Manufacturing Hub
156 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsWe bring you manufacturing news, insights, discuss opportunities, and cutting edge technologies. Our goal is to inform, educate, and inspire leaders and workers in manufacturing, automation, and related fields.
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Ep. 59 - [Josh Varghese] IT OT Networks, Machine Network Modernization, Network Traffic, WireShark
May 06, 2022 00:59 - 1 hour - 164 MBGuest Bio Josh Varghese is passionate about technology. Yes, passionate. He compares datasheets like baseball cards, can rattle off networking acronyms like rap lyrics, and listens to ICS security podcasts (yes, there are multiple) in his car. Josh established Traceroute in November 2017 to bring his passion, extensive industrial networking experience, and specialized skillset to the underserved, growing and evolving industrial/OT market. Before starting his own company, Josh wa...
Ep. 58 - [Tim Wilborne] Retrofitting & Modernizing Manufacturing Equipment, Technical Competency
April 28, 2022 17:16 - 1 hour - 131 MBGuest Bio Tim Wilborne is involved in multiple industrial automation projects. He has experience in panel design, panel assembly, control systems development, programming, education, and more. He joins us to discuss the changes in control systems, their impact on the manufacturing operations and the importance of keeping those who maintain these systems in mind. Main Discussion Points - What questions do you learn to dig into after dozens or hundreds of retrofits? - What does a "ty...
Ep. 57 - [Kaleb Travis] Industrial Systems Integration, Career Growth, Equipment Retrofits
April 21, 2022 21:41 - 1 hour - 145 MBGuest Bio Kaleb is the founder and CEO of TNT Automation. The company is built on Honesty, Integrity, and Great pride in our work. Give us a chance at helping you get a game plan to automate your process or help retrofit your existing solutions. We specialize in coming up with quick and effective planned downtime to replace and optimize end of shelf-life products. Give us a chance to show you the quality of character and work that TNT AUTOMATION was founded on. Main Discussion Poin...
Ep. 56 - [Preston Hadley] Equipment Modernization, Obsolescence, Supply Chain Issues, and Retrofits
April 14, 2022 15:57 - 1 hour - 136 MBGuest Bio Preston Hadley is the President and Founder of Envision Automation & Controls. With close to a decade of experience in industrial manufacturing, Preston and his team provide a wide range of automation services including panel design, panel assembly, PLC / HMI / SCADA programming, troubleshooting, equipment retrofitting, and much more. Envision Automation & Controls - https://www.envisions.io/ Main Discussion Points - When should we modernize the equipment we currently o...
Ep. 55 - Dave & Vlad Discuss Q1 Accomplishments Goals and Initiatives - Manufacturing Automation
April 07, 2022 19:30 - 1 hour - 176 MBWhat have Dave and Vlad learned over the first three themes of this year? Main Discussion Points 🤖 Is Vlad going to become a Cybersecurity expert? 🤖 Is Dave going to bring a robot dog with him to every job site? 🤖 Should we all look at migrating to different PLC's? 🤖 How we're doing in Q1 compared to our expectations. 🤖 Q&A Manufacturing Hub Episode 55. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub Let Us Know What You Think If you enjoyed the show, it would mea...
Ep. 54 - [Shane Dittrich] Building a Robotics Integration Company, Productizing, Technical Teams
March 31, 2022 15:25 - 1 hour - 122 MBGuest Bio Over the past seven years, I have helped grow and develop House of Design into a successful automation and integration company. We have had numerous successful projects that have built relationships in various industries. I am very motivated and have extensive automation and robotics experience. I like to search out new opportunities and help develop concepts and plans to improve processes and overall business growth. House of Design Main Discussion Points - Establishin...
Ep. 53 - [David Nichols] Robot Dogs and The Next Generation of Robotics (Boston Dynamics) 🤖
March 25, 2022 04:01 - 1 hour - 151 MBGuest Bio David Nichols is the Co-Founder of Loupe. Loupe is on a mission to revolutionize the automation industry by redefining what’s possible. We unlock machine potential with our transformational approach, building on the advances of the past to pave the way to the future. With breakthrough ideas we empower our people and our clients to be extraordinary. We seek the revolutionary in everything we do. Main Discussion Points - Innovation in Robotics and Controls - Using Boston Dyn...
Ep. 52 - [Ilian Bonev] Teaching Advanced Robotics, Designing a Robotic Arm from Scratch, Innovation
March 17, 2022 13:01 - 1 hour - 131 MBGuest Bio Ilian Bonev is a professor at ETS (École de technologie supérieure) where he teaches advanced robotics and systems integration concepts. Ilian is also the co-founder of the mechatronics company Mecademic. With over two decades of robotics education and practical experience, Ilian has tackled a number of complex challenges in the industry. Main Discussion Points - Robotics Education - Designing a New Robotics Arm - Advancements and Complexities of Industrial Robots Theme:...
Ep. 51 - [Max Kirkpatrick] Robotics, Virtual Commissioning, New Technologies and More
March 10, 2022 16:46 - 1 hour - 126 MBGuest Bio Max Kirkpatrick is currently a Solutions Consultant at Siemens. Max is an experienced robotics engineer involved in the assessment, simulation, and deployment projects in manufacturing robotics. His educational background in robotics includes a Bachelors's in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science. Max is currently pursuing a Masters of Science with an expected graduation date of spring 2022. Main Discussion Points - Industrial Robotics - L...
Ep. 50 - [Clint Bodungen] Cybersecurity & Gamification to Industrial Cybersecurity.
March 03, 2022 18:33 - 1 hour - 126 MBGuest Bio Clint is a world-renowned industrial cybersecurity expert, public speaker, published author, and cybersecurity gamification pioneer. He is the lead author of Hacking Exposed: Industrial Control Systems, and creator of the ThreatGEN® Red vs. Blue cybersecurity gamification platform. He is a United States Air Force veteran, has been a cybersecurity professional for more than 25 years, and is an active part of the cybersecurity community, especially in ICS/OT (BEER-ISAC #046)...
Ep. 49 - [Dr. Heather Buker] Cybersecurity Assessment x Compliance and Beyond!
February 24, 2022 21:08 - 1 hour - 131 MBGuest Bio As a technology professional, I have compliance, product, and business implementation experience with several platforms (including RSA Archer, Allgress, 6clicks, and SailPoint) across heavily regulated industries such as the financial, healthcare, technology, and manufacturing sectors primarily. My specialties encompass Product Management, Pre-Sales Engineering, Customer Implementation and Support, Regulation and Control Compliance/Mappings, Third-Party Risk Management, Po...
Ep. 48 - [Ralph Chammah] Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Threat Detection & More...
February 17, 2022 21:54 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBGuest Bio Ralph has extensive experience in consulting companies on their cybersecurity best practices. He spent a number of years at Delloite and quickly grasped the concepts which allowed him to move into management and transition into a role in Hong Kong. Ralph has leveraged his experience and network to found a company specializing in cybersecurity threat detection using AI. Main Discussion Points - Consulting across different industries in Cybersecurity. - Building expertise in...
Ep. 47 - [Mariam Coladonato] Industrial Cybersecurity, Audits & First Steps, Knowledge and Education
February 10, 2022 18:55 - 1 hour - 141 MBGuest Bio +8 years of experience with a dedicated focus around the networking and security topics at the ICS level since the first day at Phoenix Contact. My day-to-day consists of a variety of tasks, such as creating security awareness at the Critical Infrastructure Sectors who need it most, at the same time collaborating with customers on how to secure industrial communications through unsecured networks. I also provide technical support to field sales and internal engineers to be...
Ep. 46 - [Allen Ray] Secure & Scalable Solutions for Industry 4.0, Open Architectures Edge-Computing
February 03, 2022 20:14 - 1 hour - 120 MBGuest Bio Allen Ray is an accomplished automation professional and leader. Allen began his career in the field as a technician and built his career into a leadership position at Aera Energy where he currently oversees a number of initiatives in the automation, cyber security, and industrial systems spaces. Allen is well versed in technologies that allowed us to make the shift toward industry 4.0 and is working with numerous vendors to augment the current hardware and software soluti...
Ep. 45 - [Aaron Prather] Challenges & Opportunities in Warehouse Operations, Innovation at FedEx,1
January 27, 2022 19:17 - 1 hour - 135 MBGuest Bio I get to work on many of FedEx Express' R&D projects that can run the gamut from Robotics to RFID to Drones to Advance Sensors to Robotics. I mentioned Robotics twice because this is where I love to spend most of my time. From working on a robotic arm for Pick and Place applications to working with a mobile robot for Material Handling applications, I really love working with our new mechanical employees. If not at my desk, I can be found at our R&D facility near the Memphi...
Ep. 44 - [Tim Wilborne] Building tools and control systems for maintainability / Educating the youth
January 20, 2022 18:40 - 1 hour - 135 MBGuest Bio Tim Wilborne is involved in multiple industrial automation projects. He has experience in panel design, panel assembly, control systems development, programming, education, and more. He joins us to discuss the changes in control systems, their impact on the manufacturing operations, and the importance of keeping those who maintain these systems in mind. Main Discussion Points Tim’s Current Projects & Involvements in Manufacturing / Automation - PLC, HMI, VFD & Control sys...
Ep. 43 - [Benson Hougland] What is the future of Control Systems? The Evolution of Control Systems.
January 13, 2022 18:20 - 1 hour - 134 MBIn the forty-third episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we've invited Benson Hougland from Opto 22 to speak with us about the evolution of control systems and what role the company played throughout the years. Benson walked us through the software and hardware changes that led to where we are today. Guest Bio Benson Hougland has three decades of experience in manufacturing automation. In his early career, Benson founded a computer software, hardware, and consulting company which expos...
Ep. 27 - [Alicia Gilpin] | SCADA Systems, IT vs OT, Challenges of Systems Integration, Industry 4.0
January 06, 2022 19:59 - 1 hour - 111 MBAli G recently went full time on her own company Process & Controls Engineering and brings some very unique perspective of the process world to System Integration! We will be talking horror stories. 👉 Windows updates taking down SCADA Systems 👉 IT and OT acting like they are on different teams Plus we'll chat about: 👉 Challenges of Systems Integration work 👉 Chemical Engineers to Controls 👉 Business in Systems Integration 👉 New Technology & Industry 4.0 We might talk about comp...
Ep. 42 Mega Show How did 2021 go? What will we do in 2022?
December 30, 2021 22:46 - 1 hour - 202 MBIntroduction of the show Self into (Vlad) Self into (Dave) Thank you to the listeners Thank you to the sponsors. Giveaway - live drawing next episode January 5th. End of episode questions Books Vlad Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt Dave Hampton Sides The E-Myth revisited Michael Gerber Podcasts Cortex The Adventure Zone The MeatEater Podcast Career Advice Vlad Continue to Learn Dave Do thin...
Ep. 41 - [Bob Meads] | Augmented Reality in Manufacturing & Automation - Impact on Workforce Future
December 23, 2021 22:36 - 1 hour - 71 MBThis week Manufacturing Hub, we are talking to a man who knew the future of Manufacturing in 2011 when the iPad was first launched. The person who developed the first AR system that I ever interacted with, and for some reason let me put on the original Hololens in a bar. We are very pleased to speak with the visionary of AR in Manufacturing Bob Meads. Please join us for this exciting conclusion of the Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing theme this Wednesday! A special than...
Ep. 40 - [Colm Gavin] | Virtual Commissioning, Factory Digital Twin, Simulation Technologies & More
December 16, 2021 19:32 - 1 hour - 130 MBIn the fortieth episode of the Manufacturing Hub Podcast, we welcome Colm Gavin. Colm is involved in a number of initiatives that provide virtualization of plants, processes, machines, etc. Per the theme of the month, we believe that a lot of advancements have been released when it comes to these technologies. We're curious to learn more about how end-users, OEMs, and System Integrators are using these tools in their workflow. Please join us this week for a very exciting conversati...
Ep. 39 - [John DeTellem] | Technical Career in Automation Engineering @ Siemens, Edge Computing
December 09, 2021 18:22 - 1 hour - 119 MBWhat are some technologies that John and Siemens thinks are going to break out? ✅ EDGE application and Edge Everything? ✅ Digital Thread? ✅ Virtual Commissioning. We're going to discuss this and more on this week's episode of Manufacturing Hub. Special thank you to Siemens for Sponsoring this theme! We're celebrating 25 years of Totally Integrated Automation! Twenty five years ago, Siemens established end-to-end communication, integrated engineering, and data management in...
Ep. 24 - [Jack Hall] | Manufacturing Career Paths, Motivating the Next Generation of Engineers, Building a Person Brand, and more
December 02, 2021 16:26 - 57 minutes - 105 MBWhat does Jake Hall know about Manufacturing Career Paths? As The Manufacturing Millennial, he gets exposed to and brings us amazing Manufacturing content every day! Now he's going to share that knowledge as we talk about various career paths! 👉_Paths to manufacturing roles. 👉_Motivating the next generation. 👉_Needs he sees today. 👉_Building a personal brand. Where to find us: Jake Hall https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobrhall/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-manufacturing-...
Ep. 24 - [Jake Hall] | Manufacturing Career Paths, Motivating the Next Generation of Engineers, Building a Person Brand, and more
December 02, 2021 16:26 - 57 minutes - 105 MBWhat does Jake Hall know about Manufacturing Career Paths? As The Manufacturing Millennial, he gets exposed to and brings us amazing Manufacturing content every day! Now he's going to share that knowledge as we talk about various career paths! 👉_Paths to manufacturing roles. 👉_Motivating the next generation. 👉_Needs he sees today. 👉_Building a personal brand. Where to find us: Jake Hall https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobrhall/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-manufacturing-...
Ep. 38 - [Jeff Winter] | Industry 4.0, Digital Transformation, Microsoft Initiatives, Thought Leadership
November 25, 2021 21:03 - 57 minutes - 133 MBYou probably know Jeff as the Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation enthusiast. The guy who is always showing us the latest trends and participating in many industry associations. Jeff recently made a move to Microsoft to work as their Manufacturing Industry Executive. Vlad and Dave cannot think of a better person to kick off the Emerging Trends in Manufacturing theme! Jeff is going to be in the hot seat talking about what technologies we're all going to be using next year, 5 y...
Ep. 37 - [Bobby Cole] | Think-PLC, Systems Integration, Leadership Development, and More
November 18, 2021 17:40 - 1 hour - 111 MBIn the thirty-seventh episode of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, we're talking to Bobby Cole from Think PLC. Bobby is a systems integrator, educator, and passionate leader. With a number of years in manufacturing automation, Bobby has built a business that provides an array of system integration services including panel building, system programming, upgrades, and more. Above all else, Bobby is constantly striving to become a better person for the people that work in the company. He h...
Ep. 36 - [Zachary Stank] | Live show at Phoenix Contact, System Integrator Support, PLCNext & More
November 12, 2021 02:27 - 1 hour - 129 MBIn the thirty-sixth episode of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, we're talking to Zachary Stank from Phoenix Contact. Dave is on-site at the Phoenix Contact headquarters and has had the chance to get a tour of the facility, view some of the equipment, and get the news about what's coming out next. #manufacturing #automation #engineering #PLC - Where to find us: -- Zachary --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacharystank/ --- https://www.phoenixcontact.com/ -- Vlad --- https://solisplc.com...
Ep. 35 - [Justin Dean] | System Integration Landscape, Industry 4.0 Technologies, Careers & More
November 05, 2021 01:26 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBIn the thirty-fifth episode of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, we're talking to Justin Dean. Justin has extensive experience in the world of manufacturing automation and system integration. Justin worked for a variety of employers from the navy to his own start-up company. He's worked with a wide range of technologies including PLC programming software, SCADA tools, protocol converters, and much more. We're excited to find out more about his journey, his thoughts on emerging technolo...
Ep. 34 - [James Dean] | Appalachian Automation Integration, Putting the Customer First & Business
October 29, 2021 03:40 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBIn the thirty-fourth episode of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, we're talking to James Dean from Appalachian Automation. James has been extremely successful at running his own system integration firm and has mentored many others to do the same. He got into automation very early on and had to absorb all the business knowledge on his own. He has built a company that provides various automation services including retrofits, new builds and maintenance. He's sharing his knowledge on how t...
Ep. 33 - [Max Krug] | Theory of Constraints, Operational Excellence & Business Optimization
October 22, 2021 03:11 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn the thirty-third episode of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, we're talking to Max Krug. Max is an Operational Excellence professional and consultant. He works across various business lines and provides them with root cause analysis of their operations which typically leads to bottom-line improvement and cost reduction. From Engineering, to working for the local Manufacturing Extension Partnership, to consulting, back to industry, and now running Future State Engineering! Wonder w...
Ep. 32 - [Dave & Vlad] | Current Project Developments, Insights in Manufacturing, Viewer Q&A
October 15, 2021 03:48 - 1 hour - 146 MBIn the thirty-second episode of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, Dave & Vlad discuss their current projects, talk about the state of manufacturing, hiring developments, and answer viewer questions. 👉 Current Projects & Challenges 👉 Insights in Manufacturing 👉 Viewer Q&A #automation #manufacturing #digitaltransformation - Where to find us: -- Vlad --- https://solisplc.com/ --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladromanov/ -- Dave --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegriffith23/ --- https...
Ep. 31 - [John Piller] | Building Prisons, Academia v. Industry, Machine Learning, DevOps, AI
October 08, 2021 02:52 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBIn the thirty-first episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak to John Piller from Liveline Technologies. John has extensive experience in manufacturing automation across various roles from system integrator to educator and application developer. He currently works for Liveline Technologies, a company working on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning applications for manufacturing lines. Special thanks to our theme sponsor Copia Automation. About Copia: Copia Automation is ...
Ep. 30 - [Francisco Carrión] | ASE, DevOps in Industrial Automation, System Integration, Ignition
October 01, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBIn the thirtieth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak to Francisco Carrión, the CEO of Automation Solutions Ecuador. Francisco is a systems architect that built a company on servicing manufacturing plants all over Ecuador and abroad. His company has capabilities across a spectrum of system integration starting with panel builds, up to SCADA and MES systems. Francisco has been nominated multiple times for the ICC Firebrand award which recognizes some of the top Ignition based pr...
Ep. 29 - [David Nichols] | Loupe, DevOps, Best Software & Hardware Development Practices
September 24, 2021 02:49 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIn the twenty-ninth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak to David Nichols, the CEO of Loupe. David has extensive knowledge and experience in software and hardware development. He founded a company that offers a set of services that rely on key software development principles and is applying them to what they build in the manufacturing setting. We explore what it took to build a company that embraced these principles, the hardware and software solutions they use, and what his o...
Ep. 28 - [Adam Gluck] | DevOps in Industrial Automation and Software Development in Manufacturing
September 17, 2021 05:12 - 57 minutes - 132 MBIn the twenty-eighth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak to Adam Gluck, the CEO of Copia.io. Adam had extensive knowledge of software and DevOps after a number of years at Uber. He also has close ties to the manufacturing industry as he grew up involved in the automotive process. Based on his two passions, he saw a gap in software development best practices in manufacturing; he decided to build a company that would provide DevOps solutions to manufacturing companies across the...
Ep. 22 – [Sam Gupta] | ERP Technology, Business Networking, Technical Content and Podcasting
August 30, 2021 17:29 - 57 minutes - 53 MBIn the twenty-second episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak to Sam Gupta of ElevatIQ. Sam has extensive experience deploying ERP solutions to various companies including manufacturing operations. Sam was able to secure multiple opportunities by building a community through his online content which includes written blog posts, videos and podcast episodes. He's joining the podcast to discuss his strategy, technical experience and what he believes to be an excellent avenue to gettin...
Ep. 21 - [Sandro Quintero & Alejandro Lopez] | Automation @ Festo, Immigration Challenges, Technical Expertise, Networking and Customer Support
August 18, 2021 20:13 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBIn the twenty-first episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak with Sandro Quintero and Alejandro Lopez from Festo USA and Canada respectively. We begin our discussion by understanding their backgrounds and more importantly perseverance in immigrating to a new country and continuing to pursue their career in automation. We then dive deeper into the culture at Festo and uncover how a privately held company is able to provide support unlike any other. Festo has expertise in integrating...
Ep. 20 - [Luis Narvaez] | Siemens Company Culture, Leadership Development Path & New Technology
August 04, 2021 02:31 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBIn the twentieth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak with Luis Narvaez from Siemens. Luis is currently a Product Marketing Manager and is responsible for a wide range of products at Siemens. However, Luis has had a technical beginning and joined the company through an Engineering Leadership Development Program. By combining his technical mastery and interest in business, Luis transitioned into the business development / marketing role. ✅ Leadership Development ✅ Industry 4.0...
Ep. 19 - [Zachary Stank] | Engineering to Marketing, Safety & Culture, Industry 4.0 & Leadership
July 26, 2021 14:28 - 1 hour - 146 MBIn the nineteenth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we connect with Zachary Stank from Phoenix Automation. Zach launched his career as an application engineer in manufacturing automation safety. As he honed his technical skills, he was given an opportunity to make a greater impact as the marketing manager and educator. Zach remains very passionate about safety devices but is now also in charge of other automation products at Phoenix Contact. Listen to the conversation to learn more a...
Ep. 18 - [Benson Hougland] | Industry & Technology Shifts, Current Challenges Opto22, Innovation
July 13, 2021 03:55 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBIn the eighteenth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we speak with Benson Hougland from Opto 22. Benson has extensive experience and knowledge in the world of manufacturing automation. In his early career, Benson was fortunate to run his own company in computer hardware and software before being recruited to Opto 22 where he led a number of breakthrough technological innovations. Our conversation goes on various topics and we uncover how Opto 22 operates, what projects they're working...
Ep. 17 - [Chris Luecke] | Manufacturing Happy Hour, Sales & Marketing, CMMS Fiix Software Leadership
July 07, 2021 02:33 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBIn the seventeenth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we receive Chris Luecke. Chris is a seasoned veteran of the manufacturing industry with over 15 years in various sales and marketing roles including 10 years at Rockwell Automation. In addition to his regular duties, Chris took it upon himself to launch a podcast venture while working at Rockwell and has interviewed some of the top executives within the company including the CEO. Nowadays, Chris is involved in a CMMS company Rockwe...
Ep. 15 - [Preston Hadley] | Post Pandemic Work, Business Update, IIoT, AutoCAD Electrical, AR, VR
June 30, 2021 21:19 - 1 hour - 155 MBIn the fifteenth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we welcome a previous guest of ours: Preston Hadley. Preston has been working hard on his integration services business and we wanted to check in with him. In addition to the regular operations, Preston has launched his second edition of the "Change a Life Giveaway". He's looking to donate some hardware to a deserving individual. Lastly, we've taken the time to discuss his outlook on the industry, return to office-based work, travel,...
Ep. 14 - [Frank Lamb] | Industrial Automation Journey, Systems Integration, Books, Education & More
June 16, 2021 02:27 - 1 hour - 171 MBIn the fourteenth episode of the stream, we receive Frank Lamb. Frank has multiple decades of experience in industrial automation as a systems integrator, consultant, engineer, educator, and much more. Frank started commissioning machinery at a lot cal systems integrator after the Navy and quickly moved up the ranks by taking additional responsibility. He made the call to work for himself by providing consulting and technical services within the same space. As his knowledge in automa...
Ep. 13 - Recruiting, Hiring, Building Teams, Interviewing in Manufacturing and Viewer Q&A
June 08, 2021 21:08 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBIn the thirteenth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, Dave and Vlad continue the discussion around talent acquisition, the current hiring landscape in manufacturing and reflect on their experience interviewing for various positions. Lastly, both answer Q&A coming in from the viewers. ✅ Recruiting & Hiring ✅ Interviewing ✅ Building Teams ✅ Viewer Q&A - Where to find us: -- Vlad --- https://solisplc.com/ --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladromanov/ -- Dave --- https://www.linkedin.com/i...
Ep. 12 - Special Guest [Chris Schleich] | Growth Mindset, Selecting and Building Teams, Interviews
May 17, 2021 03:07 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBIn the twelfth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we're speaking with Chris. Chris has a variety of experience within engineering management roles and a passion for talent finding and development. Chris covers a wide range of topics around talent development, including the growth mindset, building your teams, interviewing, and much more. As a bonus, we put Dave on the spot and ask him to go through a few interview questions during this episode! ✅ Adopting The Growth Mindset ✅ How To S...
Ep. 11 - Special Guest [Jordan Humphreys] | Automation Talent, Opportunities, Candidates, Recruiting
May 12, 2021 01:26 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn the eleventh episode, we're talking with Jordan Humphreys about everything related to talent searching, recruiting, and more. 💡How he has gotten himself into Industrial Automation. 💡How he helps people find jobs. 💡Where he sees the market and where it's going. 💡How employers are setting themselves apart. - Where to find us: -- Jordan Humphreys --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-humphreys-8a1624108/ -- Vlad --- https://solisplc.com/ --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladromanov/...
Ep. 10 - Special Guest [Huck Bales] | Smart Manufacturing, Change Management, Subject Matter Experts
May 02, 2021 01:54 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBThis week, on the tenth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, we receive Huck Bales. He's a director of Smart Manufacturing at Grantek and has a wealth of insights in manufacturing intelligence, change management, and continuous improvement. We've talked about his projects, the way Grantek approaches customers, how system integration projects are executed and what the company is doing to retain top talent. ✅Smart Manufacturing ✅Change Management ✅Subject Matter Expertise ✅Continuous Impr...
Ep. 9 - Special Guest [Amos Purdy] | Manufacturing Intelligence, MES Integration & Leading Teams
April 21, 2021 23:20 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBIn the ninth episode of the Manufacturing Hub, Dave and Vlad speak with Amos Purdy. Amos is an MES & Manufacturing Intelligence Lead at GPA. A company that specializes in data forensic systems integration and much more. Amos is going to speak with us on the topic of manufacturing intelligence, projects he has worked on, and his insights on leading cross-functional teams. ✅ Manufacturing Intelligence Journey ✅ MES Integration ✅ Uncovering Value Initiatives ✅ Leading Cross-Functional...
Ep. 8 - Special Guest [Jim Gavigan] | Manufacturing Data Acquisition / Intelligence using OSI PI
April 01, 2021 21:44 - 1 hour - 161 MBWe continue the Manufacturing Intelligence discussion in the eight-episode with a special guest: Jim Gavigan. Jim is the owner of a firm that specializes in data acquisition, processing, and application in manufacturing. We dive into discussions about some of the projects, applications of OSI PI, and Jim's experience in manufacturing. We get an insight into the process he uses to work with clients, analyze their data and propose solutions that drive improvements to the bottom line. ...
Ep. 7 - Manufacturing Intelligence | MES & OEE Systems, Industry challenges deployment opportunities
March 29, 2021 23:26 - 57 minutes - 132 MBIn the seventh installment of the Manufacturing Hub, Dave and Vlad tackle a new series: Manufacturing Intelligence. Our goal is to combine similar topics into a series of episodes that involve various discussions and industry experts. In this episode, we discuss the MES and OEE implementations we've been part of, our industry insights when it comes to these topics, as well as challenges related to their deployment. - Where to find us: -- Vlad --- https://solisplc.com/ --- https://www...