Manor College Hosts MontcoWorks Job Fair for Displaced SPS Workers

Manor College served as home on April 3 to a job fair for workers displaced by the fire at SPS Technologies.

“We wanted to do this for the community,” Craig Cuthbert, PA CareerLink Montgomery County Operator said. “The outpouring of support for the workers has been amazing and employers want to talk with these workers. We’re honored to help facilitate this.”

The career fair, which was also open to the public, saw more than 30 employers and 150 potential employees pack the Manor College gymnasium.

The fire at SPS Technologies took place in February and led to the loss of about 200 jobs in the Glenside/Jenkintown area. Manor College, located on Fox Chase Road in Jenkintown, is about three miles from the SPS headquarters.

“Whatever we can do for our community, we want to be a resource,” Dr. Jonathan Peri, Manor College President, said. “We were glad to host this event and we welcome our hardworking neighbors.”

The event was attended by Nancy Walker, Secretary of Labor and Industry for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Secretary Walker toured the gym and spoke to many of the employees and employers on hand.

Manor College is a private, Catholic institution in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, known for its small class sizes, supportive community, and strong academic programs. It offers a range of associate and bachelor’s degrees, with a focus on healthcare, business, and liberal arts. Manor College is dedicated to providing a personalized education that prepares students for success in their careers and provokes a passion for lifelong learning.

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