The U.S. Manufacturing Workforce Podcast

11/10/2023

In our latest episode, we hear unique insights and predictions on how long the UAW International Union strike against the Big Three Automakers (General Motors, Ford Motor Company & Stellantis) could last. Our guest, Marc Robinson, is an economist, strategist and former internal consult at GM. Using game theory, Marc details the intricate dynamics at play in these negotiations. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that blends economics, negotiation strategy, and risk management.

🎧 Tune in: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/u-s-manufacturing-workforce/id1618800126?i=1000630942668

‎Show U.S. Manufacturing Workforce, Ep UAW vs Big Three Automakers: Game Theory Predictions - Oct 11, 2023

22/09/2023

🎧 Tune into our podcast to get caught up on the current UAW strike against General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis and the threat to automotive suppliers across the U.S.

🎙️ Podcast -> Suppliers at Risk: UAW Stand-Up Strike Causes Ripple Effect: We talk latest strike updates and advice for automotive executives leading through this disruption: https://hubs.li/Q02365G60

🎙️ Podcast ->Supplier Readiness: Preparing for a Strike at the Big Three: We talk about preparing for this disruption, restarting operations after a shutdown, and the free 13-point Operational Restart Readiness Checklist download shared with our listeners: https://hubs.li/Q02367Qy0

🎙️ Podcast -> Overview of UAW Contract Talks With Stellantis, Ford & GM: We break down past UAW corruption, new UAW President Shawn Fain, and the potential for a strike: https://hubs.li/Q023666_0

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19/09/2023

The effects of the UAW targeting just three plants is already creating a ripple effect across the automakers with Ford announcing temporary layoffs of around 600 employees and GM announcing that it will be idling its Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas which will put 2,000 people out of work.

Shawn Fain has stated that more UAW locals at the Big Three will be called to stand up and strike on Friday, September 22nd at noon if progress is not made at the negotiating table. On this episode of the U.S. Manufacturing Workforce Podcast, we speak with Jan Griffiths about the impact this strike could have on suppliers -- specifically the thousands of Tier 2 and Tier 3 Suppliers that will have a more difficult time weathering the storm. She also shares tips for supply chain leaders on how to manage and lead through this type of disruption.

https://hubs.li/Q022GtyQ0

‎Show U.S. Manufacturing Workforce, Ep Suppliers at Risk: UAW Stand-Up Strike Causes Ripple Effect - Sep 18, 2023

13/09/2023

As the 11:59 p.m. deadline on Thursday, Sept. 14 nears for the UAW and Big Three Automakers (GM, Ford & Stellantis), we have several podcast episodes to get you caught up on the negotiations, help automotive suppliers prepare for a strike, dig into the strike contingency planning in this labor market and more. Check our episodes below:

🎙️ Podcast -> Background on UAW & Big Three Automaker Negotiations: https://hubs.li/Q0226tgV0

🎙️ Podcast -> Auto Supplier Readiness: Preparing for a strike at the Big Three: https://hubs.li/Q0226gjG0

🎙️ Podcast -> Strike Contingency Planning: https://hubs.li/Q0226rjp0

🎙️ Podcast -> The 24 Essential Supply Chain Processes: https://hubs.li/Q0226ts00

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07/08/2023

🎙️ The UAW International Union has opened contract negotiations with The Big Three Automakers: Stellantis, Ford Motor Company, and General Motors. In this episode, our host Michele Vincent, breaks down the details including:

⚙️ The 2019 UAW strike at 50 of GM's facilities
⚙️ Labor turmoil within the UAW + new President, Shawn Fain
⚙️ Union + automakers objectives for negotiations
⚙️ Possibility of a strike + potential impact on suppliers

With new union leadership, the industry transition to electric vehicles, the current state of the labor market, and economic uncertainty, some believe this is creating the perfect storm for negotiations.

🎧 Tune in below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../uaw-opens.../id1618800126...

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3jGA1hOWaKzygQTcjbd8j5

Show Notes & Podcast Email Signup: https://www.madicorp.com/podcast/uaw-big-three-automakers

UAW opens contract talks with Stellantis, Ford, and General Motors. Negotiations cover 150,000 union members and their CBAs expire on September 14th.

13/05/2022

In this week's episode of The U.S. Manufacturing Workforce Podcast, Michele Vincent, Recruitment Marketing talks with Sara Causey about recruiting funnels:

⚙️ What are they
⚙️ Why they're important
⚙️ What top-of-the-funnel strategies are working to source talent in today's labor market
⚙️ And much more!

If you're struggling with a lack of applicants, then you don't want to miss this episode. Not only did Sara have many great tips, but she'll make you laugh along the way!

You can listen on Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts or online below: https://www.madicorp.com/podcast/top-of-funnel-recruiting-strategies

Happy Friday, everyone!

21/04/2022

19/04/2022

19/04/2022

In our first episode, we talk with Julie Davis, Sr. Director of Workforce Development at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers about:

📌 How the pandemic shook up the labor market
📌 What flexibility looks like in manufacturing
📌 Benefits of training and apprenticeship programs
📌 Importance of engaging with a variety of talent pools
📌 Why employer branding is essential to company culture

If you're having trouble hiring or retaining manfuacturing talent in this labor market, then you won't want to miss this episode. Plus, Julie walks us through her workforce development toolkit that you can use to help with whatever specific talent challenges you're facing right now!

You can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or online here: https://www.madicorp.com/podcast/tackling-labor-market-challenges-manufacturing