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Survey reveals millennials’ misconceptions of the manufacturing industry

Millennials don’t recognize that the industry can offer them fulfilling, stable careers.

According to the Manufacturing Index survey from Leading2Lean, the perception of the manufacturing industry as a whole greatly differs from generation to generation. Infographic courtesy of Leading2Lean.
According to the Manufacturing Index survey from Leading2Lean, the perception of the manufacturing industry as a whole greatly differs from generation to generation. Infographic courtesy of Leading2Lean.

Manufacturing companies need to fill an estimated 3.5 million jobs within the next decade, and manufacturers are frantically searching for people to fill them. But when targeting millennials, it’s crucial companies understand this generation’s perception of the industry in order to fill the coming workforce shortage and skills gap, according to a new manufacturing study.

The Manufacturing Index survey conducted by Leading2Lean, a software supplier, annually measures and reports on the public’s perception of U.S. manufacturing industry. This year’s study revealed millennials are unaware of the manufacturing workforce shortage and the importance of these jobs to the economy when compared to baby boomers and Generation X.

“We are seeing some of the highest demand for skilled manufacturing jobs in recent history, yet it seems the industry has failed to keep younger generations informed about the skills gap or availability of great jobs,” says Keith Barr, CEO and president of Leading2Lean.

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