Faces of Manufacturing 2025: Helping Make the World Go Around
Editor's Note: Throughout October in celebration of Manufacturing Day/Month, IndustryWeek's Faces of Manufacturing will share the stories of people with a passion for manufacturing.
Justin Mayville
City/State of Residence: Dexter, Michigan
Job Title: Regional Sales Manager - Automation
Company: Liebherr Gear & Automation Technologies, Inc.
Years with Company: 1
Industry of Your Company: Factory Automation Systems, specifically, Gantry Systems, Pallet Handling Systems & Robotics
Training/Education: Many years of military and industry education
What made you decide to pursue a career in manufacturing? I love being a part of processes that make the equipment that makes the world go around
What does your job entail? I identify opportunities for factory automation and provide solutions for North American manufacturers.
What is the most interesting part of your job? Your proudest moment? Traveling to see the different operations at various manufacturers and creating processes to help our customers achieve better profitability and productivity. My proudest moment is when Liebherr decided that my skills aligned to their view of product representation and provided me with an opportunity to excel and succeed.
What do you love about manufacturing? That all involved in producing parts or materials are contributing to the advancement and evolution of society; that we’re all making it better for everyone else
What advice would you give to kids considering a job in manufacturing? Start early. Always learn and be a master at your craft. The industry changes rapidly; always evolve and make great efforts to better yourself through experience and education.
What advice would you give to manufacturers to help increase kids' interest in manufacturing as a career choice? Make working in a factory appealing through new tech, upgrades, inclusion, etc. Invest in your future.