On October 1, 2014

Governor Shumlin proclaims October “Manufacturing Month”

Gov. Peter Shumlin formally proclaimed October as “Manufacturing Month” in Vermont in conjunction with National Manufacturing Day, Oct. 3.  “Manufacturing is critically important to Vermont’s economy,” said the governor. “I encourage all Vermonters to learn about the innovation of Vermont’s manufacturers, and particularly for young people to pursue careers offering quality jobs here in our state.”

A wide variety of events are being held across the state on Friday, Oct. 3, including:

American Precision Museum – The museum in collaboration with Springfield Regional Development Corporation (SRDC) is conducting school and company tours in the region in partnership with North Hartland Tool, River Valley Tech Center, and Hartford Area Career and Tech Center.

Andrew Pearce Bowls in Bethel is hosting an open house on Oct.4.

Franklin County Industrial Development Corporation  is holding a mixer in St. Albans on Oct. 2 for manufacturers and colleagues to meet and network.

Husky Injection Molding Systems  will be providing plant tours at its Milton facility on Oct. 3.

Maple Landmark Woodcraft in Middlebury will provide tours of its operation on Oct. 3.

GW Plastics will host an open house on Oct. 4 at the Bethel headquarters.

The Northeastern Vermont Development Association and the North Country Career Center will be hosting an event on Oct. 3 from 9 a.m. to 12-noon for the community.

According to the “Advanced Manufacturing Partnership” report issued by Governor Shumlin, over 1,000 Vermont manufacturers employ 5 or fewer workers. Approximately 31,000 workers, or about 10 percent of Vermont’s total workforce, are employed by manufacturers. Average earnings are about 36 percent higher for manufacturing jobs in Vermont according to the Vermont Department of Labor.

The nationwide Manufacturing Day effort is co-produced by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International (FMA), the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), the Manufacturing Institute (MI) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) – with whom the Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center (VMEC) is affiliated – and Industrial Strength Marketing in Nashville.
For more information visit www.mfgday.com.

Do you want to submit feedback to the editor?

Send Us An Email!

Related Posts

Vermont’s adult loon population is at an all-time high, but fewer chicks are surviving

July 2, 2025
By Izzy Wagner/VTDigger Vermont’s adult loon population is at an all-time high, but scientists have noticed a recent decrease in the number of chicks surviving. In 2024, Vermont saw a record-breaking 123 nesting pairs, 11 of which landed at first-time nesting sites. Out of the 125 loon chicks that hatched in 2024, 65% survived through the…

Vermont State University graduates 414 nurses, boosting local health care workforce

July 2, 2025
Vermont State University (VTSU) has graduated 414 new nurses this year, marking a significant step forward in addressing the state’s ongoing health care workforce shortage. With approximately 92% of these graduates testing for licensure in Vermont and strong NCLEX pass rates, the university continues to deliver on its promise to educate and prepare nurses who…

VT Agency of Education announces summer food service program

July 2, 2025
The Agency of Education announced the availability of summer meal sites providing meals to all children, 18 and under, through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). This program ensures that children across the state have access to nutritious meals throughout the summer. Families are encouraged to access these meals to help support children’s growth, health,…

Sanders restores $17m for Vt schools canceled by Trump

July 2, 2025
Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont), ranking member of the Senate health, education, labor, and pensions (HELP) committee, June 27 announced that the U.S. Dept. of Education reversed its decision to cancel nearly $17 million in federal K-12 Covid-19 funding for Vermont school districts and some $2.5 billion for schools across the country. The administration’s announcement follows…