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  • Uncovering the hidden costs of your 401(k), with forensic 401(k) consultant Paul Sippil

    Uncovering the hidden costs of your 401(k), with forensic 401(k) consultant Paul Sippil
    2026/06/23
    Paul Sippil, a forensic 401k consultant, joins The Manufacturing Employer to reveal the hidden costs and pitfalls lurking in many manufacturers’ retirement plans. Drawing on decades of auditing and advisory experience, Paul explains how excessive and undisclosed fees quietly erode employee savings and trust. He breaks down common misconceptions, the risks of undetected conflicts of interest, and why transparency and detailed invoicing are essential for both owners and employees.
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    1分未満
  • Rethinking manufacturing pathways, with Shalin Jyotishi of New America

    Rethinking manufacturing pathways, with Shalin Jyotishi of New America
    2026/06/09
    Shalin Jyotishi, founder of New America's Future of Work and Innovation Economy Initiative, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss talent-pipeline challenges in manufacturing. He shares misconceptions about manufacturing careers, the urgent need to modernize work-based learning and the importance of employer investment in workforce development. The conversation explores practical steps for building strong partnerships with educators, the potential of MEPs and youth apprenticeships, and highlights some of the programs making a difference today.
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    30 分
  • Prioritizing worker health for retention and safety, with Susan Taah of Work Factor

    Prioritizing worker health for retention and safety, with Susan Taah of Work Factor
    2026/05/26
    Susan Taah, occupational health consultant and founder of Work Factor, joins The Manufacturing Employer to examine how things like chronic illnesses, fatigue, mental health and heat stress are impacting today's industrial workforce. Susan shares why traditional wellness programs often fall short and highlights practical, data-driven strategies for embedding health initiatives within operations. The conversation explores the financial impact of chronic disease, the competitive edge of supporting employee well-being, and the pivotal role of frontline supervisors in influencing workplace culture and retention.
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    1分未満
  • Bridging marketing and HR to build winning teams, with Ray Reader of Gorilla 76

    Bridging marketing and HR to build winning teams, with Ray Reader of Gorilla 76
    2026/05/12
    Ray Reader, strategist at Gorilla 76, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss why marketing and HR must collaborate to attract and retain talent. Ray explains how authentic employer branding and employee stories help manufacturers stand out. The conversation offers actionable steps for building a strong employer brand and driving better hiring results.
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    26 分
  • Cracking the code of workplace fairness, with Hanna Hasl-Kelchner of Business M.O.

    Cracking the code of workplace fairness, with Hanna Hasl-Kelchner of Business M.O.
    2026/04/28
    Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, award-winning author and workplace fairness expert, joins The Manufacturing Employer to explore what fairness really means in a modern manufacturing plant. Drawing on decades of business law and social psychology experience, Hanna reveals why fairness is so crucial for employee engagement and retention, and how unwritten workplace rules quietly undermine both. She explains the social contract between employers and employees, offers practical ways leaders can identify and address hidden biases, and shares actionable steps for building trust and a truly fair culture on the shop floor. See the article she references in the podcast here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/48-ways-managers-abuse-power-destroy-employee-hanna/
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    1分未満
  • What workers really want, with Larry Salazar of NestSTEPS

    What workers really want, with Larry Salazar of NestSTEPS
    2026/04/14
    Larry Salazar, President and Co-Founder of NestSTEPS, joins The Manufacturing Employer to discuss what employees really want from their workplace. With more than 25 years at the intersection of technology, HR benefits and financial services, Larry shares why housing and homeownership have emerged as powerful tools for workforce stability and retention. The conversation explores evolving employee expectations around dignity, progress and financial wellness, revealing how housing benefits not only address financial stress but also foster deeper loyalty and long-term engagement.
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    22 分
  • Manufacturing leadership that works, with Jason Woodard of Geislinger Corporation

    Manufacturing leadership that works, with Jason Woodard of Geislinger Corporation
    2026/03/31
    Jason Woodard, COO at Geislinger Corporation, returns to The Manufacturing Employer to share insights from his new book, "Manufacturing Leadership That Works." Drawing on 35 years of experience, Jason discusses why traditional leadership models fall short, the importance of holistic people-first management and practical tools like one-on-one meetings. He explains how investing in frontline operators and leading with empathy drives lasting change and stronger cultures in manufacturing.
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    26 分
  • "Belonging" and the factory floor, with Andrea D. Carter of Andrea Carter Consulting

    "Belonging" and the factory floor, with Andrea D. Carter of Andrea Carter Consulting
    2026/03/17
    Andrea D. Carter, organizational scientist and founder of Andrea Carter Consulting, joins The Manufacturing Employer to share how measurable belonging can transform manufacturing culture. Andrea discusses her Belonging First methodology and its five key indicators that drive trust, performance and retention. She explores the real costs of culture gaps, how leaders often miss hidden pockets of disengagement and practical steps for frontline supervisors to build strong teams. This episode shows why belonging is not a perk, but essential infrastructure for operational success.
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    34 分