MFG Day is October 4

Manufacturing day is finally here! Every fall, manufacturers across the United States open their doors to show their communities what manufacturing really looks like. Again this year, because of its alignment with our workforce development objectives, NFPA will support events related to MFG Day through our own programs and encouraging member companies to take part in MFG Day activities. These events allow students, parents, and the general public to explore firsthand the world of manufacturing and its career options. While most of these events take place on the official MFG Day date, which this year is Friday, October 4, they can be scheduled throughout the year.

Traditionally, MFG Day celebrations have consisted of facility tours. However, there are other ways to engage students and introduce them to fluid power and manufacturing careers, including:

  • Employee Q&A: Engineers explain to students what ‘a day in the life’ is like, how they got into the industry, etc.
  • Team Project: Engineers work with students to help assemble a basic fluid power classroom kit.
  • Create a video: Even though MFG Day is officially October 4, this option allows for continued and broader promotion by creating a shareable experience. Upload your video to YouTube and send a link using the MFG Day site’s Success Story form.

Are you hosting a MFG Day event this year? Share your story! We can help promote your event or get you connected with our education partners. Contact Stephanie at sscaccianoce@nfpa.com.

Recent Posts

Special Reports from Oxford Economics: Insights on Baltimore Bridge Collapse and Global Scenarios Forecast

A new research briefing and global scenarios report from Oxford Economics has been added to NFPA’s member hub. The latest research briefing focuses on the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Oxford anticipates larger economic implications for the Baltimore economy than nationally. Increases in transportation costs and disruptions are not forecasted to be widespread or large…

Read More about Special Reports from Oxford Economics: Insights on Baltimore Bridge Collapse and Global Scenarios Forecast

NFPA Scholarship Winners Seeking Employment and Internships in the Fluid Power Industry 

Through the support of generous donations to the NFPA Education and Technology Foundation, and volunteer NFPA member judges, the NFPA Education and Technology Foundation awarded 26 students $86,000 in scholarships to further their fluid power education for the 2023-24 academic year. The awardees include 23 students from the Fluid Power Scholarship applicant pool and 3 students from the…

Read More about NFPA Scholarship Winners Seeking Employment and Internships in the Fluid Power Industry 

Your Participation Inspires Students

Remarkable things happen when members volunteer and participate in NFPA programs and events designed for middle and high school students. The students learn about fluid power, develop an awareness for the industry and careers, and get inspired to continue their fluid power education at the collegiate level. A great example of this pipeline from childhood…

Read More about Your Participation Inspires Students