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Manufacturing Insiders by Nate Wheeler

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Dave Campbell and Josh Barrow are manufacturing leaders at Fontana Gruppo, a global OEM serving government contracting, aerospace, and tier-one automotive customers. Josh started as a hand sorter in 2011 and advanced through the ranks to manage 130 employees across multiple facilities, while Dave brings 23 years of operational expertise to the organization.

Their combined leadership experience reveals critical workforce challenges including labor shortages, skills gaps, and the need for innovative retention strategies in modern manufacturing. Discover how they built successful team cultures, implemented effective recruitment programs, and navigate the complexities of managing large-scale manufacturing operations in today's competitive landscape.

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