Inside the Mind of a Modern Manufacturer: Ray Whitehead on Talk About It – Galesburg Podcast
Join Jupiter Machine Tool CEO Ray Whitehead in this insightful episode of the Talk About It podcast as he shares his personal journey from the U.S. Air Force to the forefront of CNC machining and American manufacturing innovation.
In this candid conversation, Ray dives deep into:
The founding stories behind Jupiter Machine Tool and Pegasus MFG Inc.
Galesburg’s role as a hub for Midwest workforce development
The future of 5-axis hybrid CNC machining and 3D metal printing
How AI and robotics are transforming machining operations
His passion for developing people, building tools, and serving a bigger mission in the manufacturing space
Recorded right here in Galesburg, Illinois, this episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at how Ray is shaping the future of American industry—not with hype, but with hands-on leadership, precision engineering, and a clear focus on sustainable innovation.
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