Celebrating Manufacturing

MFG Day 2025 will be on October 3
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WHY CELEBRATE

Fueling Economic Growth and Innovation

Manufacturing fuels our economy and drives innovation across industries, providing jobs, building communities, and bringing essential products to life. As we celebrate manufacturing, we honor the creativity, resilience, and hard work of those who keep our world moving forward.

MANUFACTURING DAY

What is Manufacturing Day?

National Manufacturing Day celebrates modern manufacturing and positively influences the common misconceptions around the manufacturing industry, while inspiring the future generation of manufacturers. Although nationally recognized on the first Friday of October (this year, it is October 4), Illinois celebrates manufacturing the entire month of October. Manufacturers have the opportunity to open their doors to local schools and their communities to give students, educational leaders, and parents the opportunity to learn what manufacturing is and is not.

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Important Links

MFG Day Website

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Plan and Prepare

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Host Tool Kit

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MFG Day Resources

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MFG DAY

Inspiring the Future Manufacturing Workforce

Celebrated nationally on the first Friday in October, MFG Day is manufacturing’s biggest annual opportunity to inspire the next generation, positively shift perceptions about our industry, and build the foundation for the manufacturing workforce of the future.

Why Participate

Manufacturers face a talent shortage, and Manufacturing Day provides the opportunity to collaboratively address this issue and other common challenges. By participating in Manufacturing Day/Month, Illinois manufacturers are empowered to connect with the next generation of manufacturers, positively influence the public’s perception of manufacturing, and ensure continued growth of the industry. When you host or participate in a MFG Day event you get to:

  • Share your company’s story
  • Dissolve outdated myths about manufacturing (dull, dirty, unsafe, etc.)
  • Inspire a new generation of manufacturers
  • Learn about ways to improve your efficiencies, workforce, and profits
  • Initiate business relationships with other manufacturers or community organizations
  • Discover what else is being made in your community

How to Participate in MFG Day

With this resource you will learn to:

  • Decide on the type of event you will host, virtual events, plant tours or other in-person events
  • Register your event on mfgday.com.
  • Use the Host Toolkit to plan, partner with local schools, and promote your event
  • Promote! Promote! Promote!

HOSTING A MFG EVENT?

Tell Us About Your MFG Day Event

Please take a moment to let us know the details, and we would be happy to help get the word out to help you celebrate.

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Upcoming Events Celebrating Manufacturing

Discover workshops, training sessions, and networking opportunities designed to support growth, innovation, and operational excellence in manufacturing.

October 17, 2024 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

2024 MIDWEST AEROSPACE CONFERENCE

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September 22 -

DEVELOP YOUR LEADERS: Well-Rounded Leadership Foundation 8-Week Training Program – Chicago (Spanish Version)

An 8-week program equipping new supervisors with key skills to lead teams, improve communication, and achieve organizational goals in spanish!
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Tell Us Why You Chose a Career in Manufacturing

Please take a moment and let us know how a career in manufacturing has impacted you. Help inspire a new generation of workforce to take advantage of the opportunities available in manufacturing!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn how we partner with businesses to overcome challenges, improve operations, and drive success in a competitive market.

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Useful Resources

Blogs

Agility: What Can it Mean for Your Company?

Agility: What Can it Mean for Your Company?

Business GrowthStrategic Planning Strategy
Blogs

10 Terms Manufacturers Need to Know About Sustainability

In this article, you’ll learn 10 key terms that all manufacturers should know and can apply to sustainability in their business.

Lean ManufacturingQuality Management Operations
Blogs

Attracting Qualified Applicants Through Social Media

Let’s explore some effective strategies for using social media channels to reach, capture, and engage your target audience in the manufacturing sector.

Customer EngagementMarketing & Sales Growth
Blogs

Developing a Supply Chain Strategy as a Small to Medium-Sized Manufacturer (Part 1)

In the latest supply chain blog, Jeanne Perron discusses effective strategies for small to mid-sized manufacturers to develop and expand their supply chain.

SourcingSupply Chain Operations
Blogs

CULTURE BY DESIGN: 4 Steps to Implement Today

In the latest DEI blog, Paola Velasquez discusses how workplace culture connects with employees and the positive impacts that it could have.

Company Culture Workforce
Blogs

CMMC 2.0 Rollout

What will this rollout look like, what will it mean for you–and is this really the final word on CMMC? Read on to learn more.

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Supplier Opportunities

  1. BABA: Lattice Towers - Pacific Gas & Electric - Close Date: 10/23/2026
  2. Berry Absorbent Pad Non-Sterile - North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership - Close Date: 10/23/2026
  3. Thermal Desorption Unit (TDU) - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Close Date: 10/23/2026
  4. Hybrid Inverter - California Construction Compliance - Close Date: 10/28/2026
  5. BABA: Bathtubs - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/29/2026
  6. BABA: Door Hardware - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/29/2026
  7. BABA: Stainless Steel ADA & Commercial Fixtures (Tube Bending) - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  8. BABA: Emergency Light Safety & Exit Signage - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  9. BABA: Architectural & Ambient Indoor Lighting - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  10. BABA: Security Lighting - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  11. BABA: Ceiling Fan - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  12. BABA: Medicine Cabinets (Sheet Metal & Glass Assembly) - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  13. BABA: Bathroom Accessories (Die-Casting & Plating) - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  14. BABA: Vinyl Exterior Profiles (Polymer Extrusion) - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  15. BABA: Synthetic Weather-Resistive Barriers - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  16. BABA: Construction Fasteners (Cold Heading & Wire Forming) - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  17. BABA: Aluminum Exterior Profiles - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 10/30/2026
  18. Plumbing Fixtures - Windover Construction - Close Date: 11/04/2026
  19. Toilet Accessories - Windover Construction - Close Date: 11/04/2026
  20. Window Treatments - Windover Construction - Close Date: 11/04/2026
  21. Fish Food & Vitamins - U.S. Department of Commerce - Close Date: 11/04/2026
  22. BABA: Gigabit Bi-Directional Transceiver - U.S. Department of Commerce - Close Date: 11/06/2026
  23. X-ray Diffractometer - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Close Date: 11/12/2026
  24. Pharmaceutical Manufacturers - C3 Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Close Date: 11/13/2026
  25. BABA: Diesel Engine - Blue Star Power Systems - Close Date: 11/25/2026
  26. Stainless Steel Tubing - Prospect Anchor and Tool - Close Date: 12/03/2026