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In celebration of Manufacturing Day, ME Elecmetal will open its doors to employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities it serves. The events aim to educate the public on the importance of the manufacturing industry and encourage next-generation workers to explore careers in manufacturing. ME Elecmetal’s Manufacturing Day event will take place on October 5, 2024, at the company’s foundry in Tempe, Arizona from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

Manufacturing Day is an annual national event executed at the local level and supported by thousands of manufacturers. It includes hosting students, teachers, parents, job seekers, and other community members at open houses, plant tours, and presentations designed to highlight modern manufacturing technology and careers. 

This family-friendly event will feature public tours of ME Elecmetal’s facilities and metal casting demonstrations. The goal is to educate the public on the significance of the metal casting industry to both local communities and the U.S. economy. ME Elecmetal also aims to demonstrate to younger workers that metal casting is a rewarding career path. 

"At ME Elecmetal, we believe that Manufacturing Day is an invaluable opportunity to highlight the pivotal role manufacturing plays in our economy and communities. It is a day to highlight the innovation, skills, and dedication that define our industry, and to inspire the next generation of manufacturing professionals Our industry is built on partnering with our mining customers for a sustainable future. The benefit of Manufacturing Day shows how we can create opportunities for our employees and helps educate their families and surrounding communities of the critical importance of what we do here,” explains Scott Schudalla, Vice President of Manufacturing for ME Elecmetal. “By participating in Manufacturing Day, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing manufacturing excellence and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. This event underscores our belief in the importance of investing in people, technology, and sustainable practices to drive growth and success in the manufacturing sector." 

U.S. metal casting, which includes foundries and die casters, is a technology-driven industry offering secure, well-paying jobs. It is estimated that 4.6 million U.S. manufacturing jobs will need to be filled in the coming decade. Metal casting will constitute a sizable portion of these jobs, as castings are essential across all industry sectors from aerospace to agriculture to automotive and beyond. Participation in Manufacturing Day allows ME Elecmetal to share with local communities and students the crucial role manufacturing plays in the economy.