In 2012, manufacturers contributed $1.87 trillion to the economy, up from $1.73 trillion in 2011. This was 11.9 percent of GDP.

Manufacturing is the second largest industry in Nebraska and there are over 1800 manufacturing establishments in the state.

We want to encourage you to get involved with manufacturing in Nebraska. Please email ded.manufacturing@nebraska.gov or call 54 12 5828

The Nebraska Manufacturing Advisory Council (NeMAC) acts as an industry-driven advocate and advisor to Nebraska state agencies and leaderships in maximizing our global competitiveness in manufacturing.

The average annual salary in manufacturing is $52,395! It’s time to change your thinking about careers in manufacturing.

In 2011, the average manufacturing worker in the United States earned $77,060 annually, including pay and benefits. The average worker in all industries earned $60,168.

For every $1.00 spent in manufacturing, another $1.48 is added to the economy, the highest multiplier effect of any economic sector!