Manufacturing Day is the first Friday in October, October 1 in 2027. Manufacturers open their doors to students, families and job seekers, so the merchandise has two jobs: thank employees and leave visitors with something that keeps your name in mind when they look for work.
Ideas by budget
| Budget per person | Ideas |
|---|---|
| Under $10 | T-shirt for students, stickers, lanyard |
| $10 to $30 | Drawstring bag, insulated tumbler, beanie |
| $30 and up for employees | Quarter zip, hoodie, insulated cooler |
Visitors and students
Order a simple, lower cost item in quantity for tour groups, with a QR code to your careers page on a hang tag or card.
Employees who host
Give hosts a matching shirt or quarter zip so visitors can find them on the floor.
Safety on tours
Visitors on the floor may need safety glasses or hi-vis vests. Branded vests double as a take-home item.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Manufacturing Day 2027?
- Friday, October 1, 2027, the first Friday in October.
- What should we give students on a plant tour?
- A t-shirt or drawstring bag with a QR code to your careers page.
- How many items should we order for an open house?
- Plan on your expected visitors plus a buffer, and a separate count for employee hosts.
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