What started as Kimbrells' Kustom Machine Shop in a garage with one used manual machine has grown, through word of mouth and long-term customer relationships, into Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation — an integrated industrial partner serving North Texas.
Scott Kimbrell trained as a machinist in the U.S. Navy, then spent ten years building his experience as a machinist in DFW. In 2006, Scott and Holly bought a used machine and started the business in their garage.
After six years of hard work, the company moved into its first standalone building. Holly left teaching to join the business full time.
The business moved into its current approximately 13,000 sq ft Garland facility, with dedicated space for machining, fabrication, shipping, office, and customer-service areas.
The business reached its strongest year to that point — powered by word of mouth, repeat customers, craftsmanship, responsiveness, and being easy to work with.
The Barrett family acquired the business, preserving the experienced team and service culture while repositioning Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation for its next stage of growth as an integrated industrial uptime partner.
Our standalone Garland facility spans approximately 13,000 square feet, climate-controlled, with dedicated areas for machining, fabrication, shipping, office, and customer service — and a team that has grown to 15 full-time employees serving 100+ customers a year.
Owner words, not marketing copy: honest, integrity-driven, hard-working, reliable, easy to work with, humble-confident, no ego, team-oriented, joyful, and fun to work with.
We do what we say, and we tell you the truth about timing and feasibility.
The kind of hands-on craftsmanship the business was built on in a garage in 2006.
One accountable partner your team can count on, job after job.
Clear communication and a straightforward path from problem to solution.
We solve hard problems without chest-thumping about it.
Team players who put the customer's problem ahead of anything else.
Whether it is our team or a trusted specialty partner, we work together to get the job done.
A shop culture that is genuinely good to be around, for our team and our customers.
Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation is 15 full-time team members deep — machinists, fabricators, programmers, and the people who keep every job moving. A few of the people you may talk to:
Austin acquired the business that would become Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation in March 2026 and serves as its Owner and Steward. Prior to Kimbrell, Austin built his career in leadership and business development, helping build commercial sales organizations in the software industry with a strong focus on manufacturing customers. A third-generation entrepreneur and fifth-generation Texan, Austin was born and raised in the DFW Metroplex. He views his role not simply as an owner, but as a steward of the business—committed to investing in the employees, customers, and relationships that have made Kimbrell successful.
Joe has been with Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation since 2019 and serves as Shop Manager, overseeing the day-to-day operations of our machine shop. Before joining Kimbrell, Joe spent 30 years as a manual machinist and shop foreman at an industrial machine shop in the Milwaukee area, supporting customers with high-mix, low-volume work, emergency repairs, reverse engineering, and challenging one-off projects. His extensive machining experience and understanding of 24/7 plant environments make him an invaluable resource for both our team and our customers.
Cameron joined Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation in early 2025 and serves as our Fabrication Manager and Engineer, leading our fabrication production team and supporting engineering and design work. Prior to joining Kimbrell, Cameron was responsible for product design and operations for a large equipment manufacturer. A graduate of Oklahoma State University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Cameron brings a strong combination of engineering, design, and manufacturing experience to help customers develop practical solutions for the unique challenges found in industrial environments.
Yessenia has been with Kimbrell Manufacturing Corporation since early 2021 and serves as our Office Manager, overseeing our back-office functions while helping coordinate communication between our customers and production teams. Prior to joining Kimbrell, Yessenia held multiple roles in customer service and office management. Her organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to customer service help keep our team moving efficiently while ensuring customers receive the communication and support they need in a fast-paced industrial environment.
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