Manufacturing Continues to be Among Top Five Largest Employment Sectors

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Manufacturing Continues to be Among Top Five Largest Employment Sectors

It’s no secret the manufacturing sector has a major impact on the U.S. economy, but every year Manufacturing Week offers an opportunity to recognize this sector’s significant impact on the nation.

Manufacturing Week starts today and ends Friday on Manufacturing Day, a day celebrated every year on the first Friday in October.

This year marks the U.S. Census Bureau’s 10th anniversary celebration of Manufacturing Week.

Beginning today and continuing throughout the week, the Census Bureau will be adding blogs, infographics and other key content to the Manufacturing Day webpage to recognize the observance.

Continue reading to learn more about:

Manufacturing infographics
Manufacturing resources
Manufacturing Day resources
Manufacturing Day and Week

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