In case you were unaware, Manufacturing Day was earlier this month, and after the buzz and success of last year's event across the U.S., it was important that we get involved again this year. As the future of manufacturing within the U.S. is evolving, it's important that people become better educated about career opportunities and what manufacturing means to the economy -- both domestic and global. In this week's roundup we recap how the day was commemorated by industry publications as well as the federal government, and how everyone in between can get involved...
This Manufacturing.net article focuses on the open houses, plant tours, and workshops that are conducted to raise awareness about the career opportunities within manufacturing. There are nearly half-a-million skilled labor jobs within the industry that are not currently filled, which raises not only the skilled labor gap challenge, but also forces action towards a solution. This article highlights several companies that have developed programs aimed at closing this gap and provide opportunities for the future workforce. While reading through the examples, think about what your organization can do to contribute to this movement, especially for Manufacturing Day 2015. Read more…
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“NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 3, 2014, as National Manufacturing Day. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this day with programs and activities that highlight the contributions of American manufacturers, and I encourage all Americans to visit a manufacturer in their local community.”
A great read for those of you that have not had a chance to comprehend Obama’s proclamation of National Manufacturing Day. The President shows great support for the strides taken to expand Our Nation’s manufacturing industry, and therefore, strengthen our economy. Since 2010 America has created manufacturing jobs at the fastest pace in decades, adding 700,000 new jobs and allowing factories to continuously open their doors. Let’s keep with this momentum!
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By now you're no doubt aware that it's not just industry personnel taking action and driving awareness about manufacturing and MFGDAY. The Huffington Post highlighted this statement from U.S. Representative Steny Hoyer which takes a different approach to thinking about Manufacturing Day. While others seek to expand overall knowledge of industry challenges and get the younger generations involved, Hoyer provokes us to think about the global market place. He urges us to ponder on how events on this annual date can create competitive advantage for our nation and committing our communities to create and keep jobs within country lines. Read more…
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Raising awareness and overcoming the manufacturing skilled labor problem isn’t something that’s going to happen in a day. Like most major changes it’s an effort that will slowly progress, chipping away at traditional public perception one step at a time. Manufacturing Day is a great place to start for students, parents, teachers, public officials, and community members. Learn more about the skilled labor gap and how your local organizations are addresses this issue here. Also, don’t forget to get involved next year as well as throughout your organization.
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