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MANUFACTURING MONTH EDITION

Week #3

Our Premium Sponsors Take The Stage!

As another option for our premium sponsorship at the Manufacturing Month Career Exploration Event, was a business panel presentation. This option allows businesses to get out in front of the students (over 160 this year) and talk about their businesses, expectations of employment, educational requirements, on-the-job-training opportunities and much more! Our sponsors did a fantastic job answering FAQ regarding internal workforce needs and work environment within their separate organizations. This session was lead by our very own County Board Chair, Marlys Dunne. Chair Dunne is pictured below presenting the Manufacturing Month Proclamation that was approved at the Chisago County Board Meeting on October 2nd.

Gold Sponsors of Chisago County Career Exploration Event:

Plastic Products and Smith Metals

Plastic Products Company started in 1962 in Lindstrom, MN as a custom injection molded plastics manufacturer. Today we serve some of the world’s largest customers having grown to 11 manufacturing facilities in seven states across the U.S. We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company since 2013 with 1000+ employee-owners helping to drive our success.

In Chisago County we have 3 operations within minutes of each other including our corporate headquarters and our first very plastics manufacturing facility, both located in Lindstrom. Our Smith Metal Products business is just down the road in their new state- of-the art facility in located Center City. Smith specializes in metal injection molding (MIM).

We have many career opportunities for all skill levels available in our business operations. If you are interested in learning more about what we do and the careers available, please visit our websites to learn more!

Plastic Products

Smith Metals

Caltronics Design & Assembly

Caltronics Design & Assembly, Inc. is a family-owned company that Cindy and Cal Houdek established in 1995. Now located in Stacy, Minnesota where our company continues to build a reputation for excellence in the design and assembly of electronic assemblies, providing a range of services that ensure the highest quality and efficiency in production. We are a contract manufacturer committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers, spanning many industries, including Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Environmental and Medical.

Our facility has 26,400 square feet and houses top-of-the-line equipment with advanced technology to handle complex manufacturing processes. We specialize in a variety of services, including Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assembly, box build assembly, and custom electronic design, ensuring that every product meets rigorous industry standards and customer specifications.

At the heart of our operations is a dedicated team of professionals who bring expertise and innovation to every project. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the ever-evolving electronics landscape, offering solutions that not only meet but exceed the expectations of our customers.

With a focus on quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction, Caltronics Design & Assembly, Inc. continues to be a trusted partner for businesses looking to bring their electronic products to life. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement drives us to stay at the forefront of the EMS industry, providing unmatched service and support.

Learn more online!

Plastech Corporation

Plastech Corporation is a full-service contract injection molder with plants in Rush City, Minnesota and Frederic, Wisconsin. Their experienced, highly skilled workforce is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and continuing training. Plastech Corporation has become a complete supplier of injection molded, assembled, and packaged products for drop shipment to customers throughout North America by focusing on a single objective—Perfect Parts, On Time, Every Time.

Plastech Corporation is an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturer that has had the benefit of a single owner for over sixty years. Dennis Frandsen remains the CEO and is assisted by a top-notch management team that includes his grandson, Nick Frandsen. Currently Plastech employs over 300 people at the two locations!

Dennis Frandsen has been a resident of Chisago County since 1953. In addition to owning Plastech and Miller Manufacturing, he is the owner of Frandsen Bank & Trust, with thirty-nine locations in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota. Every year the Frandsen Foundation offers full two-year scholarships to local technical colleges for every graduate of ten Minnesota high schools.

Plastech is currently hiring for several positions. For more information, visit www.plastechcorporation.com.

Join us at our next event and continue to celebrate manufacturing month and the manufacturing industry!

Click the photo above to learn more and register for this event.

Issue: October 16, 2024