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The FFA/Skills USA Youth Auction at the Butte County Fair has once again proven to be a platform where innovation and community converge.
Meet William Wasilchen, Jr., 16 (17 in 3 weeks), of Core Butte High School in Vina. He is a junior and once he graduates he plans on staying local and attending the Butte College Welding Program. His interests include mechanics, welding, carpentry, and as a rancher his animals. His father, William Sr. owns Payless 4 Wheel Drive in Chico and taught his son to weld at a young age. William Jr. works at his father’s shop in assisting with day-to-day tasks and after college intends on taking over the family business.
William created a horseshoe-designed set that included a wine, boot, and coat rack. Aside from bettering his skills, his motivation for this project was to try new welding styles and designs.
His project is a symbol of the commitment, hard work, and determination that our local students bring to the table.
The Grow Manufacturing Initiative is a proud member of California’s Manufacturing Network. The Network was formed and is managed by CMTC, to efficiently serve manufacturers statewide. As a member of California’s Manufacturing Network, the Grow Manufacturing Initiative delivers technical assistance services and resources which address the regional challenges driven by the diverse manufacturing community. California’s Manufacturing Network is a collaboration of more than 20 organizations throughout the state, serving more than 2,000 companies annually, and adding significant economic impact for manufacturers and the public good of the State of California.