The IET wants the new Government to focus on innovation, support for SMEs, public procurement, energy efficiency, data and the Internet of Things, and solving the skills shortage.
The IET's Margaret Wood (pictured) said: "If given the right policy support, UK manufacturing is well-placed to deliver growth in globalised markets that will benefit the UK economy.
"But we need a long-term vision with consistent policies to help manufacturing companies increase their productivity and grow.
"By focusing on these six steps we can ensure that manufacturing continues to create jobs and expand our economy, helping to make the UK globally competitive."
