Small Teams, Big Impact: Driving Success in Our Precision Machining Services
What do aerospace manufacturing and Special Operations have in common? According to Liberty Precision’s CEO, Bill Berrien, quite a lot!
When Berrien founded Liberty Precision in 2020, he was eager to champion an industry made up of hard workers capable of taking on challenging work to achieve rewarding outcomes—much like what he witnessed during his eight years serving in the NAVY SEALs. Just as elite Special Operations teams achieve extraordinary results through training, teamwork, and technology, advanced manufacturing teams do the same.
Let’s explore the similarities between the seemingly different worlds of Special Operations and advanced manufacturing.
Highly Cohesive Teams Enabled by Technology
In the Special Operations community, a 16-member team—enabled by insertion capabilities, surveillance equipment, and advanced weaponry—can accomplish outsized missions. The team’s cohesion, specialized training, and use of cutting-edge tools allow them to consistently “punch above their weight.”
The same can be said for aerospace machining services and precision CNC machining services teams. At Liberty Precision, small, cross-functional teams of machinists, engineers, quality control specialists, and professionals from shipping and purchasing collaborate seamlessly. These departments stay connected and effective with advanced technology, including:
State-of-the-art CNC machining services capable of producing complex machining and tight-tolerance parts.
Automation systems that ensure efficiency, precision, and repeatability.
Robust software like Paperless Parts for quoting, ESPRIT CAM software for programming, and ZEISS CALYPSO for inspection.
These cutting-edge solutions act as a force multiplier, enabling individuals and teams to accomplish far more than what would have been possible without these tools. Just as in Special Operations, technology amplifies human potential in aerospace manufacturing and precision machine shop operations.
Talent Development
The success of the U.S. military hinges on a strong non-commissioned officer (NCO) corps. NCOs are the backbone of military leadership, executing missions and mentoring troops through structured professional development. Each level in the NCO structure requires coursework, practical demonstration, and specialized training to ensure expertise.
At Liberty Precision, we approach talent development with a similar philosophy. Advanced manufacturing is a profession, not just a short-term gig; for that reason, we offer professionals ample upskilling opportunities to learn, grow, and advance through our robust professional development programs. By investing in our employees’ skills, Liberty Precision is building a strong talent base and growing our people from within.
Empowering Teams with Effective Leadership
In both Special Operations and manufacturing, success depends on empowered teams—not just on a single leader at the helm. There is an emphasis on shared responsibility, professional autonomy, and a common goal to accomplish the mission as effectively as possible.
At Liberty Precision, we value:
Workplace professionalism: We treat our team members as the talented professionals they are and trust them to deliver high-value results in our precision machine shop.
Mission-driven leadership: Our leaders balance the crucial objective of delivering defect-free precision machining services with the non-negotiable of treating our people with the respect they deserve.
Critical thinking and troubleshooting: We actively encourage our teams to solve challenges creatively and efficiently.
Small Teams, Big Impact
The parallels between Special Operations and advanced manufacturing are evident: small, highly trained teams enabled by technology can accomplish extraordinary results. Under Bill Berrien’s leadership, Liberty Precision strives to emulate the Special Operations mindset, combining cutting-edge technology, a strong focus on talent development, and forward-thinking leadership to deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Whether we’re providing CNC turning services, Swiss machining services, or producing complex machining components, our team punches above its weight every day. By investing in our people and providing them with the tools necessary to succeed, we ensure Liberty Precision remains a leading Wisconsin aerospace machine shop, ready to take on the most challenging projects customers can send our way.
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