In this episode of Tech Talk with R&E, host Jordan Dieterle interviews maintenance manager Trent McJunkin, who shares insights on building effective teams, implementing sustainability practices, and leveraging automation in maintenance operations.

Trent emphasizes the importance of reliability, the role of CMMS in maintenance management, and offers advice for newcomers in the field.

The conversation also touches on the psychology of maintenance and the need for continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Takeaways

• Building a strong team is crucial for maintenance success.
• Sustainability practices can simplify maintenance operations.
• Automation should not replace understanding of basic processes.
• CMMS systems are essential for efficient maintenance management.
• Crisis management preparation is key in maintenance operations.
• Housekeeping impacts efficiency and productivity on the floor.
• Networking is vital for newcomers in the maintenance field.
• Continuous improvement requires feedback from the floor staff.
• Understanding variability helps in achieving reliability.
• A good system empowers people to perform better.
• Variability is the enemy of reliability