FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO): Allen County manufacturers will host an Allen County Manufacturing Opportunities Fair Saturday, October 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Parkview Field.

The goal of the event is to help highlight local career positions in the manufacturing sector.

“This will be great opportunity for young people and adults to explore exciting careers in the high-tech, growing manufacturing arena,” said Mark Becker, CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc. “In northeast Indiana, manufacturing plays a vital role in producing products for numerous industries, including automotive, defense and health care. We need to ensure that pathways to careers in those areas are promoted and easily accessible. “

If you're looking for a job in the manufacturing field, this is an event you'll want to attend. It's free and will be inside Parkview Field’s Lincoln Event Center.