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Manufacturing Mentorship Weekly

Podcast by Aron Kolosik

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Are you tired of feeling like you never truly leave the plant?The constant emails, calls, staffing issues, production problems, and pressure from every direction can make it feel impossible to disconnect.And somewhere along the way, your own health, your relationships, and your long-term growth have quietly started slipping.You are not alone. Manufacturing and operations leadership is one of the most rewarding career paths in business, and one of the most demanding and isolating.This podcast is for manufacturing and operations leaders who want to keep growing without burning out in the process.Every week, Aron Kolosik shares leadership insights, tools, habits, and lessons from more than thirty years in manufacturing, from the plant floor to the C-suite.This is Manufacturing Mentorship. Let's get to work.

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Better Plants, Better Lives: The Ten Pillars

Aron continues his discussion on the challenges faced by manufacturing and operations leaders, emphasizing the need for balance between professional and personal life. He reintroduces the concept of "better plants, better lives," highlighting 10 pillars for achieving this balance. These pillars include operating rhythm systems, mission and metrics, leadership bench, talent development, communication, time mastery, physical health, relational health, mental health, and financial health. Aron stresses the importance of developing systems and accountabilities, fostering a strong leadership bench, and maintaining personal well-being to effectively manage plants and personal lives. Listen In! Thank you for listening to this episode of Manufacturing Mentorship with Aron Kolosik Newsletter Sign Up Link: https://aronkolosik.com/newsletter/ Linked In @aronkolosik Instagram @aronkolosik Facebook @aronkolosik

27 May 2026 - 24 min
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Better Plants, Better Lives

Aron discusses the challenges of balancing work and personal life for manufacturing and operations leaders. He emphasizes the pressures of running a factory, including safety, product quality, and cost management, and the impact of these pressures on personal relationships and health. He advocates for intentionality in all aspects of life, including time management, mental health, and community support. He highlights the importance of recovery during the day and delegating tasks to others. He also promotes his Manufacturing Mentorship Program, which provides a comprehensive system for improving work-life balance and leadership skills. Listen In! Thank you for listening to this episode of Manufacturing Mentorship with Aron Kolosik Newsletter Sign Up Link: https://aronkolosik.com/newsletter/ Linked In @aronkolosik Instagram @aronkolosik Facebook @aronkolosik

20 May 2026 - 19 min
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Manufacturing Mentorship: The Five Mentors Who Built My Career

Aron reflects on his journey in manufacturing, highlighting the impact of mentors like Terry Cravada, Mike Damji, Mike McCleary, Mike Burnett, and Liz Radke. He discusses the evolution of his podcast from "Unstuck" to "Manufacturing Mentorship," emphasizing the need for mentorship in the industry. He shares his growth from a 19-year-old co-op student to a C-suite leader, noting the importance of long-term relationships and personal development. He announces plans to launch a YouTube channel for manufacturing conversations and invites listeners to subscribe for mentorship and support. Listen In! Thank you for listening to this episode of Manufacturing Mentorship with Aron Kolosik Newsletter Sign Up Link: https://aronkolosik.com/newsletter/ Linked In @aronkolosik Instagram @aronkolosik Facebook @aronkolosik

13 May 2026 - 19 min
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Overwhelm Isn't Incompetence

Aron discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing the "stage two" experience in plant managers' careers of feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. He shares his personal journey from Iowa City to Cincinnati, highlighting the challenges of transitioning to a new role and the critical support from a mentor. He introduces the Conscious Competence Model, explaining the stages of learning and development from unconscious incompetence to unconscious competence. He stresses the need for senior leaders to provide coaching and support to help plant managers navigate these stages effectively, preventing burnout and improving overall performance. Listen In! Thank you for listening to this episode of Unstuck: Break The Mold And Become Unstoppable! Life Assessment Link - www.unstuckmasterplan.com [http://www.unstuckmasterplan.com/] Linked In @aronkolosik Instagram @aronkolosik Facebook @aronkolosik

6 May 2026 - 21 min
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Your First 90 Days As A Plant Manager

Aron discusses the critical first 90 days for new plant managers, emphasizing the importance of learning, building relationships, and setting clear priorities. He shares his experience at Teva Pharmaceuticals, where he increased production from 350,000 units to over 750,000 units in six months. Key strategies include preparing before arrival, establishing a personal operating rhythm, building relationships, trusting instincts, filtering priorities, managing up, and delegating early. He also highlights the value of mentorship and support systems, such as his manufacturing mentorship program, to help new leaders navigate challenges and succeed. Listen In! Thank you for listening to this episode of Unstuck: Break The Mold And Become Unstoppable! Life Assessment Link - www.unstuckmasterplan.com [http://www.unstuckmasterplan.com/] Linked In @aronkolosik Instagram @aronkolosik Facebook @aronkolosik

29 Apr 2026 - 21 min
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