The Maintainers: A Blue Cap Community Podcast

Are you still running your maintenance with visual inspections, emergency repairs, paper-based work orders, and spreadsheets? The future of factory technology not only makes life easier, it can set you and your company up for success -- and to get there, it's critical to understand the importance of reliability-centered maintenance. On “The Maintainers: A Blue Cap Community Podcast”, we will explore how to achieve the ultimate goal of reliable, world-class maintenance and zero downtime. Tune in with hosts David Lee and Jake Hall to get the insider's perspective to ensure the success of your business and keep your equipment running at optimal levels. Brought to you by Tractian.

The Maintainers: A Blue Cap Community Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Tractian, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tractian hosts The Maintainers: A Blue Cap Community Podcast, a business show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  Repurposing Rail Steel Since 1893 with Dave Zapata, General Supervisor of Engineering and Maintenance at Chicago Heights Steel

  Mar 12, 202532 minS0

  <p>Today on The Maintainers, David & Jake welcome Dave Zapata, the general supervisor of engineering and maintenance at Chicago Heights Steel (CHS). CHS is the largest special-market mill in the United States and has been running the same type of operation since its founding in 1893. </p><p>Dave calls his time with CHS “his longest summer job” as he joined the company straight out of high school in 1994 as a summer laborer. He instead stayed on, working his way through departments and up the ladder from engineering to mechanical to electrical. </p><p>You’ll hear all about CHS’s history an...

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  Episode #18

  Achieving Global Standards in Manufacturing Featuring Rafael Padilha Gama, USCAN Maintenance & Reliability Director with Ingredion Incorporated

  Feb 26, 202543 minS0

  <p>In this episode of The Maintainers, hosts David Lee and Jake Hall chat with Rafael Padilha Gama, AKA Rafa, the U.S. and Canada Maintenance and Reliability Director at Ingredion. Rafa shares his extensive background in the maintenance and reliability industry, including his roles at InBev and Unilever. He discusses his journey from electrical electronics in Brazil to handling global operations, bringing a wealth of insights into maintenance, reliability, and automation practices across diverse industries and geographies. </p><p>Rafa emphasizes the blend of technical expertise and leadership needed in effective maintenance roles. He believes the critical aspects include h...

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  Episode #17

  Maintaining 100% OEE with Lean Manufacturing Featuring Jim Kozel, COO of World Emblem

  Feb 12, 202540 minS0

  <p>In this episode of The Maintainers, hosts David Lee and Jake Hall sit down with Jim Kozel, COO at World Emblem, the largest patch producer in the world, to delve into the intricacies of lean manufacturing and operational excellence. Jim is a seasoned pro when it comes to running high-efficiency manufacturing plants, and he has some stories to share!</p><p>Throughout the conversation, Jim highlights how his team embraced lean principles with guidance from the True Lean Toyota-University of Kentucky partnership. By implementing these strategies, his team has achieved substantial productivity gains and on-time performance while sustaining quality...

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  Episode #16

  Embracing New Tech and Empowering Teams with Sam Hancock, Maintenance Manager at Sumitomo Drive Technologies

  Jan 29, 202534 minS0

  <p>In this episode of The Maintainers, hosts David Lee and Jake Hall dive deep with Sam Hancock, the maintenance manager at Sumitomo Drive Technologies. Sam's journey, spanning decades in the industry, offers a wealth of insights into the world of maintenance and reliability.</p><p>The discussion delves into practical advice for developing robust maintenance programs, leveraging advanced CMMS systems, and cultivating a safety-first culture inspired by Sam's time at DuPont. He emphasizes the critical need for proper training, team collaboration, and smart technology integration. He also shares intriguing insights on bridging the gap between engineering design and real-world...

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  Episode #15

  Transforming the Perspective of Manufacturing with Jake Rice, Facilities Maintenance Supervisor at O-I Glass

  Jan 15, 202539 minS0

  <p>On today’s episode of The Maintainers, hosts David and Jake welcome Jake Hall, the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor at O-I Glass, a prominent global manufacturer of glass containers. Chances are, you’ve enjoyed a drink from one of their bottles at some point in your life.</p><p>Jake Rice shares a wealth of experiences, from his time as a Navy Interior Communication Specialist to his adventures as a deep-sea diver, ultimately leading him to a fulfilling career in industrial maintenance. Interestingly, before joining O-I Glass, he was unaware that their manufacturing facility was located just around the corner from...

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