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Survey: Manufacturing Workers Report High Career Satisfaction and Industry Optimism
A survey of over 1,000 North American manufacturing employees found that 90% express optimism about the industry's future and 82% would recommend a career in manufacturing. Notably, 82% of management and 48% of shop floor workers say they did not initially seek a manufacturing career. Labor shortages dropped to 74%, down from 83% in 2024.