couldn't imagine myself doing anything different. >> in the assembly line method you might have a single person who does a single task all day long and that's all they do. it's repetitive. it doesn't tax the mind. it's simple work. and really what you're seeing is that the world is changed. >> reporter: adex received 100 resumes for every job it filled last year. even so, shawn and jason had a hard time finding qualified applicants. >> it's almost like a little mini nba to be able to be the high-tech worker on today's factory floor. >> reporter: and it pays like a white collar job does. from $50,000 to as much as $80,000 a year depending on experience and job training. unlike assembly line factory, the employees say they feel empowered. >> it's hands on, you get to actually make something, but you still have to think about what you're doing. >> reporter: shawn is hoping to change the negative stereotype of manufacturing and hopes of drawing more young people into the industry. and help america's industry get