Manufacturing Day

Florida Manufacturing Month: October 2023

Manufacturing Month in Florida will kick off on National Manufacturing Day, Friday, October 6, 2023. The goal is to inspire the next generation of manufacturers. Events sharing information on careers in manufacturing with students are held in October and throughout the year. Manufacturing Month priorities as listed by the Manufacturing Institute are to:

Change the perception of careers in manufacturing to reflect its true status as the most advanced, high-tech industry in the country.
Re-establish the U.S. as the global leader of manufacturing education.
Advocate for education and job training policies that strengthen the U.S. manufacturing workforce.

The ultimate goal is to help manufacturers build a steady pipeline of qualified and diversified manufacturing talent to help build and support local economies for decades to come.

**Watch the ‘Get Ready for MFG Month’ Webinar on Demand**

Help inspire the next generation of students! Watch this webinar for step-by-step instructions for planning your student event.

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RESOURCES

Ideas & materials to help promote careers in manufacturing.

Virtual Industry Tours
Find a manufacturer in your area:
- Reach out to your local Regional Manufacturers Association (RMA)
- Use the map to find the one covering your region
What you need to plan your student event:
Year Round Industry Resources
Adopt-A-School Guide

Rock MFG Day Toolkit & Resources:
Available free September 1 – November 30

Why your company, school or community should host a MFG Day event
How to host an engaging event
Short videos on specific careers
Tool that showcase how STEAM & soft skills are used in real-world careers

Get There Resources:

Get There Flyer: General overview of the Florida Department of Education Get There outreach and recruitment campaign
Action Toolkit: Customizable promotional materials including social media content, newsletters, press releases and flyers