Northwest Aerospace News October | November Issue No. 5 | Page 14

H ighwood Global is picking up projects internationally and has recently shipped completed projects to Canada, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Jordan, and Australia — in addition to U.S. locations. Like most manufacturing companies, they can have trouble filling open posi- tions due to skills gaps in certain areas. One of the more difficult positions to fill is that of welder/fitters, because five years of experience is required and welders need to know how to read blueprints. Owens said, “We will train people with potential and will take them to certifications.” The company is committed to talent development and even runs classes in-house for welders, adding skills not learned in a standard welding program. Their in-house expertise also includes wet paint and powder coating, but there are some things, like anodizing, for which they partner with another local company. Highwood Global, LP is a modern-day manufacturer working to expand. With their space, despite being previously inhabited by zombie actors, they have capacity and room to continue building a successful manufacturing company in Spokane. USA Headquarters: 2425 E Magnesium Rd Spokane, WA 99217 Tel: [phone] Local: 509-655-7711 [email protected] http://www.highwoodglobal.com 14 NORTHWEST AEROSPACE NEWS