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Artwork for Manufacturing Greatness

Manufacturing Greatness | Productivity | Retention | Profits | Continuous Improvement | Safety | Workforce Development | Labo

Trevor Blondeel
Manufacturing
Leadership
Expectation Gap
Accountability Gap
Showing Up Gap
Employee Retention
Manufacturing Greatness
Emotional Intelligence
Communication Skills
Manufacturing Productivity
Jefferson Metal Products
Accountability
Transparent Accountability
Lean Manufacturing
Change Management
Onboarding
Leadership Development
Self-Doubt
Communication
Visual Management

Whether you're a plant manager, operations manager, or frontline supervisor, you'll discover practical strategies for lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. We cover critical topics like workforce development, employee retention, safety culture, and change management—helping you navigate challenges like labor shortages, skills gaps, and the evolving manufacturing l... more

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Artwork for Manufacturing Greatness

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Your best people rarely quit in a dramatic moment. They leave a little at a time, and by the time they give notice the decision was made weeks ago. Gallup ties about 75% of voluntary turnover to the manager, and our own national research found that 3... more

Why do six in ten of your people feel unheard at work? Trevor goes one level up from the first-week mentor: the new leader nobody onboards. He unpacks why a badge and a shift turn your best technician into a command-and-control boss, what the study o... more

What if the only machine in your plant with no maintenance plan is you? Trevor sits down with productivity expert Marcey Rader, author of Reclaim Your Workday, to bring health-powered productivity to the shop floor: the red headphones rule that prote... more

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What if your newest hire decides whether to stay in their very first week? Trevor opens a new solo series built on a national study of 1,250 manufacturing workers, run with Crossover Solutions and The Center for Generational Kinetics. The frontline w... more

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Recent Guests

Marcey Rader
Founder of Rader Company; TEDx speaker; author of Reclaim Your Workday
Rader Company
Episode: Why Your Plant Manager Can't Solve Complex Problems | Time Management for Manufacturing Leaders | Ep. 185
Jason Bates
Manufacturing Consortium Manager at EMC; host of Factory Focus Podcast
Excellence in Manufacturing Consortium (EMC)
Episode: A Reporter Calls Me Every Week Asking Who's Laying Off with Jason Bates │ Manufacturing Community │ Ep. 183
Nir Eyal
Author and researcher on behavioral design
Episode: The Team Member You've Quietly Given Up On with Nir Eyal │ Talent Development │ Ep. 181
Jason Hopper
Shop-floor leader with decades of manufacturing experience
Episode: The Most Important Leader Has No Title with Jason Hopper │ Manufacturing Team Leadership From the Floor │ Ep. 179
Josh McKain
Founder of Throughput Mastery
Throughput Mastery
Episode: Culture of Ownership in Manufacturing: How Owners Stop Being the Bottleneck with Josh McKain | Ep. 175
Jenn Donahue
Retired Navy captain and combat veteran, author of Becoming the Warrior
Episode: Silencing Self-Doubt and Leading with Confidence with Jenn Donahue #173 I Labor Shortage in Manufacturing
Dr. Debra Clary
Author of The Curiosity Curve
Author / The Curiosity Curve
Episode: Lean Manufacturing Leadership for Plant Managers: Why Kaizen Fails Without Curiosity with Dr. Debra Clary #171
Morag Barrett
Executive coach, speaker, author of Cultivate and You, Me, We
Cultivate/You, Me, We
Episode: Manufacturing Leadership Development: Why Connection Drives Productivity and Retention with Morag Barrett #169
Ryan Forte
Owner of Jefferson Metal Products
Jefferson Metal Products
Episode: Why Productivity Problems Start at the Top: Manufacturing Leadership and Employee Retention: #168

Host

Trevor Blondeel
Host of Manufacturing Greatness

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 189 ratings
  • Why Curiosity Changes Every Thing In Manufacturing

    What I appreciate most is the focus on real leadership…what actually drives performance on the floor, not just in theory.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DebraAsk
    United States4 months ago
  • Lessons For Everyone in Business

    The varied guests and approach to leadership, team management, and work life as a whole makes this a podcast for more than just those in the manufacturing business - we can all learn from these episodes. Well done Trevor, I’m enjoying the actionable insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vickie Lanthier
    Canada5 months ago
  • Amazing host!

    On behalf of recent podcast guest, Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier,

    "Trevor knows and gets manufacturing and is asking the exact questions that are on leaders' minds or should be. Such an engaging conversation, loved sharing how to increase our resilience strategically, prevent burnout and influence the overall work system and context.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean Daly, M.Ed
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Experience!

    Being a guest on this podcast was such a pleasure! Trevor asked such thoughtful questions focused on what would truly help his audience. Loved our conversation focused on visibility ideas and approaches to help leaders in manufacturing show their value in a bigger way! Highly recommend this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sue Barber
    United States8 months ago
  • Curiosity, Care and Insight

    I had the pleasure of joining Trevor Blondeel on his Mindfulness Manufacturing podcast, and it was an incredibly meaningful experience. Trevor has a genuine gift for creating conversations that blend curiosity, care, and insight. His questions were intentional and thought-provoking, inviting a level of depth that made the discussion both engaging and authentic.

    The Mindfulness Manufacturing platform is an excellent space for exploring leadership, culture, and the human side of manufacturing. Tre... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    In need of retail therapy
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for practical leadership insights and real-world shop-floor relevance.
Guests note engaging, thoughtful questioning and a focus on actionable takeaways.
Audiences value the mix of expert guests and personal storytelling that translates to day-to-day improvements.
Content is described as relatable, with strong emphasis on relationships, curiosity, and safety in manufacturing.

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#125
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Talking Points

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A Reporter Calls Me Every Week Asking Who's Laying Off with Jason Bates │ Manufacturing Community │ Ep. 183
Q: What is the real state of the manufacturing job market today according to Jason?
The industry is not facing a mass failure; there are layoffs and hiring, but large-scale catastrophes like 500 layoffs are not the norm. Manufacturing is holding its own or growing in many cases, with pockets of uncertainty due to tariffs, but overall resilience due to diversification and regional cooperation.
The Unwritten Rule That Quietly Ran His Whole Plant with Ryan Forte │ Manufacturing Team Leadership │ Ep. 177
Q: How did you start changing the culture after you changed as a leader?
We began with regular, structured meetings, empowered teams to make decisions, and tied performance to clear, attainable goals, which gradually built trust and a culture of accountability.
The Unwritten Rule That Quietly Ran His Whole Plant with Ryan Forte │ Manufacturing Team Leadership │ Ep. 177
Q: What got you curious about yourself and led to this transformation?
I realized I was missing alignment with people and unclear about expectations; the 360 feedback helped me see gaps and understand how my leadership style was affecting others, prompting a shift to more transparent, collaborative approaches.
The Most Important Leader Has No Title with Jason Hopper │ Manufacturing Team Leadership From the Floor │ Ep. 179
Q: How should younger leaders engage with experienced team members?
They should ask questions, involve the team in problem solving, and respect the experience on the floor while also bringing fresh perspectives.
Employee Retention in Manufacturing for Plant Leaders: Reducing Risk Through Transparent Accountability with Christopher Santomassimo #148
Q: To kick us off, what's one of the main areas you see common across your manufacturing clients that you're like, hey, these are the ones doing this really well?
Chris describes that clients who actively listen to their people, share meaningful numbers, and set realistic and stretch goals in a team environment tend to outperform others because they build trust, engagement, and a positive culture that reduces risk.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing Greatness

What is Manufacturing Greatness about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Practical discussions on lean manufacturing, leadership, and people-centric performance illuminate how to improve retention, safety, and productivity in manufacturing settings. Episodes center on culture of ownership, curiosity-driven improvement, authentic leadership, and effective communication, often anchored by real-world shop-floor stories and actionable frameworks. Unique strengths include a strong emphasis on relationship-building, psychological safety, and three-conversation or three-gap approaches to fix accountability, alignment, and engagement, making it useful for plant managers, supervisors, and aspiring guest speakers seeking real-world impact.

Potential listeners will likely appreciate clear, practitioner-focused guidance, c... more

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Recent guests on Manufacturing Greatness include:

1. Marcey Rader
2. Jason Bates
3. Nir Eyal
4. Jason Hopper
5. Josh McKain
6. Jenn Donahue
7. Dr. Debra Clary
8. Morag Barrett

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