Hong Jiaguang, a technician with AECC Shenyang Liming Aero-Engine Co. Ltd., was introduced to the media as an outstanding worker along with four other members of his team at a press conference held by the State Council Information Office on October 15.

The five, with expertise in different fields, are just some of the people behind many of China's world-renowned manufacturing projects.

Born in 1979, Hong joined the company in 1998 after graduating from technical school. He went from ordinary worker to senior technician to inventor through hard work and innovation.

After more than five years of research and 1,500 tests, Hong and his team developed a precision grinding technique for aero-engine blades, which played a key role in China's development of aviation engines.

Authorities in China have highlighted the importance of skilled workers and craftsmanship for the country to realize quality development and build a strong manufacturing nation.