Benjamin Logan HS Students Participate in Logan County Manufacturing Day

Today, Benjamin Logan High School juniors and seniors joined peers from area schools for Logan County Manufacturing Day, gaining firsthand experience at local manufacturers DMG Tool & Die, Powerbuilt, and NX Automotive Logistics. This annual event is part of Logan County’s celebration of Manufacturing Month, designed to introduce students to the diverse career opportunities in this dynamic field.

National Manufacturing Day, celebrated annually on the first Friday of October, highlights the critical role manufacturing plays in our economy and local workforce. While nationwide only 8% of the workforce is employed in manufacturing, in Logan County, over 30% of residents work in this industry, creating essential products and driving economic growth.

To make students aware of these exceptional opportunities, local schools, manufacturers, and the Logan County Chamber of Commerce collaborate each year to host Manufacturing Day events. This year, 25-30 students each from Benjamin Logan, Bellefontaine, Indian Lake, Ohio Hi-Point, and Riverside High Schools toured various manufacturing facilities, including EWH Spectrum, Honda PRO Center, and more.

By visiting these facilities, students saw firsthand how manufacturing companies in Logan County are leading the way in technology and production, while also learning about potential career pathways.
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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.