There are many reasons to consider a career in manufacturing – and October is the perfect time to explore your options because October is Manufacturing Month in Minnesota!
Manufacturing jobs pay well. In fact, average annual wages for workers in manufacturing in Minnesota are $76,950, 10% higher than across all industries in Minnesota. Plus, many manufacturing positions offer opportunities for advancement on a promising career path.
Many manufacturing jobs can be started with a high school diploma and employer-provided on-the-job training.
There are thousands of manufacturing employment opportunities in Minnesota now. And long-term projections show an additional 75,000 manufacturing job openings through 2030.
No matter where you live in Minnesota, there are manufacturers near you who are hiring now. If you are looking for work in manufacturing, chances are you can find your next employer right in your local area. Search manufacturing jobs in Minnesota.
Working in manufacturing may be different than what you imagine. Manufacturing is important work in a safe, clean, high-tech environment. High-tech machinery and stringent workplace standards are designed to protect worker safety. Many manufacturing jobs are on the cutting edge – utilizing robotics and automation, artificial intelligence and 3D printing. Search manufacturing training opportunities in Minnesota.
- People interested in exploring a career in manufacturing can find information about October’s statewide Tour of Manufacturing career exploration events, manufacturing hiring events, fact sheets about working in manufacturing and many other resources at CareerForceMN.com/Manufacturing.
- Find job fairs and other hiring events throughout Minnesota at CareerForceMN.com/JobFairs
- Get personal assistance by phone or email with CareerForce specialists. Find contact information for staff at a CareerForce location near you at CareerForceMN.com/Locations.
