Help Wanted

About this Podcast episode

Finding and hiring the right people can be a struggle for a lot of companies, especially for companies looking to fill drafting or engineering positions.

The challenges to find and hire people with the desired experience are real and in some cases expensive. But what is the best way to find talent?

In this Exchange, James and RJ discuss with Jacob Edmond, of Duckworks Millwork Solutions, the challenges of finding, hiring, and training new Microvellum engineers and some options to combat those challenges.

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Participants

James Drury, Exchange Host and Technology Advocate, has transitioned from the shop floor, to becoming a drafter, managing an engineering department; and now, to the technological side of woodworking - he's seen it all. 

RJ Pranski, Exchange Host and Training Analyst, a former engineer and project manager in the woodworking industry, RJ brings a wide array of knowledge and experience to the table.

Jacob Edmond, Seasoned Engineering Leader with a decade-plus of experience in leading diverse teams within the millwork industry and, managing sustainable projects across the architectural, construction, and manufacturing fields. Currently CEO of Duckworks, a company driven to help millwork companies find solutions to their problems.

Are you a woodworking industry expert interested in being a guest on our Exchange podcast series?

Email mv-marketing@microvellum.com to get started.