The Manufacturing Fix Podcast

SD Mfg and Tech Solutions •sdmanufacturing.com

Welcome to The Manufacturing Fix Podcast where we are going to be talking about a variety of manufacturing hot topics, lessons learned, and industry best practices to help educate listeners on ways they can manufacturer smarter. We want everyone to gain valuable insight, expert advice, and tangible takeaways, so let’s get started! This podcast is powered by South Dakota Manufacturing & Technology Solutions, helping South Dakota Manufacturers expand their capabilities to grow, innovate and achieve operational success. For more information, please visit sdmanufacturing.com.

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Episodes

Marketing Tips for Manufacturers - Facebook Edition

On this episode, Marketing Specialist Sara Wevik talks about best practices manufacturers should use on Facebook. Follow South Dakota Manufacturing & Technology Solutions on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sdmanufacturing/ Instagram: sdmanufacturing LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sdmanufacturing

Nov 18, 2019•12 min•Season 1Ep. 11

Leadership Therapist - Scott Carbonera

Author of The Manager's Guide to Employee Engagement , and consultant to AT&T, Wal-Mart and more, Scott Carbonara is often referred to as the leadership therapist. His biggest goal is to ignite and inspire companies greatest asset - their people. Scott shares his insight and strategy to help get your company culture up to par. We talk about how to find great employees and elevate the ones you have. Join us today as we dive into the needs of employees and beyond. To learn more about Scott Car...

Aug 30, 2019•24 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Data Security What You Need to Know

Hackers and information breeches are becoming everyday news. Today on the show we welcome Michelle Socia. Michelle is a Risk Managment Consultant for Marsh & McLennan Agency and has year of experience in helping keep customers data safe. Today's episode is a must listen for anyone in manufacturing. If you want to learn more you can reach Michelle at - michelle.socia@marshmma.com If you want to talk with MTS about your security needs, visit, sdmanufacturing.com Lastly, don't forget to join us...

Aug 30, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Automate Your Operations

Today on the show we have Travis Thiex, our automation expert at MTS in Sioux Falls. He is going to share with us a few pro tips on automating and how you can implement it at your facility. Travis will touch on the benefits of automating and different ways you can automate that may not be out of your price range! He's got a wealth of robotic knowledge and can help you assess if you are ready to automate. Ready to scale your business? Automation may be the key. Questions for Travis? Contact him a...

Aug 16, 2019•12 min•Season 1Ep. 8

Training Within Industry, proven strategies to improve efficiency, skills and company culture

Welcome back to the Manufacturing Fix! On today's episode, two of our business advisors, Keith Deibert and Kellie Ecker discuss Training Within Industry (TWI) solutions. We start with some history, current applications and how you can achieve greater operational success. You’ll learn how TWI can help address the skills gap many companies face and how it can improve your job methods. We hope you enjoy today's show! More information can be found at: www.sdmanufacturing.com...

Jul 12, 2019•22 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Starting and Staying Lean with Mike Hoseus

Michael Hoseus, a co-author of the Shingo Award-winning book Toyota Culture , developed his TPS skills at Toyota Motor Manufacturing Kentucky where he worked at the General Manager level in both Production and Human Resources being mentored by his Japanese sensei. He learned first-hand how Toyota’s success hinges on integrating their production and human systems to create the Toyota Way. Mike is the Executive Director of the Center for Quality People and Organizations and President of Lean Cultu...

Jun 07, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 6

LATI's Investment in Future of Manufacturing Technology

On today's episode, we have a quick discussion with Mr. Brooks Jacobsen, Electronic Systems Technology/Robotics Instructor Department Supervisor at Lake Area Technical Institute in Watertown, South Dakota. South Dakota MTS has worked with LATI in developing their automation lab. Brooks has some great insight into what students are looking for in a place to work and how LATI is equipping this generation of manufacturing workers. To Learn more about Lake Area Tech - visit - www.lakeareatech.edu . ...

Jun 07, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Industrial Revolution 4.0

Industrial Revolution 4.0 is upon us, and some might be curious about what that means? Today we met with Keith Deibert of SDMTS to discuss some history and some things to look for as IR 4.0 takes hold. Keith is a Senior Business Advisor with South Dakota MTS and provided consulting services for South Dakota's manufacturers. He is a graduate of SDSU and had a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He now focuses his efforts in helping organizations become Lean Enterprises. To learn more a...

Jun 07, 2019•26 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Automation in 2019 with Spencer Erwin

Robots are becoming a common sight on manufacturing floors. We are starting to work alongside them more than ever. Today on the Manufacturing Fix Podcast, we sit down with Spencer Erwin from Braas to discuss trends in Automation and Robotics and what Manufactures should be looking for in the coming years. To learn more about Automation options for your company you can find Spencer at Spencer.erwin@braasco.com or visit www.braasco.com . To learn more about getting your floor automated of learning...

Jun 07, 2019•16 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Grants to Grow your Company Employment

On the show today we have a special guest, Amy Graziano. Amy is a project manager for The Rocky Mountain Trade Adjustment Assistance Center, which is a non-profit that helps manufacturing firms receive Trade Adjustment Assistance grants to help grow their employment and revenue. The TAA specializes in working with your company to determine your eligibility for the trade grants at no cost. We hope you enjoy this discussion with Amy on this topic. To get in touch with Amy or TAA, you can email, gr...

Jun 07, 2019•14 min•Season 1Ep. 2

For-Profit Grants for Manufacturing

Hello and welcome to the Manufacturing Fix Podcast's first episode. We are looking forward to discussing all sorts of manufacturing topics, ideas, and advancements. In today's episode, we will chat with Micki Vandeloo GPC, President of Lakeview Consulting Inc. Micki is an expert in writing and obtaining grants for manufacturers. Her team has helped raised over $160 million in funding. Micki has over 15 years of experience writing grants and has personally obtained over $40 million. With degrees ...

Jun 07, 2019•29 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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