Manufacturing Unscripted

In this episode, we have a special guest, Jacob Sanchez, an Industry Analyst and Content Creator for Industrial Strength Marketing. Jacob shares his unique journey into the manufacturing space through the creation of educational videos. We delve into his passion for content creation and how it has become a powerful tool in educating and engaging the manufacturing community. 

Join us as we explore Jacob's process of analyzing content, understanding the needs of the audience, and creating valuable resources in the digital realm. We'll discuss the challenges and opportunities of digital marketing in the manufacturing industry, and why it is crucial for companies to embrace these strategies to stay competitive in today's digital landscape. 

Whether you're a marketing professional seeking inspiration or a manufacturing enthusiast looking to understand the power of digital marketing, this episode of Manufacturing Unscripted is packed with valuable insights. So tune in and join the conversation with Matthew, Lauren, and Jacob as we uncover the untold stories of the manufacturing industry. 

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Welcome to Manufacturing Unscripted, the podcast that explores the fascinating world of manufacturing through the eyes of industry experts. In this episode, we sit down with Laura Saline, a career and technical education coordinator at Livingston Educational Service Agency. 

Laura's job is all about helping high school students and young adults find career paths in manufacturing. Through internships, apprenticeship programs, and partnerships with local companies, Laura works tirelessly to connect students with the right resources and opportunities to help them launch successful careers. 

In this episode, Laura shares with us the challenges and rewards of her work, as well as her insights into the current state of the manufacturing industry. We delve into the importance of collaboration between schools, businesses, and community organizations in creating successful career pathways, and discuss some of the exciting initiatives that are underway in this field. 

Whether you're a student looking to explore a career in manufacturing, an educator seeking to better understand the industry, or a manufacturing professional interested in supporting the next generation of workers, this episode is not to be missed. So tune in to Manufacturing Unscripted and join us for an informative and inspiring conversation with Laura Saline. 

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Welcome to Manufacturing Unscripted, the podcast that brings you insightful conversations with leaders in the manufacturing industry. In this episode, our guest is Ashlyn Knight, a chief of staff at Ford Pro FinSimple. Ashlyn is known for her success in managing high-performance project teams, and in this episode, she shares with us her journey to this point and how she has been able to achieve such success. 

As a chief of staff in the manufacturing industry, Ashlyn has had to navigate the challenges of working in a virtual environment. In this episode, she discusses how she has adapted to this new way of working and how it has impacted her job. 

Additionally, as a woman and a mother in the manufacturing industry, Ashlyn shares with us how her gender and family life have impacted her career. We delve into the challenges she has faced, the support systems that have helped her along the way, and the lessons she has learned. 

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ashlyn Knight, as we explore the world of manufacturing through her unique perspective. This is Manufacturing Unscripted. 

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Welcome to the latest episode of Manufacturing Unscripted, where we're joined by Jacob Hill, founder of the GRC Academy, a leading provider of training and consulting services in governance, risk, and compliance. In this episode, Jacob dives into the new DOD regulations for CMMC, and why it's essential for contractors to get a head start in implementing these regulations.

Jacob shares insights into what the new CMMC regulations entail and the implications for businesses. He discusses how the CMMC framework is designed to ensure that companies comply with cybersecurity best practices and what steps they need to take to become certified.

Additionally, Jacob introduces his new course on the GRC Academy, which focuses on helping companies understand these regulations and navigate the certification process. He explains how the course can benefit companies and help them avoid costly mistakes while preparing for CMMC compliance.

This podcast is a must-listen for anyone involved in government contracting or cybersecurity, looking to understand the implications of CMMC regulations. Jacob's expertise in this area and the insights he provides will prove invaluable to anyone looking to get a head start in implementing these regulations.

Tune in to hear Jacob Hill's take on CMMC regulations and what companies can do to prepare for compliance.

Chris joins Matt on today's podcast to discuss physical and mental health in the work place. Chris joined Vyper Industrial, a top rated manufacturer for their innovative shop chairs, to work with the employees as the Director of Nutrition. With his knowledge of kinesiology he a key member of the Vyper Industrial team for the brand and the employees. To learn more about Vyper or Chris, please follow the links below.

Matthew Cane joins Matt to discuss how BBS Automation acquired Kahle Automation to strengthen their ties with the life science industry and how Matt deals with obstacles as a project manager. Matthew Cane has been with BBS Automation for 4 years and before that he worked his way through different Engineering disciplines to get where he is today.

BBS is one of the leading providers worldwide of automated assembly and testing solutions, serving continental and global industry clients. BBS provides high-quality tailored solutions, with full operations capabilities and service support that covers every need.

On this week's episode Matthew is joined by the Industrial Sorcerer himself, Tim Wilborne! You may have seen Tim on LinkedIn or YouTube spreading his passion for controls with the world, but this week he is on the podcast talking to Matthew about trades and how impactful they can be! Matt and Tim get into the need for trades now more than ever and how your path to getting to where you want to be can take many twists and turns. Check out the full episode where ever you listen to podcasts or on our YouTube channel now!

New episode alert! Megan joins Matt on today's episode to tell the stories that data doesn't. One of Megan's goals is to spark interest in manufacturing and supply chain for the next generation. She created a book series called Supply Jane that simplifies supply chain and manufacturing concepts so that they are easy to absorb by children. Matthew and Megan also discuss how good communication is essential in a good work place and they give you some ways to improve.

Join Andrew at IMTS this week!

On part 2, Matt and Andrew discuss how we reach kids at a young age and get them interested in manufacturing. Andrew is currently on tour sharing this message and discussing how we can grow business here in America. This exciting multi city, two-day tour, will close the national skills gap one community at a time, by promoting manufacturing career opportunities to younger generations,

educating economic development boards on the importance of manufacturing policy, and connecting manufacturers to local skilled workers, and giving them the tools to recruit and retain them.

Matt is joined by The new American Manufacturing Renaissance himself, Andrew Crowe. Andrew has a diverse background and is passionate about expanding the interest in manufacturing. On today's episode Andrew and Matt discuss how to keep your talent by investing in them. Andrew gives some great examples on how you can keep your employees engaged in the business and support individuals and their growth.

Drew’s impressive resume includes addressing the White House and Pentagon on industrial policy, a feature in Forbes Magazine in April 2022, and was voted Aerospace & Aviation Man of the Year twice. Above all, he is well-positioned to lead minds and movers on the front lines in the critical battle to close the workforce and skills gap in manufacturing, making him a highly sought-after speaker and consultant in the field by teaching industry leaders how to reach, hire, and retain the next generation of the manufacturing!

New Episode! Dan and Matt discuss 6 Elements of Transformational Improvement in Manufacturing!

Dan Burgos is the Founder, President & CEO of Alphanova Consulting. Alphanova Consulting is a management consulting firm that helps manufacturers achieve and sustain operational cost reductions of 20%+, improve on-time delivery to 99%+, and reduce defects to improve product quality to 99%+. These changes help their clients grow company profit margins by up to 25%.

Dan and his team have over 15 years of experience helping manufacturers in various industries including aerospace, injection molding, construction products, chemicals, fiberglass, furniture, electronics, consumer goods, oil & gas, and medical devices, among others.

Jason has lead over 2000 employees and runs multiple companies offering clients a wide range of industrial manufacturing services including metalworks, plastics, electronics, and packaging options. Winner of multiple international product awards and no stranger to philanthropy, Jason works closely with chemical companies in developing safer, more environmentally-friendly industrial processes.

With a career spanning four decades, Christopher Nguyen’s tech bona fides are second to none. Since fleeing Vietnam in 1978, this multiple-time tech founder has played key roles in everything from building the first flash memory transistors at Intel to spearheading the development of Google Apps as its first Engineering Director. Today, he’s become an outspoken proponent of the emerging field of “AI Engineering” and a thought leader in the space of ethical, human-centric AI. With his latest company, Aitomatic, he’s hoping to redefine how companies approach AI in the context of life-critical, industrial applications.

Nate joins Matt to discuss the transition in to the Engineering Manager and how it is important connect with your team and focus on their continuous improvement. Nate describes how Lanco is growing globally and the challenges there is with onboarding new teams on the other side of the world. Lanco is growing in every industry and if you'd like yo learn more follow the links below!

We are honored to have Meaghan on the podcast today! Matt and Meaghan get into a discussion about electric vehicles, what are they and what are the different levels of autonomy. Matt and Meaghan also give their pros/and cons of self-driving cars. Join the conversation with us on LinkedIn or Instagram!

Jake joins Matt to discuss all things project management. From helpful resources to get started to developing project management teams to support company growth, Jake is a great resource. Matt asks Jake how he and his team is doing during the Covid challenges and Jake gives some good advice to mitigate these issues. Check out the link's below to learn more!

Ali is a Controls Engineer who started her own business and is very passionate about industrial control systems. Matt and Ali discuss cyber security and how it impacts industrial control systems and some tools you can use to protect your company. Ali is a great resource for knowledge and insights on cyber security, robots, controls engineering and even marketing! Keep up with Ali on LinkedIn for more information for her and what she is passionate about!

In this podcast Matt and Mike discuss strategies to improve you company culture. Mike is an executive business coach who helps business professionals improve their profitability and achieve their personal goals. Some companies may feel stuck in their old ways and fail to move forward but there is a solution. Good company culture is the best strategy to improve your business.

In today's episode Matt and Will discuss how exciting manufacturing can be from making a car to making ice cream. Will emphasizes the importance of change and how to market your product to focus on "how does this make someone's life better". Smart manufacturing is a huge manufacturing focus right now and Will gives his best stab at describing it and how to make it better for everyone. If you have questions or what to give your feedback please email podcast@promessinc.com.

In today podcast Matt is talking with Chris about how to market your company for a younger generation. Chris discusses how he has used his podcast and videos to gain interest in his company and reach people where they are. Chris discusses how a lot of manufacturing companies forget to market their "why" and demonstrate the motivation for developing this product. "Create a story to make them remember who you are and what you do." -Chris Luecke

Matt and Jake get together to discuss industry 4.0 and how it is being used in today's manufacturing. Jake is a pioneer in making manufacturing cool again, he has his finger on the pulse of all the current trends and is very involved in spreading the word as the Manufacturing Millennial. Matt and Jake get into the details of the manufacturing process and how not only the product is made, but also how the process is developed!

Paul joins Matt in the studio to discuss the current industry trend of additive manufacturing. The guys discuss the changes that have made manufacturing smarter over time and how the new generation of Engineers brings new ideas and innovation to the manufacturing floors. Join in the conversation through our social links and don't forget to tell us what topics you'd like to discuss next!

Matt and Gordon give us a deeper look into leak testing and how far it has come over the years. They discuss new technologies and applications in the consumer goods industry that you may not have expected to need leak testing. Take a listen and learn more about how Cincinnati Test Systems has changed the leak test industry!

Glenn returns to finish up his EMAP conversation with Matt. This podcast will describe some applications the EMAP is essential for and applications that have driven the development of bigger and better EMAP systems. Glenn and Matt discuss the growth of robots and how it has impacted new EMAP designs.

Glenn talks with Matt about the conception of the EMAP. This discussion goes into detail about why Promess decided to go electric and what mechanics were considered when designing the EMAP.  Glenn discusses the challenges of developing new product and gaining the trust of customers to test it out. And Finally we find out - What's an EMAP?

Matt and Barnaby dive deep into the history of Keller Technology and how they got their start over 100 years ago! They also discuss challenges and successes Keller Technologies has faced while they developed their elite company with applications in some very exciting industries. Barnaby gives us his take on current manufacturing trends and what is to come in the future. Enjoy the show!