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When a manufacturer doubles its workforce in just seven years despite industry-wide skills shortages, you know they’re doing something right. In this episode, Lorinda Lackay, Operations Director at Minicam, shares the strategies that have transformed this Salford-based wastewater inspection systems manufacturer.

In this episode you will learn:

• How Lorinda’s early passion for engineering inspired a focus on developing young talent
• Why diversity across nationalities fuels innovation, resilience, and adaptability
• How reskilling existing employees and creating new career pathways strengthens the workforce
• How collaborative spaces and open workbench layouts drive culture and lasting change
• Practical strategies for tackling recruitment challenges and futureproofing skills

Listen for insights on building a strong culture, developing talent, and driving innovation in modern manufacturing.

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Theo James is a Manufacturing & Engineering Recruiter based in the North East, helping Manufacturing and Engineering firms grow across the UK.

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