US Steel to resume idled blast furnace at Illinois plant

The decision signals a reversal in the company’s September plans to reduce slab production at Granite City Works, in turn bringing back up to 500 jobs.

By Nathan Owens • Dec. 8, 2025

Boeing completes $8.3B Spirit AeroSystems acquisition

The deal includes five global sites, 15,000 employees and establishment of Spirit Defense to service the defense industry.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 8, 2025

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Upskilling a Modern Manufacturing Workforce

As manufacturing systems change, often becoming more automated and technical, employers are increasingly looking for ways to attract a more skilled workforce.

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Apple expands manufacturing training program with online courses

The iPhone maker’s Apple Manufacturing Program was previously only available in person in Detroit. The initiative is part of the manufacturer’s $600 billion commitment to boost the advanced manufacturing sector in the U.S.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 8, 2025

Sharpie maker Newell Brands among recent holiday layoffs

Meanwhile, Algoma Steel is shutting down its blast furnace and coke-making operations in the coming months and apparel manufacturer Renfro Brands is closing its Fort Payne, Alabama, factory.

By Nathan Owens • Dec. 5, 2025

Second-chance hiring continues to gain traction among major manufacturers

Companies in multiple sectors have seen positive results from hiring and upskilling formerly incarcerated people. Adjusting recruitment and training approaches can open up a significantly larger talent pool.

By Shefali Kapadia • Dec. 4, 2025

How child care opens more opportunities for manufacturers

Companies can see a return on investment, such as fewer absences and increased productivity, when they utilize 45F tax incentives to provide child care and benefits.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 3, 2025

Tariffs remain heart of uncertainty: PMI

The levies are having the opposite effect on manufacturing sectors such as transportation equipment, which chose to offshore operations rather than expand in the U.S., said ISM.

By Sara Samora • Dec. 1, 2025

Foxconn to spend $569M expanding Wisconsin factory

The investment comes days after the Apple product manufacturer announced a collaboration deal with OpenAI.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 26, 2025

US robotics maker urges manufacturing reforms, citing cost concerns

If no action is taken, Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard said at a recent congressional hearing that inexpensive robots from China will flood the US market as automation demand swells.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 25, 2025

Tyson to shutter major beef plant in Nebraska amid US cattle shortage

The meatpacker is set to lay off more than 3,200 workers and cut production at a Texas facility as it positions the business for “long term success.”  

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 25, 2025

Nokia pledges $4B US manufacturing, R&D investment

The commitment adds to the $2.3 billion the Finland-based electronics giant spent to acquire chipmaker Infinera, which was completed in February.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 24, 2025

Vulcan Elements selects North Carolina for $918M magnet facility

The Benson site follows the manufacturer’s $1.4 billion partnership with the U.S. government and rare-earth and critical-minerals refiner ReElement Technologies. 

By Sara Samora • Nov. 21, 2025

Novartis to build manufacturing hub in North Carolina with $771M investment

The medicine maker is adding three new production facilities across Durham and Morrisville, and expanding a fourth facility in the area, as part of a broader $23 billion investment plan.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 21, 2025

What manufacturers should know about protecting independent contractors

Tedd Merrill, chief distribution officer of Accident & Health at Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, outlines potential risks and solutions for navigating compliance with this workforce.

By Tedd Merrill • Nov. 19, 2025

California awards $100M in tax credits to 9 companies

The awardees include Hadrian Automation and Atomic Machines and will bring in more than $370 million in investments to the state. 

By Sara Samora • Nov. 18, 2025

Edgewell to sell feminine care business, consolidate manufacturing

The Stayfree pad manufacturer is divesting its business to hygiene and health company Essity and plans to shutter four factory sites, combining them into one automated plant.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 17, 2025

More than $5B in frozen SBA loans begin to thaw as government reopens

Funds were inaccessible to small businesses seeking capital for investments, payroll and more. The shutdown also paused processing of a new revolving credit program for manufacturers.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 17, 2025

Beyond hiring: Why upskilling and reskilling are the keys to talent retention in manufacturing

A staggering 75% of employers globally are struggling to find the talent they need. A key question for manufacturing leaders: Should you build or buy your talent?

Nov. 17, 2025

IFS, Anthropic partner on AI for industrial frontline workers

The companies launched Resolve, an industrial tool that technicians can use to identify issues before they happen and reduce factory downtime.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 14, 2025

Machinists ratify Boeing’s fifth contract proposal, ending strike at fighter jet plants

Had the IAM District 837-represented workers chosen to reject the offer, the company could not guarantee employees would not be displaced, said Steve Parker, the plane manufacturer’s defense, space and security segment CEO.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 13, 2025

A federal program to assist laid-off workers lost funding. Who’s affected?

A Department of Labor programs provides funding for local organizations to help employees handle mass layoffs, but some experts question whether it’s more of a political effort than a practical one.

By Michelle No • Nov. 12, 2025

3 in 10 firms plan to replace workers with AI next year: survey

Manufacturing is among the industries most likely to see AI-related layoffs, according to a report by AIResumeBuilder.com.

By Alexei Alexis • Nov. 12, 2025

CNH navigated Q3 declines as tariffs and slow demand hurt profits

As the company absorbed the impacts of higher costs, net income plummeted 78% to $676 million compared to last year.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 10, 2025

How a Marine veteran learned to lead on the plant floor

Kelly Harris shares how military experience helped her career as a site manager at an Air Products facility in Arizona and what opportunities she sees for veterans in manufacturing.

By Sara Samora • Nov. 10, 2025

US manufacturing dips despite improved demand: PMI

Production deteriorated after expanding in September as tariffs and policy uncertainty continue to raise concerns and weigh on manufacturers across industries.

By Nathan Owens • Nov. 3, 2025