Metal Fabrication Machinery & Equipment

Centered around creating metal and wholesale products for distribution, the metal fabrication machinery and equipment industry requires a skilled workforce and favorable supply chain positioning. These, and other advantageous conditions, are available in Pottawatomie County, KS.

Pottawatomie County, KS Area Skilled Workforce

The Greater Manhattan region has educational opportunities for high school and technical college students to work in the metal fabrication machinery and equipment industry, including CTE programs in high schools and welding programs at Manhattan Technical College and Highland Community College. Fort Riley also offers a strong talent pipeline of exiting military service members.

Contributing to the quality of the local workforce, Pottawatomie County is the 2nd county in the US to receive triple maintenance status with ACT Work Ready, meaning that high school students in the region are graduating with excellent soft skills that prepare them for jobs. In fact, in 2020, more than 50% of the high school juniors in two of the four county high schools scored at the gold or platinum levels – this means they have the cognitive and foundational skills for 90% of the jobs in the nation.

Metal Fabrication Machinery & Equipment Resources Near Pottawatomie County, KS

Centrally located in the US, the Greater Manhattan region is an ideal location for metal fabrication machinery and equipment firms that need access to good distribution networks. With easy access to I-70, US-24, KS-99, limited traffic congestion, and construction of the Industrial Commerce Route in Pottawatomie County, access to distribution networks across the country is easier than ever. The region also offers an incredible quality of life. With a variety of neighborhoods and real estate options, workers can live within a 15-minute drive of their place of work and still get easy access to shopping and dining amenities.

When it comes to launching an organization in the area, Pottawatomie County provides a business-friendly environment for metal fabrication machinery and equipment companies – firms are supportive of one another and truly invested in their workforce. Additionally, three full-service industrial parks are located in the region. This includes Wamego Industrial Park, Sandy Hook Industrial Park, and Green Valley Industrial Park, with additional sites to come.

Your Resource for Metal Fabrication Machinery & Equipment Growth in Pottawatomie County, KS

Looking to start a business or expand to Pottawatomie County? The PCEDC is your resource for doing business here! Read about our county in our data pages, or contact us to learn more about local resources and business opportunities.