Washington Puts People First

"People were astounded," says Swisher. "They don't understand what it is that we do out here."

The employees gladly showed them.

"The most popular stop was the cutter," says Swisher, with a laugh. "I don't know why, but they just loved to watch the cutter."

Showing off the in-plant's capabilities is a great way to bring in new work, Swisher says. "It just opens the doors for a lot more jobs and a lot more opportunities for us," he says.