Welcome to US MFG Network
Meet Our Founder
Russell Winter, the founder of US MFG, is a third generation Tool and Die Maker turned Startup Founder/ Acquisition Entrepreneur. He started his career working in his family’s manufacturing business, but he initially did not plan to stick with the company. However, Russell ended up buying the business from his father to keep it in the family and continue his commitment to his team. Since purchasing his family business, Russell’s mission has been to spread the word that there are excellent careers available in manufacturing. Manufacturing is an important industry because it helps build economies and create jobs that offer a good living wage. With US MFG, Russell hopes to make living wage careers and business ownership available to people from all walks of life which can help people, their families, and their communities thrive. US MFG is building a network of manufacturing companies to create wealth and freedom for a new generation of business owners. Russell’s unique background allows him to unite and inspire individuals to achieve their dreams of business ownership and the generational wealth and freedom that come with it, with the power of a network at scale. After founding US MFG Corp, Russell and his team bought four manufacturing businesses from retiring owners between 2019 and 2022. Through this experience, we developed and tested our proprietary software to create a network of manufacturers and help rebuild the U.S. manufacturing industry. The vision is to use technology and software to create a community of 3,000 manufacturing companies that prioritize innovation, personal growth, equity, and technological progress, empowering 25,000 employees to improve their lives, communities, and future generations. 
Reversing America’s Manufacturing Decline and Helping Owners Retire
At US MFG Network, we are transforming American manufacturing and solving the decline through our collaborative network. Our team is building a network of entrepreneurs and operators to allow existing owners to retire, ensure employees keep their jobs, and allow customers to have even more manufacturing resources at their disposal. Through our nationwide network of manufacturers, we bring businesses together as one collaborative organization to leverage the power of scale and drive collective growth.
By connecting manufacturers, buyers, investors, and employees, we’re creating a robust ecosystem that revitalizes American manufacturing, supports local communities, and fosters sustainable economic growth.
Better Business Model – The New American Dream
Our mission is to create a business ownership model that falls between small mom and pop shops and large corporations. This model, which we call the New American Dream, involves a shared ownership structure between a small business owner and an employee-owned network corporation (US MFG Corp).
This type of partnership allows local small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to offer lifestyle pay and benefits, compete in a global economy, and continue to be cornerstones of their communities.
We Care About What Machine Shop Owners Have Built
At US MFG, we value the legacy machine shop owners have built. Recognizing that many small business owners face challenges selling their businesses, often finding it easier to sell off assets instead, we're here to offer a better solution. US MFG is creating a retirement path for these owners by acquiring small manufacturing businesses across the country. By connecting and streamlining these businesses, we enhance efficiency and ensure their continued success, preserving what they’ve worked so hard to build. We provide job security for employees and the opportunity for employee ownership, as well as schedule flexibility, financial mastery education, and trust instead of top-down rules.
Vertical Integration & Unified Operations
Our collaborative network addresses manufacturing decline by creating powerful vertical integration and a unified operating system across companies. By joining forces, manufacturers benefit from streamlined processes, consolidated purchasing power, shared technology platforms, and optimized logistics. This integration allows for greater efficiency, cost savings, and increased market competitiveness, empowering small and mid-sized manufacturers to compete at scale.
Employee-First Mentality
At US MFG Network, we believe that people are the foundation of manufacturing excellence. By cultivating an employee-first culture, we boost morale, strengthen employee engagement, and foster opportunities for professional growth. Our commitment to talent development, leadership training, and employee well-being creates workplace environments where teams feel valued, inspired, and empowered to thrive.
Reversing America’s Manufacturing Decline and Helping Owners Retire
At US MFG Network, we are transforming American manufacturing and solving the decline through our collaborative network. Our team is building a network of entrepreneurs and operators to allow existing owners to retire, ensure employees keep their jobs, and allow customers to have even more manufacturing resources at their disposal. Through our nationwide network of manufacturers, we bring businesses together as one collaborative organization to leverage the power of scale and drive collective growth.
By connecting manufacturers, buyers, investors, and employees, we’re creating a robust ecosystem that revitalizes American manufacturing, supports local communities, and fosters sustainable economic growth.
Join Our Mission
Together, we’re transforming the manufacturing landscape through collaboration, integration, and innovation. Connect with us to be part of a vibrant community dedicated to advancing American manufacturing excellence and creating sustainable, thriving workplaces.
Contact US MFG to learn more about how your manufacturing business could benefit from joining our network.
Reversing America’s manufacturing decline and helping owners retire
We are transforming American manufacturing. Our team is building a network of entrepreneurs/operators to allow existing owners to retire, to ensure employees keep their jobs, and to allow customers to have even more manufacturing resources at their disposal. We are building a nationwide network of manufacturers businesses to take advantage of scale by bringing them together under one collaborative organization.
Our Vision
We are creating the solution to the problems contributing to America’s manufacturing decline by eliminating the shortage of industrial skills through training. Our business model provides equity involvement and fair wages for employees and assures the use of manufacturing processes that minimize environmental impact.
At US MFG, we are committed to helping manufacturers grow and thrive after their former owner retires. Our model of large scale, small size acquisition and standardization lets us capture and build on the value of these machine shops.