Matt Wardle, JD Machine
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JD Machine\\u2019s Pleasant View office looks like an upscale engineering or architectural firm. It also looks and feels like a one of the most progressive and automated machine shops in the United States. It\\u2019s very clean, very cutting edge and enjoys rave reviews from employees on Glassdoor (4.7 out of 5).
In 1979 a master machinist named Don Wardle moved to back to Utah from California and settled in Ogden with his growing family. He was 50 years old and couldn\\u2019t find a job, so he started his own company, JD Machine. In 1992 the company employed a dozen employees when Don\\u2019s son, Matt Wardle, became the President and CEO.
This Influence podcast with Matt Wardle is both subtle and powerful. It\\u2019s subtle because Matt Wardle is an understated man who is quick to recognize his employees for the successes enjoyed at JD Machine. It\\u2019s powerful because Matt is responsible for JD Machine\\u2019s explosive growth, now 200 employees, and exceptional clients that are household names: Boeing, Parker Hannifin Corporation, and Northrop Grumman.
For nearly 25 years, Matt has transformed a very traditional company into a nationally recognized market leader. He finds real meaning from providing hundreds of paid internships, \\u201cremoving gender barriers\\u201d, and providing six-figure incomes without sacrificing JD Machine\\u2019s unique \\u201cfamily vibe.\\u201d We hope you enjoy our podcast with Matt Wardle, a truly exceptional leader!
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