. Explain that the class will set up a
company that will mass produce a product.
II. Types of manufacturing companies
Teacher should review
the Creating and
Staffing a
Manufacturing
Company PowerPoint
presentation and view
the internet links
included as references
in this lesson.
These slides give
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A. Terms
B. Definitions
simple definitions of
sole proprietorship,
partnership, and
corporations.
(Slides 1-5)
.
III. Applying for a job
A. Forms needed to apply for a job
B. Letter of Interest
C. Job Applications
D. Thank You
Use the slides to
explain the Letter of
Interest and the parts
of an employment
application. Distribute
the Employment
Application handout
and let the students
look at it.
(Slides 6-14)
IV. Interview
A. Purpose
B. Pre-interview
C. Interview skills and questions
D. What to expect during an interview
E. What to do after an interview
The interview is
explained in simple
terms. Distribute the
Interview Survey
handout.
(Slides 15-22)
V. Customer satisfaction
A. Necessity
B. Techniques
C. Resources
The knowledge about
the customer will help
the students in the
work place.
(Slides 23-28)
VI. Setting up a classroom company
A. Management positions
B. Employee/Labor positions
Basics of setting up a
company with job
listings. Review the
types of management
and employee
positions that will be
needed in a
manufacturing
company.
(Slides 29-30)
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VII. Student Applications and interviews
A. Select a job to apply for
B. Complete a job application
C. Divide applications into groups of like jobs
D. Have students from different job groups
interview each other
E. Have student decide on job positions
based on applications and interviews
Verbal
Linguistic
Logical
Mathematical
Visual
Spatial
Musical
Rhythmic
Bodily
Kinesthetic
Intrapersonal
After the presentation
have the students fill in
the applications for the
job positions listed on
slide 30.
After the applications
are turned in, divide
the forms into like jobs
for review. Have
students from different
job groups interview
each other.
(Slides 31-32)
Interpersonal
Naturalist
Existentialist
Application
Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
The teacher must explain the Creating and Staffing a Manufacturing Company PowerPoint
presentation and provide personal examples as he/she goes through the lesson. The teacher
should not just read it or let the students read it.
Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III):
Students should be monitored while they are completing the Employment Applications. The
students may want to add questions to the Interview Survey handout. The students will
interview each other to fill all the jobs needed for the classroom manufacturing company.
Summary
Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV):
Question: What type questions do you think should be asked during an interview?
Answer: Allow the students to explain their thoughts.
Question: Why would customer service be important to a manufacturing company?
Answer: Allow the students to explain their thoughts.
Evaluation
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Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III):
Listen to the discussion about interviews and customer service to understand the knowledge
gained. Observe the students as they conduct interviews and fill the positions in the classroom
company.
Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV):
The students will fill out Employment Applications and Interview Survey handouts used to
interview each other. These will be turned in for a completion grade.
Extension
Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV):
The students could research other job applications used in manufacturing companies and
interview techniques.
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Principles of Manufacturing
Employment Application
Job Applying for
Supervisor
Foremen
PERSONAL DATA
Inspector
Operator
Skilled
Unskilled
Date _______________________________
Name ________________________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Present Address ________________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip Code
Phone # ________________________________
Social Security # XXX-XX-________
E-Mail Address ________________________________________________________________________________
EDUCATION
High School Attending __________________________________________________________________________
Grade Level __________________
Lunch Period _________________________
Elective Classes ________________________________________________________________________________
WORK EXPERIENCE
Company Name ________________________________________________________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip Code
Job Title _________________________________
Phone # ____________________________________
Job Description ________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
APPROVED EQUIPMENT USAGE
_____ Miter saw
_____ Scroll saw
_____ Band saw
_____ Router
_____ Drill press
_____ Sander
Other Machines or Needed Skills __________________________________________________________________
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OTHER INFORMATION
Awards ______________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Honors _______________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Other Information ______________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________
REFERENCES
Name ________________________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Company ________________________________
Position ____________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________________________________
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Phone # ____________________________
E-Mail ____________________________________________
Name ________________________________________________________________________________________
Last
First
Company ________________________________
Position ____________________________________
Address ______________________________________________________________________________________
Address
City
State
Zip Code
Phone # ________________________
E-Mail _____________________________________________
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION THAT COULD HELP YOU QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION
Examples include; classes (include dates), certificates, current licenses, specific equipment and other skills.
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Principles of Manufacturing
Interview Survey
Name
Position
Questions

Comments
Why did you apply for this position?
What types of equipment can you safely operate?
Would you be willing to fill another position?
Could you try different ways of producing a
product?
What do you like to do?
List five words that describe you?
Do you like to help other people?
Do you like to work alone or in a group?
What is your favorite class in school?
If you were on a hike would you be in the lead?
You will be in a manufacturing field. Do you
have any safety worries?
Additional Questions by Interviewer
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