Episode 72

Speeding Up Production, Slowed Down by Supply Chain

How American-Made Supply Chains, Workforce Training, and Operational Decisions Create Bottlenecks in A High-Demand, Specialized Non-Woven Business.

Travis Robbins·CEO·Wayne Paddock Technologies

About This Episode

Travis Robbins, CEO of WPT in Beaver Dam, KY, runs one of the fastest-growing non-woven manufacturers in the U.S. He shares the operational realities of running multiple facilities, training a skilled workforce, and navigating supply chain volatility in a high-demand market.

In this episode, Travis explains how building a nearly 100% American-made supply chain helped stabilize costs and improve reliability—and why workforce development and operational efficiency are just as critical as product innovation.

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