In today's industrial landscape, manufacturing technicians need more than just traditional mechanical skills. If It Is Going to Be, It Is Up to Me, the fourth book in its series, is a comprehensive DIY guide for technicians and aspiring handypersons looking to stay ahead. Melvin C. Pohlkotte draws from decades of hands-on experience to present a roadmap to mastering diagnostic, troubleshooting, and communication skills vital to success in the modern workforce. He compares the human body to automation systems with practical, self-directed activities and resources.
Whether you're just entering the field or looking to advance your career, If It Is Going to Be, It Is Up to Me will equip you with tools to hone your skill set and thrive in today's industry. Pohlkotte blends technical manual with memoir, professional insight, and faith-driven wisdom to express how skills are divine gifts and meant to be shared.
Melvin C. Pohlkotte is a husband, father, and industrial engineer with over sixty-five years of experience in hands-on training, skill development, and workplace education. He has spent his career promoting training and apprenticeships, specializing in industrial process automation. Pohlkotte has helped many individuals master real-world skills essential for success in modern industries. Now, through his writing and website aimtrain.net, he continues to empower the unemployed and underemployed to take control of their careers. Pohlkotte blends his technical knowledge with a commitment to ministry under the belief that skills are gifts from God.