Metals Fabrication
Ohio’s iron and steel manufacturing began in the eastern and southern counties of the state 200-plus years ago utilizing local ore and energy resources and the mighty Ohio River for transport. Today, those counties make up the OhioSE region which boasts more than 300 businesses in the metals sector and relies on a skilled workforce, abundant low-cost energy and the powerful Ohio River.
OhioSE Metals Workforce Facts
- The region had a net commuter outflow of 20,000 goods producing workers as of 2017.
- The average wage in the metals subsectors is lower than the state and national wage averages.
- In 2018, the OhioSE region produced nearly 600 graduates in 23 programs.
- Workforce is committed to family and staying in their multi-generational communities.
OhioSE Metals Industry Facts
- OhioSE metals manufacturing subsectors includes primary metals, fabricated products, and machinery.
- Represents approximately 20% of the region’s manufacturing workforce.
- Over 8,000 employees, a concentration 54% higher than the national average.
- Sophisticated technologies and unique products are well represented in the region
