Founded in Cleveland in 1916, the family-owned plumbing manufacturer will spend October recognizing employees, promoting skilled-trades careers, and staging events for students on Manufacturing Day.
Oatey will hold monthlong celebrations beginning on Manufacturing Day, Oct. 2, to spotlight associates across its operations.
The company remains family-owned, operates globally, and emphasizes quality, safety, and continuous improvement in manufacturing and distribution.
Oatey invests in associate development through training, apprenticeships, and partnerships with community colleges and technical schools.
# Oatey Co. Marks 110 Years by Highlighting Associates, Training, and Community Outreach
Oatey Co., the plumbing manufacturer founded in Cleveland in 1916, is celebrating its 110th anniversary by recognizing the employees who helped build the company and by pressing forward on workforce development and community engagement.
The company began with a single product: a roof flashing for venting plumbing pipes. Over 110 years it expanded into a broad portfolio of brands and products for residential and commercial plumbing, while staying family-owned. Headquartered in Cleveland, Oatey now operates in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, China and Europe and serves professional builders, contractors, engineers and do-it-yourself consumers.
CEO Neal Restivo summarized the company stance: "Celebrating 110 years is a tremendous milestone for Oatey and has been made possible by the generations of associates who have built and strengthened our company." He added that Oatey remains focused on customers, committed to people and communities, and guided by longstanding values.
October will feature monthlong recognition activities beginning on Manufacturing Day, October 2. The program will spotlight associates across manufacturing and distribution operations, calling attention to the daily work that supports quality, safety and continuous improvement. The company frames the celebrations as an opportunity to recognize how associates contribute to delivering reliable products and protecting workplace safety.
Scott Voisinet, Oatey's chief operating officer, explained the operational perspective: "Strong manufacturing organizations are built on the strength of their people, disciplined execution and a shared commitment to doing the work well." He called Manufacturing Day an important chance to recognize employee contributions.
Oatey is positioning its anniversary to reinforce investments in people. Associates have access to advanced technical training, certifications, classroom learning and apprenticeship opportunities. The company partners with community colleges and technical schools to provide pathways into manufacturing and skilled trades.
Oatey also supports the future workforce through sponsorships and educational outreach. The company participates in industry and community events that introduce students and educators to careers in manufacturing and STEM fields.
On October 2, Oatey associates will volunteer at the Great Lakes Science Center. The company plans to engage more than 600 Northeast Ohio high school students through a STEM-focused interactive activity station, a Manufacturing Career Expo and mentorship moments. Employees will share their educational and career experiences and outline career paths in areas such as engineering, operations, research and development, maintenance, environmental health and safety, and supply chain.
Oatey emphasizes robust quality management processes and proactive safety practices. The company frames these systems as essential for delivering reliable products and protecting associates. Associates across manufacturing and distribution are credited with applying expertise, care and pride to uphold those standards.
For customers and trade partners, the anniversary signals continuity: Oatey remains family-owned and committed to product reliability and service. For the regional workforce, the company's outreach and training create additional entry points into manufacturing and technical careers. The Manufacturing Day activities aim to create direct connections between students and possible career paths in the trades.
Oatey directs readers to Oatey.com for company information and further details about products, career opportunities and community programs.
The recognition reinforces Oatey’s continued commitment to employee experience, well-being, development and long-term success. Oatey Co., a leading manufacturer in the plumbing industry since 1916, has been named a 2026 NorthCoast 99 award winner by the Employers Resource Council (ERC). This recognition marks the 16th
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