The US Manufacturing Today show, brought to you by the good folks at Veryable, is a podcast to keep you up to date with what's ahead for US Manufacturers and Distributors. On the podcast, we discuss all things in the industrial space, how to navigate Trump 2.0, tariffs, domestic manufacturing, supply chain realignment, and much, much more.
All content for U.S. Manufacturing Today is the property of Veryable, Inc. and is served directly from their servers
with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
The US Manufacturing Today show, brought to you by the good folks at Veryable, is a podcast to keep you up to date with what's ahead for US Manufacturers and Distributors. On the podcast, we discuss all things in the industrial space, how to navigate Trump 2.0, tariffs, domestic manufacturing, supply chain realignment, and much, much more.
Ironman Suits, Not Terminators: Augmenting Manufacturing with Technology, with Russ Bukowski of Mastercam
U.S. Manufacturing Today
26 minutes 47 seconds
2 months ago
Ironman Suits, Not Terminators: Augmenting Manufacturing with Technology, with Russ Bukowski of Mastercam
In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine sits down with Russ Bukowski, President of Mastercam and member of the Forbes Business Council, to discuss the evolving landscape of American manufacturing. They dive deep into the manufacturing talent pipeline crisis, the impact of AI and automation on the workforce, and how education and apprenticeships are shaping the next generation of skilled workers. Russ shares insights on bridging the skills gap, the importance of clean data for successful AI implementation, and strategies for future-proofing the industry. Whether you’re a shop floor leader, educator, or industry enthusiast, this episode offers actionable advice and a forward-looking perspective on building resilience in US manufacturing.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & Welcome
01:00 – Guest Introduction: Russ Bukowski of Mastercam
03:00 – Russ’s Background in Manufacturing & Technology
06:00 – The Manufacturing Talent Pipeline Crisis
10:00 – The Role of Parents and Education in Shaping Careers
13:00 – AI, Automation, and Bridging the Skills Gap
18:00 – Apprenticeships and Partnerships with Schools
22:00 – Mastercam’s Approach to Software, Automation, and AI
27:00 – Implementing AI: Clean Data and Practical Advice
32:00 – Trade Policy, Reshoring, and Industry Trends
36:00 – Generational Gaps: Gen Z, Technology, and Training
41:00 – Advice for Manufacturers: Future-Proofing the Workforce
The US Manufacturing Today show, brought to you by the good folks at Veryable, is a podcast to keep you up to date with what's ahead for US Manufacturers and Distributors. On the podcast, we discuss all things in the industrial space, how to navigate Trump 2.0, tariffs, domestic manufacturing, supply chain realignment, and much, much more.
