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In this Shift Talk episode, we chat with Hannah Bolte, Director of People, Communications, & Marketing at Lozier Corporation and Co-Chair of the Women in Manufacturing Nebraska chapter. Hannah gives us an inside look at how she’s creating better ways to connect everyone in the company, from the plant floor to the CEO’s office. She […]

In this episode of Shift Talk, Stacy Cassio, Founder and CEO of the Pink Mentor Network, shares her inspiring journey from the factory floor to becoming a leading advocate for mentorship in manufacturing. Learn how she’s fostering a culture of mentorship that not only drives innovation and inclusive leadership but also empowers women to thrive […]

Vivian Sanchez, the Training and Development Manager at Lincoln Premium Poultry in Nebraska, joins us to discuss her unexpected journey into the manufacturing industry and her transformative impact on employee engagement and retention. From tackling turnover rates through personalized touchpoints to celebrating employees in meaningful ways, Vivian shares her innovative approaches that have redefined workplace […]

Chris Luecke, the voice behind The Manufacturing Happy Hour, joins us to talk about critical issues in the manufacturing industry. From closing the management gap and empowering employees through personal branding to engaging with local communities, Chris offers actionable insights to help manufacturers thrive. Subscribe  Apple | Spotify | YouTube    3 Quick Takeaways from […]

Joe Suardi, Director of Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning at RK Industries, joins us to discuss workforce challenges and trends in the manufacturing and construction sectors.  Joe shares his early career journey, including his transition to talent acquisition at RK. He highlights the industry’s current issues, such as the retirement of Baby Boomers and the […]

“The reality is, it’s a tight labor market. We’re going to have more job openings than people who are actively looking for work, and that means we have to think differently about the way we hire. We’re not just competing with other manufacturers, but also competing with other sectors in ways that I don’t think […]

As we enter 2024, let’s talk frankly about the manufacturing sector. The traditional approach to workforce management is broken. Production workers are aging out, and younger workers simply aren’t willing to sign up for jobs with rigid schedules and mandatory overtime. So, what’s taking its place? Flexibility. But what does this mean for your business, […]

In the evolving world of manufacturing, having a reliable and efficient workforce is not just a luxury—it’s a necessity. As a business leader, you understand the critical challenge of finding a labor solution that delivers skilled workers, when you need them, without exceeding your budget. Traditional temp agencies simply struggle to keep up with today’s […]

The End of the Traditional Staffing Branch Office Model  The days of having confidence in the fact that your local temp agency has a storefront in the strip mall between the pawn shop and vape store are over. Today’s modern workforce isn’t interested in trekking across town to fill out paperwork during limited office hours […]

“We’re seeing a generational shift in what people want out of work.” We sat down with VP of Supply Chain at GE Appliances, Bill Good, to get his take on navigating today’s challenges in manufacturing and distribution.    Here are the highlights from the Shift Talk episode:   Adapting to a Changing Workforce As more Baby […]