Manufacturing Transformed: Real Shops, Real Stories

20. From Repair Shop Roots to Aerospace Excellence: Faircloth Machine Shop’s Remarkable Journey


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In this episode of Manufacturing Transformed, Brannon McKinney, General Manager at Faircloth Machine Shop, shares the incredible evolution of a small repair shop into an AS9100-certified leader in aerospace manufacturing. 

When Brannon joined Faircloth 16 years ago, fresh out of community college, the shop had just eight employees and relied on conventional machines and a homemade ERP system. Today, with the help of ProShop ERP, they’ve streamlined operations, embraced innovation, and achieved certifications that transformed their business. 

Brannon discusses how ProShop became an essential part of their journey—simplifying scheduling, enhancing tool tracking, and making the AS9100 certification process seamless. 

You’ll hear how Faircloth leverages technology, fosters collaboration, and cultivates a team culture that drives success. Whether you're curious about ERP systems, certifications, or scaling a manufacturing business, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

LinkedIn - Brannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brannon-mckinney-a6666b87/

Faircloth Machine: https://fairclothmachine.com/

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