{"id":131900,"date":"2025-09-11T05:37:55","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T10:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.controleng.com\/?p=131900"},"modified":"2025-09-11T05:39:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T10:39:09","slug":"the-downtime-episode-21-lookin-like-a-snack","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.controleng.com\/the-downtime-episode-21-lookin-like-a-snack\/","title":{"rendered":"The Downtime | Episode 21: Lookin&#8217; Like a Snack"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>This week on&nbsp;<em>The Downtime<\/em>&nbsp;podcast, co-hosts Sarah and Sheri deliver another engaging mix of culture, manufacturing insights and editorial highlights. 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In a personal tribute, she showcases her own Armani blazer, connecting style and substance in a way that underscores how design and craftsmanship influence every industry \u2014 even manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At 01:50, Sarah shifts gears with a nod to her Cleveland Browns hat, officially kicking off football season. Her sports enthusiasm blends seamlessly into the show\u2019s conversational rhythm, reminding listeners that manufacturing professionals are as passionate about game day as they are about production floors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By 04:20, Sheri highlights a key industry resource:\u00a0<em>Plant Engineering\u2019s <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantengineering.com\/research\/the-future-of-manufacturing-operations-2025-insights\/\"><em>The Future of Manufacturing Operations: 2025 Insights<\/em>\u00a0report<\/a>. She explains how the report takes a deep dive into the technologies and strategies driving operational excellence, from digital transformation to workforce readiness. For manufacturers navigating rapid change, the findings offer a roadmap for smarter, more efficient operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At 05:58, Sarah shares <a href=\"https:\/\/www.packagingoem.com\/conveyer-caster-family-business-material-handling-solutions\/\">her latest contribution to\u00a0<em>Packaging OEM<\/em><\/a>\u00a0\u2014 an article about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cc-efi.com\">Conveyer &amp; Caster.<\/a> She details how the company is supporting packaging and material handling with solutions that balance flexibility and reliability. Her feature illustrates how even seemingly simple equipment can transform throughput and efficiency when integrated thoughtfully into modern production lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of the episode begins at 09:07 with Sarah\u2019s interview of Gary Pickett, director of business development at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jlsautomation.com\">JLS Automation<\/a>. Over the next 11 minutes, Pickett discusses how JLS is helping manufacturers address automation challenges, particularly in food packaging. From robotics to sanitary design, he emphasizes how automation supports both productivity and safety, ensuring manufacturers can meet consumer demand while maintaining high standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The interview wraps at 20:10, but the episode doesn\u2019t slow down. By 20:45, Sheri engages listeners directly, inviting them to head over to LinkedIn and comment on which&nbsp;<em>Downtime<\/em>&nbsp;podcast thumbnail is their favorite. The ask underscores the show\u2019s growing community and the importance of audience engagement across digital platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At 21:00, Sarah and Sheri close out the episode with a playful twist: a self-graded \u201creport card\u201d game. They score themselves on topics ranging from industry knowledge to personal quirks, adding humor and relatability to the podcast\u2019s mix of professional insights. The segment runs through 28:35, when the duo signs off for the week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This episode of&nbsp;<em>The Downtime<\/em>&nbsp;demonstrates the podcast\u2019s unique formula: blending culture, personal connection and technical expertise. Whether it\u2019s Sheri paying tribute to Armani, Sarah rallying behind the Browns, or Gary Pickett sharing the future of automation, the episode underscores that manufacturing is more than machines \u2014 it\u2019s about people, stories and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With its mix of industry insights and personality-driven storytelling,&nbsp;<em>The Downtime<\/em>&nbsp;continues to deliver a refreshing take on the conversations shaping modern manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Timestamps for The Downtime Episode 21<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>00:18 &#8211; Episode starts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>00:53 &#8211; Sheri honors the passing of fashion icon Giorgio Armani by showcasing her Armani blazer<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>01:50 &#8211; Sarah talks about her Cleveland Browns hat and kicks off the Browns&#8217; season<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>04:20 &#8211; Sheri chats about the Plant Engineering The Future of Manufacturing Operations: 2025 Insights report<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>05:58 &#8211; Sarah introduces a piece for Packaging OEM she published about Conveyer &amp; 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