Manufacturing Week in Lafayette Parish

Manufacturing Day in Lafayette, Louisiana


MFG Week helps show the reality and future of modern manufacturing careers and how YOU can fit into that future.


During Manufacturing (MFG) Week, companies and schools across the country are encouraged to open their doors to students, educators, parents, caregivers, and community leaders. During MFG Week, manufacturers to come together to build excitement about modern manufacturing careers and how they can help our community and future workforce (that's you) thrive. 

LEDA and Lafayette Parish School System have worked with local manufacturers to schedule company presentations and tours to inspire students to consider a career in Manufacturing.



Employees

Businesses in the Lafayette MSA employ nearly 15,000 employees in manufacturing with continued growth and expansion.

Job Openings

As of July 2025, there are 437,000 reported manufacturing job openings across the U.S. This shows the demand and need for manufacturing workforce.

Projected Growth

A 5.6% increase in manufacturing jobs is projected in Acadiana by 2032.

Wages

Manufacturing offers an average annual salary of $57,443 in Louisiana, with some positions paying close to $100,000.


Participating Companies

Acadian Kitchens

ASH Industries

Blueline Manufacturing

Coastal Machine and Supply

Flowers Baking Company

International Paper

Leading Edge Manufacturing

Noble Plastics

NPK International

SSI Millworks & Fence

Stuller

Tides Medical


Click here to view a listing of scheduled tours!