In this episode of The Skillwork Forum, Mike Matlock, VP of Sales, and Business Development Manager Josh Roza dive into the top pain points manufacturers are facing, and what’s actually working to solve them. From labor shortages and skills gaps to costly downtime and cultural misalignment, Mike and Josh share what they’re hearing every day on the ground from facilities across the country. More importantly, they offer practical, real-world strategies companies are using to stay ahead.

Whether it’s building stronger hiring pipelines, reducing turnover, or getting critical maintenance roles filled fast, they unpack how manufacturers can stop the bleeding and start seeing results, sometimes in as little as three weeks. This conversation also highlights the cost of inaction, including lost revenue, team burnout, and long-term production risk.

If your plant is struggling to find qualified talent or keep your lines running, this episode breaks down where to start and how to take action.