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Manufacturing Stream
Cut through the noise. Solve real problems. Transform your shop floor.
Manufacturing Stream delivers hard-hitting, actionable insights from decades of shop floor experience. In just 15-30 minutes per episode, hosts Eric Whitley and Chris Rost tackle what's actually dragging down your manufacturing performance - with a laser focus on eliminating costly downtime and accelerating digital maturity.
No corporate fluff, no theoretical nonsense. Just proven strategies and real stories from the manufacturing frontline . In each episode, we bring you industry veterans who've been in your shoes and know exactly what it takes to slash downtime, boost productivity, and turn chaos into clockwork...Show more
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Here’s What the Manufacturing Frontline Really Wants | Better Tech + Better Culture = Success
The Manufacturing Stream Podcast, your go-to source for insights into the latest in manufacturing technology and innovation. Hosted by Chris Rost and Eric Whitley, we’re excited to bring you some of the best conversations in manufacturing - from the factory floor to the board room. This episode features experts Jason Anthoine (manufacturing culture expert and founder of Employee Experienced) and our very own Willemijn Schneyder (frontline advocate and L2L CSO). This episode takes a deep dive into how we should shape our approach to delivering manufacturing tech to those who need it the most - the frontline teams who use it every day. 🧠 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: - Why human connection is still top of the list in Industry 5.0 - How modern tech can simplify tasks - or how bad tech can make them more complex - How empowered, confident teams adapt to new tools more easily - Why cultural shifts are necessary to retain skilled workers in manufacturing - Success stories from major companies show effective strategies for boosting retention through engagement - And much, much more 📌 00:00 Introduction 04:42 Understanding Turnover in Manufacturing 09:05 The Human Side of Employee Retention 13:31 Shifting Strategies for Manufacturing Leadership 18:09 Cultural Impact on Manufacturing Careers 22:08 Pride in Craftsmanship 26:41 Intentional Leadership and Employee Retention 28:25 Leveraging Technology for Frontline Workers 31:41 The Role of Confidence in Technology Adoption 36:36 Future Challenges 👉 Check out Employee Experienced https://www.jasonanthoine.com/ to keep learning from culture expert Jason Anthoine. 👉Visit https://hubs.li/Q03bLgr50 to explore how the #1 connected workforce platform can digitize your daily management processes. Sign up for a free demo today! 🎧 Like, subscribe, and share for more deep dives into the future of manufacturing! #ManufacturingPodcast #IndustrialTransformation # #ContinuousImprovement #L2L #ShopFloorInnovation #training #employeeengagement #employeedevelopment.png)
Better Employee Development for the Frontline
Join us on this episode of Manufacturing Stream as we dive into the pressing issue of high turnover in the manufacturing industry. I'm Chris Ross, your co-host alongside Eric Whitley, and we're joined by Jim Mayer, founder of The Connected Manufacturer. We explore the alarming turnover rates impacting production and efficiency, with insights from industry experts. Eric shares personal experiences and highlights the importance of career pathing and culture in retaining talent. Jim discusses the decline in in-house training and the need for performance-based pay. Together, we examine why a shift in strategy is crucial, focusing on creating a workplace where employees feel valued and see a clear future. Tune in to understand how we can address these challenges and foster a thriving manufacturing environment..png)
Here's how AI is disrupting manufacturing
🎙️ The Manufacturing Stream Podcast, your go-to source for insights into the latest in manufacturing technology and innovation! Hosted by Chris Rost, Creative Content Manager at L2L. We're excited to bring you some of the best conversations in manufacturing - from the factory floor to the board room. This episode features David Rogers, AI and ML expert and founder of Exponential Industry, as well as our very own Frontline Advocate and Product Wizard, Willemijn Schneyder. They'll explore how the recent boom in AI technology is poised to shake things up for modern manufacturers. Yes, new tech makes things faster, smarter, and more transparent - but staying connected to the human elements of your frontline workforce is more important than ever before. Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: - How AI can simplify task execution for frontline workers - The ins and outs of AI-enhanced training - Where many manufacturers go wrong when implementing AI solutions - How AI is poised to augment decision-making and troubleshooting - And much more! 📌 00:00 Introduction to Frontline Shorts and Guests 03:30 The Impact of AI on Manufacturing 11:28 AI's Role in Augmenting Frontline Workers 17:19 Common Pitfalls in AI Implementation 23:14 The Importance of Human Interaction in Tech Adoption 29:14 Future Trends in AI and Manufacturing 👉Check out https://www.doclrogers.com/ to subscribe to the Exponential Industry newsletter, and never miss a beat when it comes to manufacturing tech 👉 Visit https://hubs.li/Q03bLgr50 to explore how the #1 connected workforce platform can digitize your daily management processes. Sign up for a free demo today! 🎧 Like, subscribe, and share for more deep dives into the future of manufacturing! #ManufacturingPodcast #IndustrialTransformation # #ContinuousImprovement #L2L #ShopFloorInnovation #AI #machinelearning.png)