The Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Manufacturing Alliance announces its latest videos featuring what is made and careers in Oconto and Shawano counties. The new videos are part of the celebration of Manufacturing Month in the state of Wisconsin.
Ann Franz, executive director for the organization stated, “Last year, we created videos showcasing Fond du Lac and Marinette counties.’ Due to the success of the videos, it was decided to spotlight other counties in northeast Wisconsin. Franz added, “People drive past these buildings and have no idea of the amazing products and people that are working at these manufacturing companies”.
The companies that are featured in the Oconto County video are: Amphenol Unlimited Services, Cruisers Yachts, Diversified Woodcrafts, Nercon and Nicolet Plastics. The products made are numerous from yachts to science lab tables. Dallas with Cruisers Yachts stated, ‘It starts with a small piece of fiberglass to finished products that go around the world not just Wisconsin.’ The “What is Made in Oconto County” video: What’s Made in Oconto County, WI (youtube.com).
There are a variety of occupations featured in the career’s video, along with educational requirements. Shane with Amphenol Unlimited Services shared in the video ‘I went to school for none of this, but they kept on developing me and giving me opportunities to grow. Careers in Oconto County video: Careers in Oconto County, Wisconsin (youtube.com)
Shawano county videos feature: Belmark, Charter Aarrowcast, Cruisers Yachts, KI and Nueske Applewood Smoked Meats. The products that are made by these companies range from Bacon to iron foundry. The What is Made in Shawano County video: What’s Made in Shawano County, Wisconsin? (youtube.com).
The career video spotlights different positions within a manufacturing plant. Josh with Cruisers Yachts shared, ‘Manufacturing is something you need to take a look at because there is something for everyone. He added, “From engineering, marketing, working with wood and metal.’ The Careers in Shawano County video link: Careers in Shawano County, Wisconsin (youtube.com)
To learn more about living and working in Oconto & Shawano counties go to: What’s made in Shawano County – Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance (newmfgalliance.org) or What’s made in Oconto County – Northeast Wisconsin Manufacturing Alliance (newmfgalliance.org). For more information about the NEW Manufacturing Alliance go to www.newmfgalliance.org.