The Manufacturing Stream Podcast, your go-to source for insights into the latest in manufacturing technology and innovation.
Hosted by Chris Rost, we’re excited to bring you some of the best conversations in manufacturing - from the factory floor to the board room.
This episode features manufacturing tech expert Willemijn Schneyder, as she reacts to some of the most profound takeaways from our 2025 Manufacturing Skills Report.
We explore AI, Automation, and the needs of the frontline workforce across a number of roles in the manufacturing workforce.
🧠 Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:
- How AI and Automation can help reverse the skills gap
- Why a lot of our training methods aren’t landing in 2025
- How deep the skills gap really goes
- Why some manufacturers are hesitating to deploy upskilling strategies
- And much, much more
📍 00:00 Introduction
03:04 Demographics and Generational Insights
05:55 Preparedness for AI and Automation
08:54 Understanding AI’s Role in Manufacturing
12:04 Statistics on AI Impact in Manufacturing
15:02 Simplification and Acceleration of Processes
17:59 Data Literacy and Skills Gaps
20:50 Future Skills and Workforce Development
21:47 The Role of AI in Manufacturing
24:39 Real-Time Analytics: The Missing Link
27:33 Addressing the Skills Gap in Manufacturing
30:08 Transforming Training Approaches
34:33 Engagement and Retention in the Workforce
39:54 The Importance of Communication Skills
👉 Download your free copy of the 2025 Manufacturing Skills Report here:https://www.l2l.com/resources/research-report-2025
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