Hello, Metalworking Nation! Today is an exciting day in the history of MakingChips as we release the highly anticipated Episode 100! We are coming to you live from the Technology & Manufacturing Association in Chicago, IL where we have assembled a round table panel of some of the most progressive manufacturing leaders in the Chicagoland area.

With us today we have return VIP guest, Brian Panek -- Vice President of Panek Precision, Jess Giudici -- Talent and Culture Manager at Smalley Steel Ring Company , Bill Downey -- President at Hi-Grade Welding & Manufacturing, and Tom Simeone -- President of Manor Tool.

On today's episode, we will be discussing one of the most challenging topics that people are talking about right now --  workforce development, training, and hiring. Our panel offers their insight into the issue as they discuss solutions they are implementing in their own business.

Episode Outline:

[02:20] - MakingChips TV

[05:30] - Introduction of our Panel Guests

[09:15] - One Word for Workforce Development

[10:08] - “Challenging”

[16:42] - Finding the Next Manufacturing Leaders

[24:15] - Providing Opportunity within the Organization

[26:00] - Millennials vs Baby Boomers

[33:33] - Culture Means a Lot

[40:48] - A Bidding War

[47:08] - Robots in the Shop

[51:30] - Resume on your Desk

[57:25] - Reaching Other Demographics

[60:45] - Success Stories

[66:25] - Conclusion of Episode

Mentioned in this Episode:

Brian Panek | LinkedIn

Panek Precision

Jess Giudici | LinkedIn

Smalley Steel Ring Company

Bill Downey | LinkedIn

Hi-Grade Welding & Manufacturing

Tom Simeone | LinkedIn

Manor Tool: Metal Stamping Company | Custom Metal Stamping

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