The Job Shop Show

Jay Jacobs
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A Manufacturing Podcast. We talk with the owners, suppliers, partners, and customers of custom manufacturers. Listen and learn the secrets of top performing Job Shops. The tools, techniques and backgrounds that have made them successful. All in the quest for raising the bar for Custom Manufacturing.

  1. JAN 14

    Transforming Pindel Global Precision: A Journey of Vision and Innovation

    In this episode of the Job Shop Show, host Jay Jacobs talks with Tony Jordan and Thomas Deslongchamps of Pindel Global Precision about the company's remarkable transformation under the leadership of Bill Berrian. They discuss the strategic vision that guided the change, including workforce training, automation, and incorporating AI to streamline operations. The conversation offers insights into the challenges and successes of modernizing a traditional machine shop and underlines the importance of investing in people and technology for sustained growth and operational efficiency.

    1h 11m

  2. 06/30/2025

    Tamea Franco of Global Metal Finishing Returns

    In this inspiring episode of The Job Shop Show, we welcome back Tamea Franco, CEO of Global Metal Finishing, to share her remarkable journey of resilience, leadership, and transformation since the pandemic. Tamea dives into the hard decisions that reshaped her team, the tech innovations modernizing her shop—from sensors and AI to value stream mapping—and her vision for a smarter, more people-centric future in metal finishing. It's a candid and energizing conversation full of insights for job shop owners navigating growth and change.

    52 min

  3. 06/23/2025

    Eleazar Garza of NBG Technologies

    In this episode of The Job Shop Show, Jay sits down with Eleazar Garza, co-founder of NBG Technologies, to share an inspiring journey of grit, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. Eleazar recounts how he and his siblings moved from Mexico to Texas to build a sheet metal fabrication company from the ground up—driven by a single customer, a bold investment, and unwavering determination. From selling the family home to buy their first CNC machine to navigating cultural hurdles and legal red tape, this story highlights the power of belief, hard work, and community. Tune in to hear how NBG grew into a thriving operation and what’s next as they pursue AS9100 certification and a bold marketing push. To learn more, visit www.nbgtechnologies.com.

    54 min

  4. 05/07/2025

    2025 Paperless Parts POWER User Conference

    In this special edition of the Job Shop Show, we hit the floor at the 2025 Paperless Parts Power User Conference, where over 250 of the nation’s most forward-thinking shop owners gathered. We asked attendees three big questions—from their outlook on 2025 to where they'd invest $500K—and captured their candid, insightful responses. Tune in for a pulse on the industry's priorities and predictions straight from the shop floor.

    55 min

  5. 04/23/2025

    Metal-Tech Industries (MTI)

    In this episode of The Job Shop Show, host Jay Jacobs talks with Glen Langford and Nathan Hockey of Metal-Tech Industries (MTI), a third-generation sheet metal fabricator based in Brisbane, Australia. They discuss MTI's journey from a small transport-focused shop to a high-tech, lights-out manufacturing operation, powered by investments in automation, software, and a people-first approach. The conversation highlights the value of global collaboration, embracing technology, and building a culture of continuous improvement. Learn more: https://metaltech.com.au/

    49 min

  6. 04/14/2025

    Brandon Worrell of KCSP Machine

    Join us as we talk with Brandon Morrell of KCSP Machine, who shares his journey from a career in archaeology, to digital marketing, to now owning a machine shop outside Kansas City. Brandon discusses how he acquired the business, built a strong shop culture, and leverages branding and digital marketing to drive new customer growth and sales. Learn more: https://www.kcspmachine.com/

    57 min

  7. 04/10/2025

    Job Shop Cost Allocation Strategies with Jason Ray of Paperless Parts

    Struggling with cost allocation while scaling your shop? In this episode, Paperless Parts co-founders Jason Ray and Jay Jacobs dive into a real-world scenario where a shop must rethink pricing strategies to win a $2M job. We unpack the impact on profitability, capacity, and overhead—and share actionable insights for shops looking to grow smart and sustainably.

    42 min

  8. 03/27/2025

    The Job Shop Show Express Episode 19: Humanoid Robot Integration in Machine and Sheet Metal Shops

    This episode discusses the emerging integration of humanoid robots in medium-scale manufacturing, highlighting their increasing accuracy, decreasing costs, and potential to enhance rather than replace human workers. By 2030, experts predict these robots will be as common in manufacturing as computers are today, offering smaller shops the opportunity to boost productivity and efficiency by augmenting their workforce with robotic teammates.

    6 min
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A Manufacturing Podcast. We talk with the owners, suppliers, partners, and customers of custom manufacturers. Listen and learn the secrets of top performing Job Shops. The tools, techniques and backgrounds that have made them successful. All in the quest for raising the bar for Custom Manufacturing.

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  • Creator
    Jay Jacobs
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    136
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2019 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Job Shop Show