Bob Magee, Chairman of Woodbridge group and Vice Chair of Canada’s Next Generation Manufacturing Supercluster, joins Ron to discuss the ever-changing manufacturing industry and workforce.
Highlights: -Advanced manufacturing is becoming increasingly digitized and computerized, but workers are needed to operate, program and maintain those computers and robots. -Manufacturing employers are looking for employees who have strong digital skills. -A shortage of employees in the manufacturing field today is a challenge for employers. -Partnering with public schools and community colleges to interest them in manufacturing is a smart way for employers to find new talent.