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February 14, 2025 40 mins

The biggest problem in manufacturing today? Finding and retaining the right talent.

Labor shortages aren’t just about filling positions; it’s about finding people who will truly thrive in your company culture and help drive long-term growth. But how do you accomplish that? 

Trevor O'Malley and Myles Rickerd bring a fresh perspective to talent acquisition that is tailored specifically to the needs of manufacturers—and we’re teaming up with them. In this episode, we're excited to introduce Hire MFG Leaders, our new service designed to directly address this challenge. 

Gone are the days of sifting through stacks of irrelevant resumes and hoping something sticks. We’ll help you find the right person the first time. This episode will give you a sneak peek at how we’re redefining the hiring process—making it more effective, streamlined, and tailored to manufacturing needs.

Whether you need engineers, machinists, or leadership, Hire MFG Leaders will help you connect with top candidates—even those who aren’t actively job hunting. By leveraging a deep understanding of the industry, we’re able to proactively reach the best talent before your competitors do.

If you’ve been struggling with your own talent search, this episode is a must-listen. We’ll cover why traditional hiring methods fall short and how our innovative approach—backed by experts who understand your business—can lead to better hires, fewer missteps, and less turnover.

Tune in to discover how Hire MFG Leaders is the recruitment solution that will set your shop up for success.

Segments

  • (0:25) Meet us at The MFG Meeting 2025
  • (3:07) Introducing Trevor and Myles
  • (6:37) Why Myles launched his own agency
  • (8:09) Why are we launching Hire MFG Leaders?
  • (12:02) How do you hire the right people? 
  • (20:05) Achieve on-time delivery with ProShop ERP
  • (21:04) How the MakingChips team is bridging the gap 
  • (24:29) How will the process work? 
  • (28:47) Who is the best fit? 
  • (31:13] Why exceeding your expectations is the goal
  • (37:45) How to learn more about Hire MFG Leaders
  • (39:08) Check out Machine Shop Mastery

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