careers in manufacturing

Reflecting back at the end of any year here at ControlTek, one thing is for certain, we always meet our challenges as one team united and that creates our success. 2021 marks our 50th year in business and we are thrilled to reach this milestone. We asked our leadership team to share their thoughts about 2020, the team and 50 years in business. 

On Oct. 2, 2014, President Obama declared the first official National Manufacturing Day. 

Held the first Friday of every October, National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) features a variety of events designed to help young people explore career opportunities in manufacturing. Each year, thousands of companies around the country open their doors to students, parents, teachers, and community leaders.

What does it mean to be a maker?

Following the global pandemic, the Association of Washington Business recently unveiled its new ‘Washington in the Making’ program.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Manufacturers

Friday, October 6th: The annual National Manufacturing Day is marked by events around the country that are designed to provide an inside look at the manufacturing industry and the opportunities that exist within the industry for the next generation of workers. This year, ControlTek teamed up with some of the Northwest's most inspiring companies to showcase some of the amazing work happening right in our own back yard and to discuss what it means to inspire our younger generations.