FLATHEAD MANUFACTURING MONTH
October
Flathead Manufacturing Day is a celebration of modern manufacturing that is meant to inspire the next generation of manufacturers while recognizing the strong role manufacturing plays in our local economy. Flathead Manufacturing Day falls in line with National Manufacturing Day – the first Friday in October – but the celebration continues with facility tours, seminars, workshops, and other events for nearly the entire month.
2024 MANUFACTURING MONTH TOUR SIGN UP IS OPEN!
Manufacturing plays a vital role in our local economy, comprising 28% of Flathead County’s basic industry earnings according to the University of Montana Bureau of Business and Economic Research. The largest component in the sector is the wood products industry, but it also includes manufacturers of computer equipment, energy, communications, food and beverage, machined products, medical devices, and pharmaceuticals.
Flathead Manufacturing Day is for our local students, parents, educators, media, customers, suppliers and entire community. In an effort to support the workforce needs for local manufacturing, high school students are able to learn about real career opportunities when touring facilities.
Flathead Manufacturing Day is also a time to enjoy a local craft beer or a handcrafted spirit. The quality of products made by local craftsmen and craftswomen is truly amazing.
Thank you to 2024’s Manufacturing Month sponsors:
Title Sponsors: Nomad GCS, Weyerhaeuser
Platinum Sponsor: Applied Materials
Gold Sponsor: Daily Inter Lake
Check out this year’s program of tours all throughout the month of October!
