For far too long, the story of American manufacturing has been one of slow decline. Companies chasing lower labor costs overseas, entire industries hollowed out, and the prospect of a lucrative and stable career in a local manufacturing plant all but disappeared from normal American life. But over the last few years, something has shifted. Leaders across government and business are waking up to a reality that we should have seen coming. We simply can’t afford to rely on other countries to supply the essentials that keep our nation running.

It doesn’t matter if we’re talking about something as basic as grain or as advanced as semiconductors, if we can’t produce it here, we’re vulnerable. This includes pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, PPE, fertilizer, industrial machinery, and especially energy. As global tensions rise and supply chains weaken, the lesson has become painfully clear. National security isn’t just about a strong military and defense systems, it’s about food. It’s about energy. It’s about the technology our economy, military, and citizens rely on. It’s about making sure America can stand on its own two feet.

That realization has sparked a genuine rebirth in American manufacturing. Something we haven’t seen in decades. Even as we speak, new plants are breaking ground and older facilities are being modernized. Companies are reshoring key operations at a pace that would’ve seemed impossible ten years ago. And with that comes something incredibly special: opportunity and security for the next generation.

When manufacturing grows, so does America. Production lines need operators and technicians. Automation systems need engineers and maintenance teams. Quality departments need sharp, detail-oriented individuals. Managers are needed to develop talent, lead teams, and keep operations running smoothly & efficiently. As more plants come online, companies are going to need thousands of skilled and motivated Americans to fill these unique roles and keep production growing.

This is a pivotal moment in American history. We’re not just watching the return of an industry, but we’re standing at the edge of what could be one of the biggest career booms of this century. These are high-paying, stable careers that come with real growth potential, and they’re happening in hometowns across America. No more disappearing industries or having to relocate just to find work. Thousands of actual stable careers that afford the chance to build a life and family. A chance at the American dream.

My goal is simple. To open people’s eyes to what’s happening, why it matters, and how they can be a part of it. Whether you see yourself in production, engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain, or leadership, there’s a place for you in this movement. Manufacturing is coming back strong and it’s bringing thousands of great jobs with it. Only this time, America is building it to last.