Students from Benjamin Logan, Bellefontaine, Indian Lake, Ohio Hi-Point, and Riverside High Schools toured various manufacturing facilities last week in celebration of National Manufacturing Week.
Participants gained first-hand experience and insights from employees on the diverse career opportunities available in the industry and at local facilities, including EWH Spectrum, DMG Tool & Die, Powerbuilt, and NX Automotive Logistics, Honda Pro Center and more.
Nationwide Manufacturing Week highlights the critical role manufacturing plays in the economy and local workforce. While nationwide only 8 percent of the workforce is employed in manufacturing, in Logan County, over 30 percent of residents work in this industry, creating essential products and driving economic growth.
To make students aware of these opportunities, local schools, manufacturers and the Logan County Chamber of Commerce collaborate each year to host these special events. This year, 25-30 students from each school toured local manufacturing facilities.
During their visits, participants saw firsthand how manufacturing companies in Logan County are leading the way in cutting edge technology and production, while also learning about potential career pathways.
The event was organized by the Midwest Regional Educational Service Center in partnership with the Logan County Chamber of Commerce, and it serves as a critical tool in promoting manufacturing as a viable and attractive career choice for young people.
