UTRS Advanced Manufacturing (UTRS AM) is proud to announce that we have received the 2025 ‘MADE in New Jersey’ Manufacturing Day Manufacturer of the Year – MEDIUM award.
A Distinguished Recognition in New Jersey Manufacturing
The ‘MADE in New Jersey‘ Manufacturing Day Awards, presented annually by the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP), represent the pinnacle of recognition for manufacturing excellence in the state. The awards program celebrates innovation, resilience, and excellence across New Jersey’s diverse manufacturing sector. Pictured is the UTRS Advanced Manufacturing LLC leadership team with the 2025 ‘MADE in New Jersey’ Manufacturing Day Manufacturer of the Year – MEDIUM award.
This annual event has grown from recognizing a handful of manufacturers to becoming the state’s premier celebration of manufacturing achievement. It brings together approximately 1,000 industry leaders, policymakers, and manufacturing professionals annually as they participate in panels, exhibits, and celebrations of NJ’s manufacturing excellence. The Manufacturing Day Awards program has been running for several years, with the event consistently growing in scope and prestige.

Rigorous Selection Process
UTRS AM’s selection reflects our demonstrated commitment to the standards that define manufacturing excellence in New Jersey. The NJMEP evaluation process considered multiple factors including innovation, operational excellence, workforce development, community impact, and overall business performance. The Medium category specifically recognizes mid-sized manufacturers that demonstrate exceptional performance while maintaining the agility and innovation that characterizes successful growing companies.
Commitment to Manufacturing Excellence
This recognition aligns with UTRS AM’s ongoing commitment to operational excellence and innovation in advanced manufacturing services. UTRS AM has made recent, specific equipment investments as we strive for continual improvement. We also actively partner with local schools to promote manufacturing as a career. Our selection validates the quality standards and technical expertise that have made UTRS AM a trusted partner in critical industries including aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing.
At UTRS, we understand that our success is measured by the excellence we deliver to our customers and the positive impact we have on our community. This award reflects our continued dedication to the principles of quality, innovation, and manufacturing excellence that define both UTRS and New Jersey’s manufacturing sector.
View a list of awardees in all categories at the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program’s announcement page.