Rephonic
Artwork for Machine Shop Growth

Machine Shop Growth

Mike Fritz
Overall Equipment Effectiveness
Automation
Margin
American Precision Partners
Marketing
Top Line Revenue
Tooling
ICP (ideal Customer Profile)
Manufacturing
Aerospace
Bottom Line Profitability
People / Workforce / Staffing
Sales
Second Shift
Scrap
RFQ
Automation / Robotics
Sales & Marketing For Manufacturers
Lean Six Sigma
OEE

The Machine Shop Growth Podcast gives a fresh perspective to help you grow your shop by focusing on 3 key factors - Sales, Marketing and Efficiency. For decades the machine shop industry was build on a “good-ol-boys” mentality and was full of great machinists and engineers that made great parts. What has been discovered is many of those amazing shops have plateaued or are starting to decline - bec... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes35Founded2 years ago
Categories
InvestingBusiness

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Machine Shop Growth

Latest Episodes

Kirk Phelps didn't just talk about starting a shop — he went and did it.

In Episode 34 of the Machine Shop Growth Podcast, Kirk gives you a raw, unfiltered look at the first 60 days of Omni Max Aerospace: two Haas machines, a 3,500 square feet build... more

Most shops quote aerospace work the same way they quote everything else. That's the problem.

In Episode 33 of the Machine Shop Growth Podcast, Kirk Phelps gets into the tactical details of how to stop underquoting and make aerospace work actually pr... more

Everyone talks about the opportunities in aerospace.

Very few talk about the costs.

In this episode of the Machine Shop Growth Podcast, Kirk Phelps breaks down what machine shops need to know before pursuing AS9100 certification—and why getting the... more

From Machine Operator to Shop Leader: Manufacturing Career Advice for Young Machinists | MSG Episode 31

Most machinists start in the same place:

Standing at a machine.

Pushing a green button.

Doing exactly what they're told.

But what separates the... more

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host

Recent Guests

Andrew Skoog
Founder of Machinist X, platform for collaboration and resources in machining
Machinist X
Episode: Episode #24: The Skilled Machinist Shortage… And Why It’s Our Fault
Dan Echternkamp
Founder/CEO of AeroGrowth, aerospace-focused coach
AeroGrowth
Episode: Episode #23: How to Get Aerospace Work for Your Machine Shop (Certification, Margins & Strategy)
Mike Franz
Founder of Shop Floor Coffee, involved in industry networking and workforce awareness
Shop Floor Coffee
Episode: Episode #22: Why Young People Aren’t Choosing Manufacturing — And How to Change That
Nick Goellner
Founder of Making Chips, partner at Goellner Inc.
Making Chips
Episode: Episode 18: How to Make More Sales for Your Machine Shop (Without Hiring a Sales Team)

Hosts

Mike Fritz
Host of The Machine Shop Growth Podcast, associated with American Precision Partners and multiple iterations of the show.
Kirk Phelps
Co-host on the show, Operations Manager and Master Machinist roles referenced across episodes; affiliated with multiple manufacturing organizations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great intel!

    Really enjoy the insight provided in the show. I won’t miss an episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    miamiking4
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very Helpful

    Since 2008 we’ve always been slammed with work. I was a warehouse manager for 13 years then went into sales (still wear warehouse hat). This pod was very relatable to me. In 2024 we decided to pivot and grow. We’re small and in the middle of a cornfield - as a salesman I have no clue what other job shops are doing that works / doesn’t work. Just know what we have always done that has worked. I’m excited to find the pod and continue to listen and learn. Can’t be thankful enough for people w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rick Sallee
    United States2 years ago
  • Mike Fritz is a genius!

    Love to see what Mike is doing for his shops, as well as the greater community. This pod is a great service! Keep it up Mike!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jt_ryder
    United States2 years ago
  • Great actionable advice for running a machine shop

    These guys know what they’re talking about from the shop floor to the boardroom! A new must-listen show for anyone who wants to raise the bar on their machine shop.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    paulvm
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests and topics consistently emphasize growth, differentiation, and operational discipline.
Listener engagement highlights practical, actionable insights for running a shop.
The host delivers relatable, shop-floor to boardroom guidance with real ROI examples.

Top Investing Podcasts

The Ramsey Show
The Ramsey ShowRamsey Network
The MORE Show
The MORE ShowJustin Colby, Bleav, Justin Colby
Financial Audit
Financial AuditCaleb Hammer
Odd Lots
Odd LotsBloomberg
Prof G Markets
Prof G MarketsVox Media Podcast Network
Wake Up to Wealth
Wake Up to WealthBrandon Brittingham
Money Guy Show
Money Guy ShowBrian Preston and Bo Hanson

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode #23: How to Get Aerospace Work for Your Machine Shop (Certification, Margins & Strategy)
Q: Do you have to have aerospace certification to do any aerospace work, or are there parts you can work on before certification?
You can engage in some aerospace work without certification; ITAR registration is a practical starting point, and AS9100 certification can be justified later once you have proven capability and demand from customers.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Machine Shop Growth

What is Machine Shop Growth about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program focuses on growing machine shops by blending sales, marketing, and operational efficiency. Across episodes, listeners hear practical, battle-tested strategies for winning new work, differentiating through niche capabilities, and increasing throughput through tooling discipline, automation, and process standardization. A standout trait is the hands-on, shop-floor-to-boardroom perspective, frequently featuring owners and managers sharing real-world ROI, cash-flow considerations, and growth playbooks. The show is likely valuable to shop leaders seeking actionable tactics to scale profitability, improve delivery, and reduce risk while maintaining practical, attainable steps for shops of varying sizes.

Where can I find podcast stats for Machine Shop Growth?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Machine Shop Growth. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Machine Shop Growth and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Machine Shop Growth get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Machine Shop Growth, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Machine Shop Growth?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Machine Shop Growth, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Machine Shop Growth have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Machine Shop Growth has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of Machine Shop Growth are there?

Machine Shop Growth launched 2 years ago and published 35 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Machine Shop Growth?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Machine Shop Growth?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Machine Shop Growth from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Machine Shop Growth?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Machine Shop Growth. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Machine Shop Growth?

Recent guests on Machine Shop Growth include:

1. Andrew Skoog
2. Dan Echternkamp
3. Mike Franz
4. Nick Goellner

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days