Josh Parslow is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with bachelor’s degrees in both Mathematics Education and Applied Mathematics. Josh started his career in the powder metallurgy industry as a continuous improvement team leader at GKN Sinter Metals. During that time, he worked to implement lean manufacturing concepts while improving efficiencies and operational controls of the in-house sintering department.

Josh has been with Gasbarre for the last eight years, starting as a sales engineer. At that time, he supported the outside sales team developing furnace equipment specifications, proposals, and developing relationships with local clients. Since then, Josh has grown into the manufacturing manager role for Gasbarre Thermal Processing Systems utilizing his experience in continuous improvement and technical knowledge gained through his technical sales role. Josh now manages a 150,000 square feet manufacturing operation for Gasbarre, as well as a large field service team. He works closely with the sales and engineering groups to successfully complete each project.

Josh has shown great leadership skills managing a team of skilled fabricators, assemblers, electricians, and technical field service personnel. He has improved efficiencies through planning systems, technology advancement in manufacturing, quality systems, and hiring practices. Josh has served on the Western Pennsylvania APMI executive committee supporting efforts to plan monthly social events, networking events, and technical presentations. He is also enrolled in the Vistage Emerging Leaders program to further advance his leadership skills.

Over the last several years, Josh has been extremely active with local trade schools, jobs fairs, high schools, and colleges to help promote the industry and attract new talent. Josh resides in Western Pennsylvania with his wife and three children. When he’s not in the heat treat shop, Josh stays active coaching his sons’ sports teams and staying involved in the community.

Nominated by: Gasbarre Thermal Processing Systems