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DISCOVER
MANUFACTURING

Inspiring and Expanding Manufacturing Talent in West Michigan

MANUFACTURERS

Harness the power of collaboration to tackle your biggest challenge – talent.

FUTURE
MANUFACTURERS

Did you know that manufacturing is one of the fastest growing industries in West Michigan?

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discover manufacturing scholarship

Multiple scholarships from $500 to $2,000 will be awarded:

 

  • For skilled trades technical training, including continuing education for adults and apprentices.​

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  • For graduating high school seniors pursuing a degree in manufacturing-related programs.

We're making an impact in West Michigan!
Check out our 2025 Community Impact Report.

ABOUT DISCOVER MANUFACTURING

We know that qualified talent and a healthy talent pipeline are the keys to success.

Discover Manufacturing is a regional network of hundreds of manufacturers who are committed to addressing the short- and long-term talent needs of West Michigan’s manufacturing industry.

Together with partners in education, workforce development and economic development, we:

  • Promote manufacturing careers  

  • Develop training opportunities  

  • Share best practices across our region 

Career Exploration Events

Organizing a career exploration event for local students? Let us help you recruit employers for the event to build interest and awareness about various industry jobs.

© 2020 West Michigan Works!

West Michigan Works! is a division of ACSET, an equal opportunity employer/program and a proud partner of the American Job Center network. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. West Michigan Works! is supported by state and federal funds; more details at westmiworks.org/about/.

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