The Voices of Manufacturing

Aug 06 2024 44 ep. 38 mins 11
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Conversations with the leading experts, innovators, and problems solvers in manufacturing. Hosted by Brian Sallee (Dozuki Co-Founder) and Michael Muilenburg (35 years at 3M, Director at large at AME). Featuring guests from 3M, General Mills, Forbes, Amazon, and more.

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Veteran Wisdom: Mark Keho and Rob Atkins on Manufacturing Progress (Kawasaki)

Aug 06 2024 25 mins  
Join Mark Keho and Rob Atkins, veteran general foremen from Kawasaki Engines. Discover their fascinating career journeys from humble beginnings in Iowa and Missouri to leading roles in the machining and die casting departments. Gain insights into their experiences, the evolution of Kawasaki's manufacturing processes, and the importance of continual improvement and mentorship. This

Ventilators and Vocations: Inside Precision Plus with Mike Reader

Jul 15 2024 33 mins  
Mike Reader, VP of Sales and Engineering at Precision Plus, shares his journey from intern to executive. Mike discusses the evolution of the manufacturing industry, the importance of youth apprenticeships, and the role Precision Plus played in producing ventilator parts during COVID-19. He offers insights into overcoming industry challenges, the significance of family businesses, a

Finding Success in Unpopular Tasks: Insights from Jeff Gentry's Career

Jul 01 2024 44 mins  
In this insightful episode, Jeff Gentry from Shaw Industries shares his philosophy on tackling difficult and often overlooked tasks, emphasizing the importance of stepping outside one's comfort zone and embracing challenges. He encourages listeners to seek out opportunities that others shy away from, as these are often the most rewarding. Gentry also discusses his unique approach t

Upskilling in Manufacturing: Insights from Samantha Lawrence's Career Path

Jun 20 2024 46 mins  
In this episode of the Voices of Manufacturing podcast, we interview Samantha Lawrence, the Learning and Development Coordinator at Johnsonville. Samantha shares her unique career journey from being an English teacher and learning leader in the Sheboygan School District to her current role at Johnsonville. She discusses the joy of supporting diverse member goals, ranging from becom

From Factory Floors to Tech Giants: Allen Yeung's Journey

Jun 10 2024 46 mins  
Allen's impressive career spans from being an automation engineer at Colgate Palmolive to holding significant roles at Walmart, Tesla, and various tech companies. Tune in as we delve into Allen’s journey, starting from his childhood in Long Island, his hands-on experiences in global manufacturing, and his transition into tech leadership as VP of Product at Dozuki.

Balancing Tradition and Innovation in Manufacturing: Echo Xu's Story

May 28 2024 40 mins  
Starting at the Canada Department of National Defense, Echo worked on aircraft avionics systems and later transitioned to the private sector, becoming an engineering manager and now a senior advisor. She emphasizes a key lesson: ambition doesn’t always equate to capacity. Echo also discusses the importance of mentorship, the challenges of moving from public to private sectors, an

Cultivating Versatile Manufacturing Leaders

Feb 01 2024 37 mins  
In this episode of the Dozuki podcast, Andrew Dendis from RTX discusses his experience in a leadership development program, emphasizing the importance of versatility, networking, and dynamic problem solving in manufacturing and aerospace industries.

Insights from a Decade of Manufacturing Workforce Trends

Jan 18 2024 47 mins  
Thomas has been observing the trends of the manufacturing workforce over the past decade as a training manager. He’s noticed the workforce has changed dramatically over that time. In this episode, Thomas breaks down the modern manufacturing employee and what they want in a job and employer. During this interview with Thomas, we will cover the three big areas that employees are fo

Mastering Value Stream Mapping

Dec 28 2023 67 mins  
A seasoned value stream mapping facilitator, Karen Martin, shares insights into effective process mapping for manufacturing companies. The discussion walks through the multi-staged process, emphasizing the importance of the charter phase, defining the present and future state, collecting and understanding data, the role of leadership, and creating transformation plans. Karen discus

3 Mistakes to Avoid When Your Company is in Growth Mode

Dec 07 2023 30 mins  
Our insightful discussion covers the dangers of insignificant improvements, the challenges posed by an overload of initiatives, and the drawbacks of rigid processes. Learn how to counter these mistakes by adopting strategic focus, embracing a growth mindset, prioritizing key projects, and maintaining the fundamental processes of your business.