Cool Jobs Tour
Today's manufacturing is about advanced technologies, state of the art facilities, and fast-paced, interesting work environments. But most of all, manufacturing is about seeing the end product and knowing you contributed.
Join us on October 7th, for an engaging tour where you can explore the world of career opportunities in manufacturing right here in Rogers, MN!
This evening of career exploration is set up for community members, middle and high school students and their parents. Tour up to three state of the art manufacturer's and complete your evening with a light meal and information on careers, training, wages and opportunities.
Locations to tour (must provide your own transportation)
Tours from 4:00-4:45 (Graco and GBD Circular)
5:00-5:45 (Graco and GBD Circular)
6:00-7:30 Heliene- Light Dinner, Tour and panel discussion
Safety Requirements: All attendees must
-Be 11 years old
-Wear closed toed shoes
-Wear safety glasses (provided)
You will be responsible for your own transportation.
For accommodations please contact Marci Jasper @ Marci.jasper@state.mn.us
GBD Circular-
GBD Circular operates a network of plastic recycling facilities across the US and now owns the Rogers facility. In addition to plastics recycling, the GDB group includes GDB Paints & Coatings, which is recognized as the largest recycler of used latex-based paints worldwide, and a comprehensive commodity trading division specializing in nonferrous metal scrap, recovered fiber and paper roll-stock.
Graco-
Graco manufactures and markets premium equipment to move, measure, control, dispense and spray a wide variety of fluid and powder materials. What does that mean? Well, we pump peanut butter into your jar, and the oil in your car. We glue the soles of your shoes, the glass in your windows and the screen on your phone. We spray the finish on your vehicle, coatings on your pills, the paint on your house and texture on your walls. Graco is part of your daily life.
Heliene- Heliene is a North American solar manufacturer making high-quality solar panels that power homes, businesses, and communities with clean, renewable energy. At our state-of-the-art facility in Rogers, we combine advanced technology with skilled manufacturing to help build a brighter, more sustainable future.
* This event is not open to competitors.
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Date and Time
Tuesday Oct 7, 2025
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM CDT
Tours:
4:00-4:45 (GBD Circular, Graco)
5:00-5:45 (GBD Circular, Graco)
6:00-7:30 Heliene Tour, Dinner and Panel
RSVP required as a light dinner will be provided courtesy of Heliene!
Location
Tours located at:
Graco
20500 David Koch Ave
Rogers MN 55374
GBD Circular-
19850 South Diamond Lake Road
Rogers MN 55374
Heliene
13225 Brockton LN N
Rogers MN 55374
Fees/Admission
Free and open to the Community!
Registration is required!
Contact Information
Contact the Chamber office with any questions regarding this event.
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