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How Manufacturers Improve Podcast

Welcome to How Manufacturers Improve, a Manufacturers Alliance podcast, where we help everyone who works in manufacturing become a better leader and problem solver so all manufacturers can remain competitive.

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26:11

Marketing's Role in Manufacturing

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2025/02/04

Learn from Christine Olson, Marketing Manager at Midwest Rubber, as she outlines how manufacturers can integrate marketing to bridge the gap between technical processes and customer relationships. Gain practical strategies to align marketing with operations, utilize customer feedback for continuous improvement, and craft compelling stories that emphasize quality and expertise. This episode delivers actionable takeaways to drive collaboration, enhance processes, and build stronger customer

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36:56

Shaping Culture, Talent, and Strategy

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2025/01/21

Gain insights from manufacturing leaders, Steve Zweber, VP of Global Print Manufacturing, Operations & Distribution at Thomson Reuters, and Russ Soukup, President and CEO of Advanced Volumetric Metrics on economic trends, AI, recruiting, and retention. Together, they share their perspectives on economic trends, the evolving role of AI in manufacturing, strategies for recruiting and retaining top talent, and implementing operational excellence across teams. From navigating labor shortages to

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19:42

Facilitation Skills from One of the Best

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2025/01/07

Struggling with unproductive meetings that waste time and fail to move your team forward? Learn Facilitation Skills from One of the Best with Bob Dummer, an experienced manufacturing leader. In this episode, Bob shares actionable tips to help you facilitate meetings that drive engagement, encourage participation, and lead to clear decisions and action steps. Learn how to overcome common challenges like getting stuck in analysis paralysis, managing off-track discussions, and ensuring everyone has a

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19:03

Top Takeaways of 2024

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2024/12/17

This week, Kirby Sneen, Jeremy Blake, and Monica Smith share their favorite episodes from the year, biggest lessons learned in 2024, and what you can look forward to from the Manufacturers Alliance in 2025!

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27:02

How to Speed Up Lean Using Data You Already Have

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2024/12/10

Vivek Saxena, Founder & CEO of Factory Twin walks you through how his small manufacturing clients are leveraging the data already in their systems to drive process improvement and get better results. Learn why the current way of practicing lean is slow, the barriers to going digital, and how you can speed up the pace of improvement. Visit FactoryTwin Not a Manufacturers Alliance member? Request a Demo

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30:28

How to Reduce Conflict by Improving Collaboration

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2024/11/26

Silos, poor listening skills, and even cultural differences can be some of the bigger challenges any leader in manufacturing faces when trying to get everyone on the same page. In this episode, Jody O'Neil shares how to foster a collaborative environment to counter these challenges and reduce potential conflict in the workplace. Download the Leaders Guide

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24:54

Manufacturing's Outlook

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2024/11/19

Industry expert Laurie Harbour, partner with Wipfli, delves into the outlook of manufacturing. In this episode, Laurie shares key insights on the current instability in the industry, emerging trends to watch, and the barriers manufacturers must overcome to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.

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21:30

Removing Variation From Your Process

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2024/11/12

Matt Evans, Quality Manager at Unimatic Precision Machining, shares practical strategies for removing variation from your processes. Learn about mistake-proofing, leveraging control charts, and creating accurate standards to improve consistency and overall quality. Download the Leaders Guide Not a Manufacturers Alliance member? Request a Demo

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31:37

The Top 5 Problems CI Leaders Face

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2024/10/29

Gain insights on how to overcome continuous improvement challenges so that you can effectively manage improvements. In this episode, Bob Dummer explores the top 5 challenges CI leaders face, including resistance to change, sustainment, and access to data. Download the Leaders Guide

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26:48

Unleashing the Power of Problem Solving

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2024/10/22

In this bonus episode, we're sharing a replay of one of your favorites, featuring Eugene Arrington. Learn how to overcome fire fighting, make time for problem-solving, and overcome the tendency to jump to conclusions. Download the Leaders Guide

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23:14

Sustaining Six Sigma Improvements

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2024/10/15

In this episode, Mathew Yost shares what it takes to sustain Six Sigma improvements for lasting success. He breaks down how metrics, tracking, management support, culture, standard work, and training have helped his team maintain the gains from Six Sigma projects. Gain practical insights and strategies to ensure your process improvements endure. Download the Leaders Guide

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21:47

Translating Lean into Front Office Improvements

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2024/10/08

In this episode, Sarah Hartung joins Kirby Sneen to explore how lean principles can be effectively applied in the office setting. Discover practical strategies for creating a lean enterprise, streamlining your business systems, and avoiding the pitfalls of sub-optimization. Download the Leaders Guide

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34:16

Celebrating Continuous Improvement

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2024/10/01

In this episode, we are celebrating three manufacturers for their commitment to developing a culture of continuous improvement and their willingness to share their experiences with their peers. Learn about the biggest accomplishments, lessons learned, and current initiatives of Pallet Service Corporation, Intek Plastics, and LubeTech, all of which are aimed at creating a better future for everyone at their companies.

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23:19

3 Behaviors that Sabotage Your Leadership Potential

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2024/09/17

In this episode, Kirby delves into three critical behaviors that are sabotaging leadership potential. Listen to learn these barriers to leadership potential and effective strategies to overcome them. Download the Leaders Guide

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26:13

Characteristics of a Professional Problem Solver

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2024/09/03

In this episode, Michael Muilenburg and Kirby Sneen dive into the key characteristics that set professional problem solvers apart. Learn from Michael’s experiences, discover common pitfalls to avoid, and learn the traits you need to succeed. Download the Leaders Guide

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27:36

Improving Process Capability

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2024/08/20

In this episode, learn how to improve your process capability. Nick Cristan shares the importance of producing repeatable results, how to utilize metrics and language to communicate with your team, and how to get people involved in solving a problem. Download the Leaders Guide

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14:02

Trends in Training

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2024/08/06

Join Monica Smith and Abby Vork as they interview Kirby Sneen on Trends in Training. From the rise of AI to the move toward microlearning, learn what's trending and how to improve and benefit from emerging changes.

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28:30

Developing Skills with Delegation

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2024/07/23

In this episode, learn how to delegate well to accomplish more and empower team members to grow their skills. Matt Dillon shares insights on communication, approach, and avoiding micromanagement when delegating. Download the Leaders Guide

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30:08

Improving Shop Floor Flow with Kanban

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2024/07/09

Learn how to implement Kanban in your shop to start seeing better flow. In this episode, Crystal Selchow and Kirby Sneen discuss how to get started with kanban, deal with change management, and understand kanban size.

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20:09

Balancing Leading with Working Together

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2024/06/25

In this episode, learn how you can effectively balance leading with working together. Alec Theros shares his insights on motivation for becoming a leader, navigating conflict successfully, building trust with a team, and more. DOWNLOAD THE LEADERS GUIDE

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