Manufacturing Day

Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) is an opportunity for manufacturers to highlight what's taking place on factory floors across the country and to energize a future pipeline of skilled workers. An annual event that occurs on the first Friday of October, MFG Day is an occasion during which manufacturers open their doors to showcase the potential of modern manufacturing and foster interest in manufacturing careers. This year, MFG Day kicks off on Friday, October 3, 2025. Organizations show the public what manufacturing really looks like through more than 3,000 events across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico with over 325,000 students, parents, and community members attending.

The rallying point for a growing mass movement, MFG Day empowers manufacturers to come together to address their collective challenges so they can help their communities and future generations thrive. Since its inception, the MEP National Network^TM has participated in MFG Day by hosting, coordinating, and promoting events. You can read this blog to learn more about how MFG Day is changing perceptions and the role the Network has played.

MFG Day - Inspiring the Future Manufacturing Workforce

Celebrate MFG Day with the MEP National Network

You can celebrate MFG Day 2025 with the MEP National Network by attending events across the country. Events for 2025 coming soon so check back often!

Georgia

Georgia Manufacturing Extension Partnership (GaMEP) at Georgia Tech

Georgia AIM Week 2025: AIM For Tomorrow
September 2-October 3, 2025
Sites across Georgia
Get ready for mobile studio tours, advanced manufacturing, coding, new career pathways, and technology like you’ve never seen it before! Sign up for this year’s slate of events. Learn more

West Georgia Manufacturing Day
October 2, 2025
LaGrange, Georgia
This trade-show style event fosters engagement between education and industry and has been transformative in negating the stigma around careers in manufacturing. The event includes interactive technology demos, opportunities for students to talk with manufacturers in West Georgia about career opportunities, connections to local educational opportunities, and more! Learn more

Help Build Cobb’s Future Workforce at Manufacturing Day 2025
October 1, 2025
Acworth, Georgia
Students will experience live skills demos, guided lab tours, Q&A with professionals, and a networking lunch with an employer showcase at Chattahoochee Technical College. Following that event, on October 24, students will participate in industry site visits at local manufacturers. Employers will have the opportunity to engage directly with future talent, showcase their company, and build lasting connections with schools and the community. Contact Twana Roots at troots [at] cobbchamber.org (troots[at]cobbchamber[dot]org) for more information.

Illinois

Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC)

Makers on the Move Bus Tour
IMEC and the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association are hitting the road with the Makers on the Move bus to showcase Illinois manufacturing at its best. This week-long tour celebrates the modern, high-tech, and innovative nature of the industry while challenging old perceptions and inspiring the next generation. With stops at manufacturers, colleges, and high schools, it is a chance to highlight career pathways and industry advancements. The full bus route will be available soon. Learn more

Pennsylvania

Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC)

Innovative Manufacturers' Center/Tasseron Sensors PM Exchange 2025
October 23, 2025
Tasseron Sensors, 140 Choate Circle, Montoursville, PA
Join the Innovative Manufacturers Center (IMC) and Tasseron Sensors, Inc. at our PM Exchange celebrating National Manufacturing Month. For over 35 years, IMC has been supporting Central PA manufacturers with expert guidance in continuous improvement, workforce training, technology integration, quality, and much more. Last year alone, IMC engagements helped create and retain over 1,400 jobs, generated $86 million in new and retained sales, led to $27.5 million in manufacturing expansion and modernization, and helped clients realize $7.5 million in cost savings. For over a century, the Tasseron Group—comprised of 5 companies and 3 manufacturing sites—has delivered high-performance HVAC sensors known for precision and reliability. Tasseron Sensors, Inc., located in Montoursville, carries on this legacy of innovation and quality. With a commitment to craftsmanship, customization, and responsive service, Tasseron continues to be the trusted partner for OEMs and HVAC professionals around the world. Learn more

Northeastern Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center (NEPIRC)

2025 Manufacturing Day Best Practices Summit & Expo
October 3, 2025
Mohegan Pennsylvania Convention Center, Wilkes-Barre, PA
Join NEPIRC for the largest manufacturing conference & networking event in Pennsylvania! This event is a "must attend" for all manufacturers. Last year brought together nearly 500 industry professionals, partners and advocates to celebrate NEPIRC's Manufacturing Day (MFG DAY) Best Practices Summit & Expo at Mohegan Pennsylvania in Wilkes-Barre. This year is on track to be even bigger! Get Tickets

Vermont

Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center (VMEC)

Making It! Advanced Manufacturing Day
October 16, 2025
Generator Makerspace, Burlington
Advanced Manufacturing Day (AMD) 2025 is more than a networking event – it’s a hands-on, high-energy forum to connect, learn, and get inspired. You’ll meet local innovators, see real-world applications of improvement methods, and engage in meaningful exchange with peers across business, education, and government. The event includes a dynamic poster session showcasing continuous improvement methods, engaging networking opportunities and focused learning from experienced problem solvers. Register