Bridge Between Worlds - Machine Shop Champion

In Part 1 of this two-part series, Austin Haslam joins Machine Tool Maniacs to discuss his journey from CNC machinist to Applications Engineer at Hartwig. We dive into what applications engineering actually looks like behind the scenes, how the role differs from life on the shop floor, and why some of the best applications engineers come from a machining background.We also discuss CMMC and what the upcoming requirements could mean for machine shops that want to remain competitive in defense and government supply chains. Whether you're a shop owner, manager, or machinist, now is the time to start paying attention to how these changes may impact your business.Be sure to stay tuned for Part 2, where we continue the CMMC conversation and explore a solution that dovetails perfectly with helping machine shops move toward compliance.