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304 Main Street
Winnebago
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304 Main Street
Winnebago
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Medieval Metal Werx
3000 Technology Drive
Mankato
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Medieval Metalwerx
3000 Technology Drive
Mankato
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D & K Powder Coating
2240 Howard Drive W
North Mankato
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D & K Powder Coating
2240 Howard Drive W
North Mankato
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South Central College
1920 Lee Boulevard
North Mankato
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MTU Onsite Energy
100 Power Drive
Mankato
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Dotson Company, Inc
200 W. Rock Street
Mankato
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College of Science, Engineering & Technology
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Parker Hannifin Corporation
2101 N Broadway
New Ulm
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United Commercial Upholstery 2009 N Broadway
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New Ulm Precision Tool
2217 S Broadway
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Cambria
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Winegar, Inc.
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Cinch Connectivity Solutions
299 Johnson Avenue SW Waseca
131 N. Trafton MSU
Mankato
New Ulm
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MICO, Inc.
1911 Lee Boulevard
North Mankato
New Ulm
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Alumacraft
315 St. Julien Street
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31496 Cambria Avenue
LeSueur
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Elkay Wood Products
15 Somsen Street
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1209 S State Street
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Welcome to the Tour of Manufacturing
Have you ever driven by a manufacturing facility and wondered what they do? Are you a high school or college student trying to decide on a career? Are you interested in a career utilizing cutting edge robotics and technology? The South Central Tour of Manufacturing is for you! Why the tour of manufacturing? Manufacturing plays a significant role in the economy of South Central Minnesota, employing almost 1 out of every 5 workers in the region. During Manufacturing Week we want to showcase this exciting industry. Like other industries, manufacturers need some of the best and brightest to choose careers in this industry of rapid innovation and automation. If you are looking to experience cutting edge innovation, potential career opportunities for yourself or your children, or just curious about the products being produced in your community, come on the Tour of Manufacturing. You can stop at one site or visit them all during the two days. You will be amazed by how manufacturing has changed. Today’s manufacturers provide safe, well-lit facilities, cutting edge robotics and technology, and many exciting well-paying career opportunities! Thank you to the fourteen participating manufacturers and two colleges for generously opening your doors and offering this opportunity. Thanks also to Eide Bailly and ISG for sponsoring this event. Enjoy the tours!
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Parker Hannifin Corporation 2101 North Broadway • www.parker.com
United Commercial Upholstery 2009 North Broadway • www.ucuinc.com
New Ulm Precision Tool (10am-7pm) 2217 South Broadway • www.newulmprecisiontool.com
Sat, Oct 7 • 9am-1pm
Elkay Wood Products 15 Somsen Street • www.medallioncabinetry.com
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Manufacturing in South Central Minnesota The manufacturing industry is a significant contributor to the South Central regional economy by providing 23 percent, or $965,716,729 of all payroll in the region, which is almost $34.3 million more than last year. Weekly wages in manufacturing range from an average of $780 for beverage and tobacco product manufacturing to $1,147 in chemical manufacturing. And while, in general, wages rest at $944 per week, which is 23.6 percent ($180) higher than those across all industries, there are some sectors which have even higher average weekly wages, including chemical, non-metallic mineral product, electrical equipment, appliance and component, and computer and electronic product manufacturing. See table 1.
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The $944 average weekly wage for manufacturing jobs is 4.4 percent higher than last year and 25 percent higher than they were in 2008.
There are over 20 manufacturing occupations in the region that are in strong demand, including seven that are within the top 50.
Currently there are over 300 vacancies in manufacturing in the South Central region with a vacancy rate of 2.7 percent.
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304 Main Street Winnebago 507.893.3888 www.everidge.com
DIRECTIONS
From North: Take US Hwy 169 South to Winnebago. CrownTonka is the first business, located on east side (left) of highway.
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm Guided Tours, every half hour or hour
Self guided tours with employees available to answer questions
Refreshments Served
HISTORY
In 1963, Claude Black started a manufacturer of wooden store fixtures and walk-in coolers and freezers out of a small shop in Minnesota. Overtime, Crown shifted its focus to solely manufacturing coolers and freezers. In 1997, Crown Fixtures, Inc. acquired Tonka Coolers in eastern Tennessee. In 2000, they expanded into California, acquiring Thermalrite, which allowed them to better serve the customers and make them one of the only Food Retail walk-in manufacturers with operations coast-to-coast. In 2009, International Cold Storage was acquired by CrownTonka ThermaRite, partnering to offer valued customers an even more diverse selection of products with competitive pricing. Some of their top customers include: Burger
Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Please park in front lot, right side of building.
Employment applications available
King, Walmart, KFC, Startbucks Co., McDonalds, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Applebee’s. The CrownTonka facility located in Winnebago, MN, has been operational since 1988, employing staff from local communities as well as from Iowa. The company employs 48 people, focusing on construction of walk-in coolers and freezers. One of the best competitive factors is that they customdesign units that best fit the customers’ needs. CrownTonka offers employment opportunities in construction and manufacturing positions. This includes the construction of doors and jambs, including the detailed, finite craftsmanship required. They offer outstanding benefits for full time employment, as well as offering part time and
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Register to win/door prizes.
From South: Take US Hwy 169 North to Winnebago, proceeding through town on Main St /Hwy 169. CrownTonka is the last business, located on east side of highway.
seasonal positions. During this past year, the company is renamed as Everidge, still providing top quality cooler and freezer units under the CrownTonka and ThermalRite names.
QUICK FACTS
n Everidge, doing business locally as CrownTonka, is located in Winnebago n Been in existence at current location in Winnebago since 1988 n Provide Walk-In Coolers & Freezers, Blast Chillers, Prep Tables, Vacuum Sealers, and other refrigeration components n Manufacturing centers located in six different locations throughout the United States
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3000 Technology Drive Mankato 507.386.3930 www.medievalmetalwerx.com www.medievalchassis.com
DIRECTIONS
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 10am-3pm Guided Tours, Thurs. 10am • Noon • 2pm Sat. 10am • Noon
Handicap accessible
exception of offices
Refreshments Served
EMPLOYMENT
Why work here? First, we build race cars! How cool is that?! Medieval takes pride in their clean environment. They offer highly skilled positions, with high pay opportunities. They are currently hiring a full-time welding position, and taking applications for future fulltime production workers and skilled labor positions. Medieval Metalwerx was founded in 2004 by Jesse Olson as a company that manufactured circle track race components and chassis. In September of 2017 they expanded into custom manufacturing and relocated to a new 25,000 square foot facility in Mankato. With the addition of top of the line equipment, Medieval will be a leading precision metal fabrication shop in the region. They specialize in tube laser cutting and CNC bending. They are the only facility
Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Register to win/door prizes.
Employment applications available
in the community with this capability. Medieval has a loyal customer base, built on providing quality, performance proven products with exceptional technical support. Capabilities: Tube Laser Cutting & CNC Bending Flat Laser Cutting & CNC Bending Machining & Forming MIG & TIG Welding Inspection Sandblasting Powdercoating Assembly Packaging
Medieval Metalwerx is located at 3000 Technology Drive on the Northeast side of Mankato. From Highway 14, travel North on Hwy 22, Go East on County Rd 3, South on Power Drive, West on Technology Drive. Facility is on the South. Please enter through double glass doors.
WHY WORK HERE • We build Race Cars – how cool is that! • Clean environment • Highly skilled positions • High pay positions • Cutting edge technology and equipment • Fun atmosphere
Careers at Medieval: Welding Machine Operators Finishing Engineering Quality & Estimating Sales & Marketing Accounting
QUICK FACTS
n Mankato facility just opened September 2017 n Manufacture dirt track race cars and suspension components n One stop Job Shop! n Prototype, short, long run tube laser and mandrel tube bending n Full metal fabrication, engineering and valueadded services
Machines: Trumpf TruLaser 5000 Fiber HMT 3.0” Tube Bender Trumpf 4030 Flat Laser Trumpf V130 Press Brake Mori Seiki 3 Axis Vertical Mill Automatic Band Saw October 2017 • Tour of Manufacturing • 7
3 2240 Howard Drive W North Mankato 507.388.4100 dkpowdercoating.com
DIRECTIONS
Northeast corner of Howard Drive West and Rockford Road, North Mankato
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Guided Tours, every half hour
Refreshments Served
Handicap accessible
D&K Powder Coating
Employment applications available
WHY WORK HERE
D & K Powder Coating has a great team of employees that work at this business. The team members enjoy working at D & K Powder Coating for the fast paced, fun, challenge to complete new projects and team orientated atmosphere. The customers, the projects they bring in and the many colors they can choose make it continuously a changing job.
HISTORY
Our 25,000 square foot facility, built with state of the art equipment, designed to let us grow with you. In spring of 2018, we will be breaking ground on an expansion to bring us over 50,000 square foot to better serve our customers. D & K, founded in 2013, is centered on quality finishes and customer service. We specialize in large, heavy parts up to 16 feet wide, 12 feet high and 45 feet long, but also welcome any small jobs such as lawn furniture, automotive, iron railings, farm implements and so much more. We offer media blasting to better serve our customers. An ISO9001:2015 certified and registered facility, D & K has an evolving improvement based quality management system to support the needs of our customers. We are able to design a coating process to
fit your needs. Let us show you the D & K difference we can make for your company. Our customers benefit from a combined coating experience of over 75 years. Our mission at D & K Powder Coating is to deliver a finish of the highest quality possible, at a competitive price, on time.
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QUICK FACTS
n Number of employees: 27
n Powder bakes at 325-450 degrees n One of the largest custom batch ovens in the United States
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1920 Lee Boulevard North Mankato 507.389.7200 southcentral.edu/ manufacturing
DIRECTIONS
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Self guided tours with employees available to answer questions
Guided Tours, every hour
Handicap accessible
From US-169 or MN-22, exit on US-14 West Follow 14 West into North Mankato Exit onto Lookout Drive and go south (left) Turn left onto Lee Boulevard Park in the front Visitor Lot directly off of Lee Boulevard by the Main Entrance (Door 1) Overflow parking is available in the Red Lot by Door 30.
Refreshments served
WHY MANUFACTURING?
Manufacturing pays an average annual wage of $61,048. That’s 18 percent higher than the average wage in other industries. However you fit into the world of advanced manufacturing, you’ll know you have a future. A future that promises income growth, sustainability and satisfaction for a job well done.
WHY SCC?
QUICK FACTS
Today’s manufacturing n South Central College environment calls for has been offering individuals with advanced advanced manufacturing education. South Central education since the College’s (SCC) advanced college’s inception in manufacturing programs 1946. provide students with opportunities to earn portable, n Manufacturing accounts stackable credentials in for about 805,000 the fields of mechatronics, jobs—30 percent of all machining and welding. jobs statewide. SCC In addition, students helps students find can start their career in their path to these advanced manufacturing jobs by connecting while completing their them to careers in college degree. Enter SCC’s welding, machining and new Learn Work Earn Dualmechatronics. Training and Apprenticeship programs and work part-time n Nearly half of for an area manufacturer Minnesota’s Fortune 500 while going to school. Oncompanies operate in the-job training is combined manufacturing, including with traditional classroom 3M, Medtronic, General instruction, allowing students Mills, Land O’Lakes, to master their technical skills, Hormel Foods and gain experience in the field Ecolab. Prepare yourself and graduate with minimal to join these teams with debt while earning wages for a degree from SCC! related on-the-job training. October 2017 • Tour of Manufacturing • 9
5 200 W. Rock Street Mankato 507.345.5018 www.dotson.com
DIRECTIONS
Dotson is located at 200 West Rock Street right next to Riverfront Park. Rock Street is located off of Front Street in Old Town Mankato. Travel West on Rock Street toward the river.
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Handicap accessible No Stairs
Guided Tours, every half hour
Employment applications available
WHY WORK HERE
The reason to work at Dotson is they provide great pay and benefits. Dotson reinvests heavily back into the business to modernize equipment and processes. They are a community leader in supporting non-profits. A long standing and stable company of more than 140 years providing long term opportunity and security for its employees.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION: The Dotson Company was founded, in Mankato, in 1876 as a blacksmith shop and has evolved over the years into a highly automated ductile iron foundry and CNC machine shop. Dotson Foundry employs 140 people. Dotson is known for their application of agility and technology related to the production and machining of ductile iron castings. Finished products are used in a variety of applications across the globe including lawn mowers, fire trucks, concrete mixers, farm equipment and skid steers. Ductile iron castings produced at Dotson range in weight from 2 to 50 pounds. Dotson is employee owned and focused on creating a world class company by staying true to their core values of innovation, focus on results, value people, and integrity.
As an Employer, Dotson focuses on the wellbeing of its employees by elevating the culture for the wellbeing of all through the following: • Advancing in our careers • Giving back in our communities • Investing in our financial future, • Living well in our body and mind, and • Experiencing in our lives together
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QUICK FACTS
n The Dotson family has been involved since 1923 n About 3,000,000 parts are cast each year in the foundry n 90% of the material consumed at Dotson is recycled n Liquid iron comes out of the furnace at 2,800 degrees n Dotson pours over 50 million pounds of ductile iron annually
6 2101 N Broadway New Ulm 507.233.2305 www.parker.com
DIRECTIONS
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Refreshments Served
Guided Tours, 9 am - 2 pm with presentations at 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 1:30 pm
Handicap accessible.
Employment applications available
WHY WORK HERE
The New Ulm Parker facility is currently expanding its team! Please check our employment opportunities at: www.parker.com
HISTORY
With annual sales exceeding 13 billion, Parker Hannifin is the world’s leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision engineered solutions for a wide variety of industrial, mobile, and aerospace markets. We have more than 300 manufacturing plants worldwide and are the only company to offer our customers a choice of hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, and computer motion control solutions. Parker employs approximately 58,000 people in 50 countries. Additionally we have the largest global distribution network in our field, with more than 13,000 distributors serving over 450,000 customers in 1,100 markets.
Innovative Automation Products and System Solutions The Parker Electromechanical Division brings together leading technologies in industrial automation which include linear actuators, electronic drives and controls, and electric servo motors and gearheads For 25 years our New Ulm location has manufactured and delivered high quality servo motors, gearheads and gearmotors. Standard products and core expertise support customer application development through the custom engineered solutions process. With a focus on providing a superior customer experience, the business unit has grown in industries such as automotive. aerospace, semiconductor, robotics and recently vehicle
electrification. With over 100 employees in the New Ulm facility, work responsibilities include design engineering, quality control, supply chain management, marketing and sales as well as a variety of positions in assembly, machining, and repair.
QUICK FACTS
n Parker Hannifin corporation is a global company with more than 300 manufacturing plants around the world. n Parker employes over 50,000 employees. n The New Ulm facility produces power dense/ innovative motors that are used in applications such as industrial automation equipment, space shuttles, and electric motorcycles. n The New Ulm facility manufactures gear reducing gear boxes used in high precision automation applications.
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7 2009 N Broadway New Ulm 507.359.2277 www.ucuinc.com
DIRECTIONS
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Guided Tours, every hour
Age restrictions: No Children under age 15
Employment applications available
HISTORY
While upholstery may be in the name and part of their roots, it really does not describe the services and products that UCU supplies. UCU utilizes CNC routers, CNC blade and laser fabric cutters, industrial sewing and pattern machines, computerized embroidery machines, along with air powered tools to produce not only seating, but coaming pads, bow cushions, canopies, covers, and other sewn and upholstered products. UCU provides a unique combination of design and prototyping capability along with the manufacturing expertise and attention to quality and service that allows UCU products to compete and thrive against both domestic and foreign competition. Since UCU primarily supplies other manufacturers UCU places a high priority on meeting
ship dates and deadlines, and has been rewarded with a high level of loyalty from its customers. UCU is an industry leader in the golf cart seat market with 4 OEM customers and over 700 golf cart dealers across the United States. UCU also supplies over 7 boat manufacturers with seating and interiors, locker room cushions to over 10 major U.S. millworks, along with components to manufacturers in the athletic equipment, children’s furniture, automotive aftermarket part, and other industries. UCU has employment opportunities for machine operators, sewers, assemblers, cnc operators, and general manufacturing positions, and offers full time day shift hours with competitive pay and benefit packages.
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United Commercial Upholstery is located at 2009 North Broadway, New Ulm, MN 56073. The building is the former home to PGI Mailers. From the North: Take Hwy 14 (which turns into Broadway) to 20th St N and take a left to go over the railroad tracks. At the stop sign, turn left. Take the first left into the parking lot. From the South: Take Broadway to 20th St N and take a right to go over the railroad tracks. At the stop sign, turn left. Take the first left into the parking lot.
QUICK FACTS
n United Commercial Upholstery Inc. (UCU) was started in 2000 by Christina Vorwerk as a design and consultation service catering to the marine industry.
n In 2002 UCU moved to the former Palm Beach Marinecraft building in Nicollet, MN and began manufacturing sewn and upholstered parts for the marine industry and other manufacturers. n In 2007 launched “Suite Seats”, their signature line of custom golf cart replacement seats. This coincided with co-owner Phil Vorwerk selling his interest in a printing/promotional products business and joining UCU full time.
n In 2013 UCU purchased a 42,000 sf building and moved to New Ulm with 13 employees. n Today UCU employs 45 people and manufactures sewn and upholstered goods for the marine, recreational, athletic equipment, and other industries along with their own proprietary lines of “Suite Seats” golf cart seats and “ProCushion” locker room cushions.
8 2217 S Broadway New Ulm
507.610.7752 www.newulmprecisiontool.com
DIRECTIONS
NUPTI is located at 2217 South Broadway, New Ulm which is on the south end of town between Best Western Plus (Green Mill) and Maday Motors.
TOUR DETAILS Guided Tours, every half hour or hour 10am-7pm. Handicap accessible
Self guided tours with employees available to answer questions. Register to win/door prizes.
WHY WORK HERE
New Ulm Precision Tool offers well paid positions to its employees with excellent benefits such as health and dental insurance, 401K plans, company paid short and long term disability, life insurance, and profit sharing.
EMPLOYMENT
New Ulm Precision Tool, Inc. is a local tool and die shop that was established in 1974. They have earned their place as a leader in the tool and die industry by completing their work to the highest of standards as well as the customer’s expectations. NUPTI designs and fabricates a broad range of custom tooling for customers locally and nationally, such as: AMPI, 3M, Bobcat, John Deere, Case New Holland and many more. Tooling or projects commonly worked on includes: • Hydraulic and manual workholding fixtures • Dedicated machines (metal removal and assembly) • Stamping dies (blank, progressive, form, etc.) • Tool crib/replacement parts and medium run production parts
• Small/basic molds • Inspection gages and more Their focus is to ensure the end product is user friendly for operators as well as set-up personnel and meets their expectations. The success of ther company is a result of strong relationships with customers by involving them throughout the design and build process. NUPTI’s success can also be contributed to a group of long term, dedicated and highly skilled employees who take pride in their work and the day to day challenges they encounter.
QUICK FACTS n New Ulm Precision Tool was sold to Specialty Manufacturing Company (SMC), a privately family owned company located in White Bear Lake. n The SMC “group” was recently awarded as the top 150 workplaces in Minnesota coming in at number 34. n We were also ranked number 1 for our benefits out of those 150 top workplaces.
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9 31496 Cambria Ave LeSueur 507.665.5003 cambriausa.com
DIRECTIONS
Located right off of Highway 169 (Northbound side of the road). Forest Prairie Road exit onto Cambria Avenue.
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm Handicap accessible
Guided Tours, every half hour
Ages 16+ are allowed on tours Refreshments Served
EMPLOYMENT
Cambria is the first and only family-owned, American-made producer of natural quartz surfaces. Established in 2001, Cambria was built on 70+ years of manufacturing experience in Minnesota. Cambria employs more than 2,000 in the U.S. and Canada, including 700 skilled craftsmen and women at the company’s nearly 1 million square foot manufacturing facility. Their employees take great pride in their work and the company’s reputation for quality, exceptional craftsmanship, and beauty. There’s never any skimping or cutting corners. Every natural stone surface they create is crafted with hands-on attention down to the smallest details to provide years of flawless performance. They strongly believe that the best countertops
Employment applications available
start with the best people. Cambria employees take charge of their career by working for a progressive company where innovation inspires people to grow and reach their full potential. Every job at Cambria is important and great ideas can come from anyone at any time. Cambria offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, profit sharing and 401K with employer match. CambriaUSA.com/Careers. #CambriaQuartz
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QUICK FACTS
n State-of-the-art-facility n Competitive wages + benefits, profit sharing, 401K match n Block shift schedule: Work only 14 days a month! n Entry level premium pay rate: Days = Over $18/ hr. Nights = Over $19/hr. n Opportunities in: Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, Automation, Engineering
10 1209 S State Street Waseca 507.835.3495 www.winegarinc.com
DIRECTIONS
1209 South State Street Southern end of Waseca on MN Highway 13
TOUR DETAILS Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Handicap accessible.
Refreshments Served
HISTORY
n Winegar, Inc was officially incorporated 38 years ago as Winegar Brothers Inc. They are in the business of producing precision machined parts for many major manufacturing companies across the United States. n Winegar, Inc machined parts are used in everything from medical devices, farm machinery, cars, trucks, pickups, recreational vehicles, and industrial equipment throughout the United States. n Winegar, Inc sends parts it manufactures to locations throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, France, Italy and China. n Winegar is the largest private/locally owned employer in Waseca. n 45% of our 80 employees have been with the company for over 15 years.
Children with adult or parent/guardian
Parking Entrance: Parking available in front of the plant. Entry for the tours will be through the office entrance on the west side of the building closest to the highway
Employment applications available
n Major events in the company’s 38 year history have included: n 1979: Winegar,Inc. was incorporated and hired its first employees. n 1983: Added 5,000 square feet to the original 5,000 square foot building. n 1987: Winegar Bros.moved to its present location. n 1997: Ownership transition to current management team began, and was completed in 2005. n 1998: Building addition of 10,000 square feet and an adjacent 20,000 square foot building was purchased. n 2002: Winegar, Inc received ISO 9001:2000 certification. n 2008: The Company occupies 100,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space. n 2012: Annual Sales levels increased to almost $20 Million. n 2013: Another expansion project completed increasing capacity and space for utilization of more automation of production processes. n 2017: Achieved ISO registration to the latest standard: 9001:2015
QUICK FACTS n Locally owned and operated. n Been in Waseca for almost 40 years n Local, friendly and skilled workforce n Company sponsored training available n Full benefit package n We produce parts for products you get see in products every day
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11 299 Johnson Avenue SW Waseca 507.833.8822 www.belfuse.com/cinch
DIRECTIONS
TOUR DETAILS Guided Tours, every half hour Thursday, October 5th 9am-3pm
Must be a U.S. Person and must wear closed toe and closed heel shoes to enter facility
Will be required to provide valid government issued identification and sign a Visitor Export Non-Disclosure Agreement
Handicap accessible
Cinch Connectivity Solutions is located at 299 Johnson Avenue S.W. Suite 100. From Highway 14, travel North on Highway 13 and take left onto Johnson Avenue. Parking is available in visitor’s parking, on the street and in lot across the street.
Register to win/door prizes Refreshments Served Career opportunities
WHY WORK HERE
Cinch Connectivity Solutions offers career opportunities in the Engineering, Finance, IT, HR, Customer Service, Procurement and Production areas such as Machining, Plating, Quality, Warehouse and Assembly. They also offer Job Shadow Programs and a CNC Machinist Apprenticeship Training Program.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Cinch Connectivity Solutions is a vertically integrated supplier of high quality, high performance connectors, fixed length and semi rigid cable assemblies from DC to 50 GHz, and custom solutions. Their product lines deliver custom-engineered solutions to satisfy the most demanding and complex requirements. Cinch Connectivity’s products support aerospace, military, wireless communications, data networking, test and measurement, telecommunications, broadcast, medical, oil and gas and other harsh environment applications. Combined with the strength of our parent company, Bel Fuse Inc., Cinch Connectivity Solutions aims to provide an unparalleled offering to the vast array of industries they serve.
n The Waseca business has been an active employer in the Waseca community for over 75 years. Once part of the original E.F. Johnson business, E.F. Johnson began manufacturing radio components in 1923, becoming wellknown 20 years later for its radios installed inside WWII military vehicles. n In 2014, Bel Fuse Inc. acquired the business and created Cinch Connectivity Solutions. Bel Fuse is a headquartered in Jersey City, NJ with a global footprint which covers the Americas, Europe and Asia. n The Waseca plant in a vertically integrated facility that employs 215 associates.
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QUICK FACTS
n We have the capability of providing design solutions to customers for unique operational challenges in a global environment. n Machine Shop tolerances include 100th thickness of a human hair. Their machining capabilities also include a high precision turning machine capable of machining down to 1 micron. This machine is one of only two that exist in the world. n They are proud to be a member of the Waseca Chamber of Commerce, and annually provide assistance to the Waseca community in the form of charitable giving, scholarships and employee volunteers.
n Cinch celebrated its 100th year anniversary in May 2017.
12 100 Power Drive Mankato
507.625.7973 www.mtuonsiteenergy.com
DIRECTIONS
• Travel east on Highway 14 • Take the Highway 22 exit, turn left on Highway 22 North • Turn right on Victory Drive • Turn right on Power Drive, enter the MTU Onsite Energy facility.
TOUR DETAILS Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Handicap accessible
Guided Tours, every half hour
Refreshments Virtual tour or video presentation
WHY WORK HERE
Students and children encouraged to attend
Employment applications available
As a leader in the power generation industry with deep roots in Mankato, MTU Onsite Energy delivers diesel and gas generator sets all over the world. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, dynamic and innovative environment MTU Onsite Energy offers both hourly and salaried positions in: engineering, sales, service, purchasing, quality, manufacturing, assembly, finance, and IT. Ready to contribute? Apply today and take your career to the next level.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
MTU Onsite Energy, part of Rolls-Royce Power Systems within the Land & Sea division of Rolls-Royce, is a leading producer of diesel-powered generator sets from 30 to 3,250 kW and natural gas-powered generator sets from 30 to 400 kW for standby, prime power and cogeneration applications. The company also provides automatic transfer switches, paralleling switchgear, controls and accessories for complete power system solutions. With 300 employees, MTU Onsite Energy is proud to have been part of the Mankato community for more than 60 years. For more information, please visit www.mtuonsiteenergy.com • Diesel-powered generator sets from 30 – 3,250 kW
• Natural gas-powered generator sets from 30 – 400 kW • Automatic transfer switches, paralleling switchgear, controls and accessories • Employs 300 in Mankato, in diverse fields such as Engineering, Sales, Finance, Production and more
QUICK FACTS
n Global organization employing more than 300 people from the Mankato area.
n Creating hands-on learning opportunities for high school students with the Mankato area Youth Employment Acceleration Program (YEAP), apprentice program
n Industrial power generation manufacturer with roots in Mankato, MN since 1952
n MTU Onsite Energy is trusted by the world’s leading data centers and telecom companies
n Part of the Rolls Royce Power Systems Company
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131 N. Trafton MSU Mankato
507.389.6596 http://cset.mnsu.edu/ http://cset.mnsu.edu/amet/
DIRECTIONS
www.mnsu.edu/maps/directions/ Start in Trafton East 308 right off of Maywood.
TOUR DETAILS Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Handicap accessible
MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
Students in our rigorous Manufacturing Engineering Technology program learn the skills they need to tackle challenging design problems in real world. Our graduates utilize 3D modeling, Additive Manufacturing, Robotics and Automation to experience the hands-on technological experience. They incorporate this engineering technology for design optimization, advanced parametric modeling and project management. Students use the knowledge in the classroom to work on industrial projects involving concepts of lean manufacturing, quality control and six sigma. Many students participate in research and present their work at prestigious international and national conferences.
Guided Tours, every half hour or hour Refreshments Served
QUICK FACTS
n The University’s exam pass rates for Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination exceed national averages. For 2016, the pass rates (with national average in parentheses) were: Mechanical Engineering, l003 (National Average: 783); Civil Engineering, 863 (National Average: 673) ; Electrical and Computer Engineering, 923 (National Average: 723) Among Mechanical Engineering alumni who took the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam, the exam pass rate was 1003 -far above the national average of 733 - 833, depending on emphasis area) .
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n Each year, the MN State University Center of Excellence offers opportunities to students from underrepresented geographical locations to come to campus and experience a day especially planned to expose them to opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) . Latino and African American middle and high school students participate in LEAD and A2LEAD. n Automotive Engineering Technology (AET) Program is only one of the two accredited programs in the country of its kind. n Minnesota Center for Additive Manufacturing (MnCAM) is one of the largest 3D printing labs in the upper
Midwest with its students participating in prestigious national and international conferences. n We have received two grants totaling 1,205,000.00 from Xcel Energy Renewable Development Fund.
14 1911 Lee Boulevard North Mankato 507.386.4058 www.mico.com
DIRECTIONS
MICO is located at 1911 Lee Blvd in Upper North Mankato, across the street from South Central College and next to KEYC.
TOUR DETAILS Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Guided Tours, every half hour
Refreshments served
Employment applications available
WHY WORK HERE
Leading manufacture providing opportunities for career growth and development worldwide. MICO offers 6% employer match 401(k), 3% profit sharing, comprehensive health benefits, competitive wages, various shifts and much more.
EMPLOYMENT
Since 1946, MICO has steadily provided high quality brake systems and components to customers all over the world for offhighway applications. The North Mankato facility is a completely integrated design, manufacturing, and sales operation constantly creating new and innovative technologies for hydraulic vehicle braking, controls, and stabilization. In 2016, MICO was purchased by WABCO, a global developer of pneumatic and electric vehicle control systems, creating the world’s first provider for both hydraulic,
pneumatic, and hybrid brake systems. WABCO and MICO continue to partner and create new designs and technology to provide our customers with the ability to safely operate and monitor both equipment and fleet transport vehicles You can find MICO brake products on a variety of vehicles sold by Caterpillar, Volvo, John Deere, KDS, and dozens of other equipment manufacturers.
QUICK FACTS
n MICO designs and manufactures hydraulic components, controls and brake systems primarily for off-road markets n Our Engineers are skilled in the design and application of brake systems and components. Our engineering department uses state-of-theart design tools and equipment. n Our modern manufacturing operations use the latest computeraided machinery n ISO 9001 & 14001 Certified
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15 315 St. Julien Street St. Peter 507.931.1050 www.alumacraft.com
DIRECTIONS
Continue on HWY 169 and turn on to St Julien Street right next to McDonald’s and Holiday gas station toward the end of town. We are two blocks up from the highway.
TOUR DETAILS Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
Guided Tours, every half hour or hour
Refreshments Served
Handicap accessible
Parking Directions Park in the large parking lot on the corner of Saint Julien St. and Gault Street or on the south side of Saint Julien Street along the road.
Employment applications available
WHY WORK HERE
At Alumacraft we focus on our excellent customers and a great work environment. We stand by our motto: Family.Fishing.Forever.
HISTORY
After serving America during World War II, building aluminum airplane parts, Alumacraft Boat Co. was started in 1946 by hard working, dedicated people that wanted to provide a quality, affordable fishing boats for people to enjoy their freedom and leisure time. They have grown through the years. Moving to St. Peter Minnesota in 1971, they found a great place to grow supported by the great work ethic and pride of the people of southern Minnesota. In 1976, they found that same pride and dedication in the hardworking people of central Arkansas and added the facility and expanded the product line in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The same dedication and hard work that has built nearly a million boats over the past 75+ years; continues today.
To the credit of the great work ethic and pride of those people of southern Minnesota and central Arkansas, they have an outstanding reputation for manufacturing quality aluminum boats. Their customers take great pride in owning an Alumacraft Boat. It is hard to go anywhere in Minnesota without running into someone that has a personal connection to using an Alumacraft. The smile on their face and the pride in their eyes speaks to the enjoyment that Alumacraft has helped them to share and why we work hard. There are over 160 employees that work at Alumacraft. They currently have employment opportunities at general assembly, buyer, fabrication, manufacturing engineer intern, OTR truck
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driver, paint technician, and shipping.
QUICK FACTS
n Alumacraft employees about 250 people, 170 in St. Peter, Minnesota and 80 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. n After serving in World War II making aluminum airplane parts, Alumacraft was founded in 1946. n Alumacraft moved from the Twin Cities to Saint Peter in 1971 and added another plant in Arkansas in 1976.
n Over the past 75+ years, Alumacraft has built nearly a million boats.
16 15 Somsen Street New Ulm 507.359.6602 Website Information
DIRECTIONS
TOUR DETAILS Saturday, October 7th 9am-1pm
WHY WORK HERE
Guided Tours, every half hour or hour Under 18 must be supervised
Handicap accessible
From the South take MN 15 N/ MN 68 S and S Broadway Street. Depart MN 15 N/MN 68 W/S Broadway Street toward 9th Street S. Keep straight onto US 14 W/MN 68 W/68 W/N Broadway Street. Turn right onto N Highland Avenue. Turn left onto Somsen Street
Refreshments Served
As a team member in our well known cabinetry facility, you have the opportunity to work in a creative environment and produce beautiful cabinetry using various woodworking tools and equipment. We also offer the opportunity to learn! Rotations to other departments, as well as on-going training are offered. In addition, we feature: • Competitive base pay – with shift differentials! • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match • Health, Dental, Life & Disability Insurances after 60 days • Paid Vacation after 60 days • 11 paid Holidays • Excellent product discounts
HISTORY
Family-owned since 1920, Elkay has been making innovative products and delivering excellent, domestic customer care. Headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, Elkay expanded its commercial offerings over four decades ago, and today delivers world-class sinks, faucets, foodservice fixtures, water coolers, drinking fountains and award-winning rapid bottle filling stations. Additionally, Elkay Wood Products is one of America’s leading cabinetmakers in the marketplace, with industry leading brands that include Medallion Cabinetry, Mastercraft Cabinetry, Design-Craft Cabinetry, Innermost Cabinetry, Yorktowne Cabinetry, Woodbridge Cabinetry, Schuler Cabinetry and American Cabinetry Collection. Like your family, Elkay has
values and traditions that endure; like a commitment to sustainability and to our country. For almost a century, Elkay has been American-owned and operated, providing thousands of jobs that support our families and communities. Elkay employs over 3900 employees across the US as well as internationally. In the New Ulm area, we employ over 120 individuals in our operations. Our New Ulm plant produces doors, drawer fronts, moldings and other accessories to be distributed daily to our finishing plants throughout the United States . All product produced is built to customer order based on the design of their cabinetry. The types of roles that we have available include hourly entry level production and machine operator’s. We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.
QUICK FACTS
n Affordable Health, Dental and Vision Insurance after 60 days n Excellent 401K plan, with 100% match to the first 4% of contribution n 11 Paid Holidays n Non-rotating shifts
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Keep your employees healthy
From preplacement exams and DOT physical exams to OSHA medical surveillance and treatment of occupational injury, Mayo Clinic Health System Occupational Medicine offers the services you need to help keep your employees healthy and safe. Call 507-594-7370 to learn more.
EARN THE LIFE YOU WANT. Manufacturing Career Opportunities are Endless South Central College’s manufacturing apprenticeship programs follow a Learn Work Earn model. Apprentices work for area manufacturers while going to school, allowing them to earn wages while gaining experience in the field. By combining on-the-job training with traditional classroom instruction, we help you master your technical skills and earn the life you want.
Learn more at southcentral.edu/earn or call 507.389.7200 This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration.
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Industry and Education Partnering for Success
The Minnesota Advanced Manufacturing Partnership (MnAMP) is a statewide consortium of technical and community colleges who are working with manufacturers to close the skills gap in Minnesota through a restructured academic framework designed by and for industry. This new training emphasizes a statewide standardized core curriculum, which leads to career pathways and stackable, portable industry-recognized credentials that will be available to learners while working in industry.
Learn more about our new programs at www.mnamp.net! MnAMP is a proud supporter and participant in the 2017 Minnesota Tour of Manufacturing. For more information on the MnAMP project, please contact: Kelcey Woods-Nord, SCC MnAMP Project Coordinator kelcey.woods-nord@southcentral.edu | 507-389-7466
www.mnamp.net
A member of Minnesota State system and an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. This workforce solution was funded by a grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration. South Central College is the lead institution of the Minnesota Advanced Manufacturing Partnership.
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Optimizing Operations + Custom Solutions
From energy efficient modeling/lighting designs and water/wastewater integration, to optimizing traffic patterns and helping clients identify improvements to operations that proactively address the shift in workforce availability, ISG’s multi-disciplinary team is eager, committed, and ready. With 250+ professionals in 8 offices, ISG partners with clients across the U.S. to provide optimal and sustainable food and industrial design solutions.
Market Solutions
CIRCLE OF
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Agriculture
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Minnesota + Iowa + Wisconsin Clients Nationwide
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FREE PROGRAM
to help you prepare for South Central College classes in:
Manufacturing Machining • Mechatronics • Welding
O Y U CAN
MAKE IT HAPPEN
Not only will we help you get your skills ready for college, but we will help you arrange for financial support for classes, books and materials. Take the FastTRACK course and start at South Central College next semester!
Pathways to Manufacturing Careers Eligibility and Participation Criteria: • Be at least 18 years old with a HS diploma or GED • Be legally eligible to work in the U.S. • Take the Adult Basic Education test and receive results indicating further preparation is advised for college • Be physically able to perform manufacturing work • Be able to commit to attending class and completing homework each week
Next FastTRACK Manufacturing Course: South Central College - North Mankato Campus October 23 – December 11 Mon/Wed/Thurs 8 am - 11 am Information and Registration: (507) 345-5222
Call now to reserve a spot for our next group! (507) 345-5222
www.southcentral.edu/fast South Central College is a member of the Minnesota State system, an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator and has ADA accessible facilities. A proud partner of the American Job Center Network.