Host: Meghan Watkins and Charlie Richardson

Guests: Steve Cassetty, CM4 and Ryan Malott, CM4

Steve and Ryan, veterans of the business and now at CM4, talk about Logan’s Principle - We have a participative business; we do not have a permissive business ¬– what it means and how it plays out in units. There is an expectation that team members share their thoughts especially during the decision-making process. This is particularly apparent during recruitment and when teams have to address issues. CM4 has hired many new team members since groundbreaking and the practice of this principle is evident in onboarding, training and development. Hear a more examples in this episode!

Host: David Fusting, HR Manager

Guest: Ken Perdue, Plant Manager

Some would say, Ken Perdue, our Plant Manager is Logan’s culture personified. In this episode, Ken shares his thoughts about what encompasses Logan’s culture – our principles and the Team Concept – and his experiences living and working in this culture. Logan’s culture is a differentiator from other companies. Ken would know, he spent some time away from Logan and what pulled him back was Logan’s culture. Ken also talks about how managing team and leadership within the Logan Culture can be both challenging and rewarding. Finally, Ken shares his “Why?” Why does he lead the way he does, and what he wants for Logan Aluminum to accomplish.

Host: Meghan Watkins, Talent & Development Administrative Leader

Co-hosts: Larry Carlisle; Charlie Richardson

Guests: Tommy Phelps & Ann Brown, Cold Mill

Tommy and Ann share their take on the Logan Principle: Success of the individual & organization are interdependent, continuous improvement is paramount. Working in a dynamic industry and market, Logan Aluminum has had to build a competitive edge. One of the ways was to create an environment where both the business and individuals felt accountability to each other. A culture of trust reinforces this synergy throughout the organization. Every person, every team and the business, as a whole would feel responsibility for every success. Even during success, Logan refuses to rest on our laurels – continuous improvement is instilled throughout the culture. We are good, and we can always get better, a philosophy that’s helped us become a leader in our industry.

Host: Meghan Watkins, Talent & Development Administrative Leader

Co-hosts: Larry Carlisle; Charlie Richardson

Guests: Jerry Jernigan, OT Team Leader, DC4; Trey Corbin, OT DC4

While just recently added to the Logan Principles, There is nothing more important than our safety, has always been inherent in the culture of Logan. The episode of this principle was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, but the topic is as relevant today. Safety should be at the forefront of our minds at all times, and our guests talk about how this principle is not just something that “looks good on paper,” but working safely is a choice that our employees make every day. Employees are empowered to stop an unsafe process, and production is never a priority above the health and safety of our team members. In fact safety and productivity go hand in hand. Safety is personal and our guests share the events they remember that bring this to light.

Host: David Fusting, Human Resources Manager

Mike Harris, former President and Charlie Richardson, Legendary Team Leader continue their conversation about Logan Principles, our roots. Logan principles ensure accountability, respect for each other, and acknowledging your sphere of influence.

Host: David Fusting, Human Resources Manager

Guests: Mike Harris, former President and “Father of the Team Concept” and Charlie Richardson, Legendary Team Leader and recent retiree.

These gentlemen share their thoughts on Logan’s Principles and its inception, and the philosophy around the Team Concept. They do a quick walk-thru of each principle and talk why empowerment rather than rules have made Logan employees so successful!

Guests: Donna Phillips, Operating Tech VII (30 years); Stacie Urban, Operating Tech VII (22 years); and Bryan Gray, Operating Tech III (>2.5 years)

Host: David Fusting, Human Resources Manager

We continue the conversation with Hot Mill Gold Team members in Part 2. Donna, Stacie & Bryan talk about the closeness of the team and how members take care of each other and their families. We have generations of family members that work at Logan!

There is openness on the team which helps people improve in their jobs through honest feedback, raising issues (sometimes unpopular), training and sharing knowledge. The goal is to keep the team strong; to keep Logan strong. The team thrives in each person reaching their full potential and gaining confidence in their decision-making.

Guests: Donna Phillips, Operating Tech VII (30 years); Stacie Urban, Operating Tech VII (22 years); and Bryan Gray, Operating Tech III (>2.5 years)

Host: David Fusting, Human Resources Manager

Hot Mill Gold Team members talk about the structure of their team and how they embody the TEAM concept. Donna, Stacie and Bryan share the STAR point positions have helped create efficient team meetings and gives every person an opportunity to lead. STAR positions break down communication barriers and helps team members gain confidence in speaking up which is very important in decision-making.

The guests can agree that an individual may not always have the right answers, but together as a team, they hash it out and get to the best answer. That’s the power of the team.

Hosts: Meghan Watkins, Talent & Development Administrative Leader and David Fusting, Human Resources Manager

The foundation of Logan Aluminum is built on our people and our workforce is changing (and growing)! Hosts, David and Meghan introduce LoganCast and why Logan Aluminum decided to venture into podcasting to communicate with our employees. You’ll also learn about upcoming episodes and topics.