Lifting Lives. Building Futures.
A wokforce training initiative for underserved young adults in Rochester, NY.
Young Adults Manufacturer Training Employment Program
82% SUCCESS RATE
YAMTEP is a not-for-profit organization based in Rochester, NY, providing hands-on manufacturing skills and workforce training to young adults seeking meaningful employment. Our programs serve individuals age 18 and older.
With a job placement success rate of 82%, YAMTEP stands among the top workforce training initiatives in the nation.
Founded in 2015 by Tyrone Reaves, owner of TruForm Manufacturing, YAMTEP is committed to equipping participants with the tools they need to build sustainable careers. We exist to train, empower, and launch young adults into lives of purpose, independence, and community impact.
YAMTEP’s mission is strengthened through collaborations with some of the region’s most respected employers and institutions. Partnerships with TruForm Manufacturing, Product Integration & Manufacturing, and Plug Powerconnect graduates with in-demand opportunities in advanced manufacturing and clean energy—industries that are shaping the future of Rochester’s economy. These employers not only provide job placements but also serve as active contributors in aligning YAMTEP’s training with the evolving needs of the workforce.
In addition, YAMTEP works alongside community partners and educational leaders such as the University of Rochester, ensuring participants have access to resources, mentorship, and pathways for continued growth. By building bridges between workforce development, higher education, and industry, YAMTEP creates an ecosystem of support that empowers individuals to achieve lasting success. Together with our partners, we are not only changing career trajectories—we are transforming lives and strengthening the communities we serve.
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At YAMTEP, we’re proud to walk alongside young adults who are ready to step up, show up, and build a better life. Our programs equip students with real-world, employable skills that open doors and change trajectories.
While we specialize in manufacturing training, we also offer pathways into high-demand fields like machine operation, home health care, hospital housekeeping, and food service—broadening options and increasing opportunity.
This is more than job training—it’s a chance to transform your future. If you bring the commitment, we’ll bring the guidance, education, and support. Together, we’ll rise—one skill, one step, one story at a time.
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YAMTEP is proud to partner with some of our regions most successful organizations that help young adults step confidently into today’s workforce. No matter your starting point, our team is dedicated to helping you rise, grow, and redefine your future.
We offer resume support and job interview opportunities for individuals completing our program ensuring that they have a clear path forward.
Want to learn more about our hands-on manufacturing education and training? Reach out today—we’re ready to help you gain the skills, land the job, and become a powerful force in our community’s future.