Building workforce capacity is key to unlocking manufacturing growth in Minnesota

Overview:

Minnesota’s manufacturing workforce remains one of the state’s most important competitive advantages. When manufacturers choose to locate or expand in Minnesota, they frequently cite access to a skilled workforce as a key driver of that decision. At the same time, however, workforce availability has emerged as one of the sector’s most significant constraints. Job vacancy data and employer feedback consistently show that difficulty filling open positions are among the most commonly reported barriers to growth across the state.

This dual reality—strong workforce quality paired with limited workforce availability—now sits at the center of Minnesota’s manufacturing competitiveness and will shape the sector’s outlook in the years ahead.

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