LWA 26: Stacy

Stacy, in her own words, “I started working at Airtex Products when I was eighteen years old. I think it is safe to say I grew up there. I got married and had my daughter while I worked there. I even divorced and faced a serious health scare all while working there. The people I worked with became more than friends, they were my family. This is one of the reasons why after 29 years I can honestly say I was devastated to learn the factory was closing.”

LWA 23: Patrick Click

Patrick Click is originally from Florissant, Missouri. After graduating from Greenville College, he settled in Fayette County, Illinois. He is the son of entrepreneurs and has always been raised with the idea that our communities succeed when we support one another through our patronage, volunteerism, and service of others.

LWA 6: Recovery & Manufacturing A Path Up (RAMP-Up)

Recovery & Manufacturing A Path Up (RAMP-Up) was designed to provide individuals in recovery from addiction with in-demand manufacturing training that would match up well with the needs of the local employer base. It is well known that the skills desired in new manufacturing job candidates cover everything from basic safety, to shop math and blueprint reading, to electrical theory and basic machine maintenance. The MSSC Certified Production Technician credential checked all the boxes and was selected as the curriculum of choice.

LWA 1: Laser Precision

Based in Libertyville, Illinois, Laser Precision is a world-class innovator in metal cutting and fabrication. Their name isn’t just a title; it’s a mindset. They understand that their hard work directly impacts their customer’s success. This is why they meet delivery and on-time shipping requirements 99.92% of the time for all the products they manufacture.