“It’s exhilarating to lead a talented research and development team to push the technological boundaries of water heating and treatment offerings. There’s a great sense of pride working for a company that manufactures products that improve people’s lives while staying committed to doing things the right way.”
– Josh Smith, engineering director – electronics and sensors, A.O. Smith
“I love manufacturing because every day has a new challenge, every day is different, and I get to problem solve and learn something new. I love working with other departments to collaborate on the best way to get a sign to look the best. Lastly, I love driving down the road and seeing my creations.”
– Frank Lindsey, lead manufacturing tech, Innovative Signs
“Manufacturing is a world filled with old and new, established and experimental, innovation standing on the shoulders of tradition. I use my laptop as much as my wrenches, my mind as much as my body, and a spirit that relentlessly pursues the future of our industry. That is why I love working in manufacturing.”
– Schaun Lambright, maintenance engineer, Kapco Metal Stamping
“At the end of the day, when everything is all said and done, I can say I built that or I taught someone how to build it. … what I like about manufacturing is that in our trade or at Uzelac, 99.9% of everything we make comes from flat steel and we fabricate it into any shape, size or length that our customers want or need.”
– Shannon Tehan, shop foreman, Uzelac
“One of my fondest memories of my father is when he’d proudly point out the products he manufactured at his job. Working at Plexus has given me that same sense of pride that I saw in my father. I am proud to help create the products that build a better world.”
– Chai Thao, production supervisor, Plexus