Spirits are high in the manufacturing world. In fact, 87.9% of small manufacturers reported that they were feeling optimistic! Growth rates and employee wages are expected to increase and businesses are trying to expand. While the labor gap is still projected to be an issue with many positions remaining unfilled, there is incredible potential in the industry right now. Industry Week said, “On average this year, 92.4% of manufacturers surveyed reported a positive outlook for their companies, according to the group’s. Manufacturers' Outlook Survey for the fourth quarter of 2018, released on Dec. 20.”
