Sanderson MacLeod

07/04/2026

For 250 years, the American spirit has been defined by the freedom to dream, build, innovate, and compete.

At Sanderson MacLeod, we’re proud to be part of that story. Every day, our hardworking brush makers, engineers, technicians, and support teams come together to manufacture products that support our partners at home and around the globe.

America’s greatest strength has always been its people—the makers, problem-solvers, and innovators whose hard work keeps our country moving forward. That spirit continues to drive manufacturing, fuel creative change, and create opportunity for future generations.

As we celebrate America 250, we’re grateful for the freedoms that allow us to build, compete, and grow…and for the incredible people who make it all possible.

Here’s to 250 years of American ingenuity, and to those who will shape the next 250.

Happy Independence Day from everyone at Sanderson MacLeod!

04/10/2026

One of the things we appreciate most at SanMac is the relationship between Quality Assurance and the Operations team—and how well the two departments truly work together.

Quality isn’t something that just gets “checked in” at the end of a process. It’s built into it. And that only happens when QA and Operations are aligned, communicating, and working toward the same goal.

What makes our QA team especially effective is their background. Every member of the team started on the production floor—running machines, troubleshooting issues, and learning the details of brushmaking firsthand. They understand the process not just in theory, but from experience.

That shows up every day.

It shows up in how they approach problem-solving—practical, informed, and grounded in reality.

It shows up in how they communicate with operators—peer-to-peer, with credibility and mutual respect.

And it shows up in how quickly we can move from identifying an issue to actually fixing it.

There’s no “us vs. them” mentality. No disconnect between what’s expected and what’s possible. Just a shared understanding of the work, and a shared commitment to getting it right.

When QA and Operations operate as one team, quality stops being a checkpoint—and becomes part of the culture.

Proud of the team we’ve built.

A special thank you to Kennedy, Josh, and Jackie for their dependability (and smiles) day after day.

04/03/2026

Proud to see Sanderson MacLeod featured in a recent Business West article highlighting our commitment to growing talent locally through our TWIST program.

Our co-op program, Technical Work Instruction and Skills Training or TWIST, partners with Pathfinder Regional Vocational Technical High School, giving students hands-on experience, mentorship, and real-world exposure to modern manufacturing.

As CEO Mark N. Borsari shared:
“We have a unique opportunity to be producing here in Palmer… if we’re making three to four impacts a year over time, that’s an incredibly meaningful reinvestment back into the community.”

As this year’s program wraps up, we’re already preparing for the next cohort — with big shoes to fill.

Take a minute to read the full article to learn more.



https://businesswest.com/blog/businesses-of-all-kinds-thrive-in-palmer/

03/11/2026

Today was a very special day at Sanderson MacLeod.

We had the opportunity to bring back our Lean 101 Awareness training, led by David Lyman, a longtime friend and mentor to many of us at SanMac. The session brought together team members from across the organization for a hands-on introduction to Lean Manufacturing, complete with success stories, Lego simulations, and a broad look at how Lean thinking shapes the way we improve. Each participant was presented with a Certificate of Completion, and a newfound appreciation of Lean Practices.

Dave’s connection with SanMac goes back more than 17 years. Over that time, he helped lead many successful kaizen teams and played an important role in building the continuous improvement culture that remains a cornerstone of our company today.

It's an exciting moment as we reignite our Lean Journey for 2026, with a deeper focus on organization-wide engagement and problem solving.

02/13/2026

At Sanderson MacLeod, continuous improvement is driven by the people closest to the work. That’s why the GBMP Silver Toaster Award, presented by the GBMP Consulting Group & The Northeast Lean Conference, is such a meaningful recognition. The award honors a frontline employee who not only applies Lean principles in their daily work, but also elevates those around them through problem solving, innovation, and a commitment to operational excellence.

We are especially proud to celebrate Francisco Santos-Castro, the 2025 recipient.

Francisco’s achievement reflects the culture we strive to build every day — one where employees take ownership of improvement, challenge the status quo, and help drive measurable value for our customers and our team. His recognition reinforces the importance of empowering frontline experts and highlights the real impact Lean thinking has across our operations.

02/13/2026

At Sanderson MacLeod, continuous improvement is driven by the people closest to the work. That’s why the GBMP Silver Toaster Award, presented by the GBMP Consulting Group & The Northeast Lean Conference, is such a meaningful recognition. The award honors a frontline employee who not only applies Lean principles in their daily work, but also elevates those around them through problem solving, innovation, and a commitment to operational excellence.

We are especially proud to celebrate Francisco Santos-Castro, the 2025 recipient.

Francisco’s achievement reflects the culture we strive to build every day — one where employees take ownership of improvement, challenge the status quo, and help drive measurable value for our customers and our team. His recognition reinforces the importance of empowering frontline experts and highlights the real impact Lean thinking has across our operations.

At Sanderson MacLeod, continuous improvement is driven by the people closest to the work. That’s why recognition from the Greater Boston Manufacturing Partne...

02/09/2026

Last week, Sanderson MacLeod concluded our 2026 ISO 9001 Surveillance Audit.

The results?

ZERO Major Findings.
ZERO Minor Findings.

One outstanding team.

This doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the outcome of consistent daily ex*****on, strong processes, and a team that takes pride in doing things the right way.

While we strive to stay audit-ready all year, it’s always great to have that confirmed during our official audit.

Huge congratulations and thank you to our entire team for making this possible.

12/08/2025

Every so often, a small change creates a big win for the team.

With our recent business growth and the new pick-pack-ship partnerships developed this year, Sanderson MacLeod has decided to unify our Shipping/Receiving and Material Handling groups into the newly formed Logistics Team.

This update includes the addition of a pallet wrapper in the loading area and a fresh new logo to proudly represent the team’s rebrand.