Maintenance & Manufacturing Insights

Martin Engster
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Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader at a manufacturing company, this show is for you. Host Martin Engster sits down for conversations with people who actually work in the trenches of industry, for real talk about what’s working, what’s not, and what they're dealing with day-to-day. From reducing unplanned downtime and managing MRO inventory to leading maintenance teams and optimizing tool crib workflows, Maintenance and Manufacturing Insights delivers practical, real-world stories you can learn from. Whether you’re struggling with spare parts chaos, implementing a new CMMS, or just trying to get through the week without a production stop — you’ll find honest insights from peers who’ve been there. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    James Brett: Why Maintenance Teams Must Stay Ahead of Failure

    In this episode of Maintenance Manufacturing Insights, Martin Engster sits down with James Brett, Senior Facilities Manager at Carbon Aerospace, to discuss the challenges of maintaining more than 1,200 assets across a large aerospace manufacturing operation. James shares how his team supports the production of carbon fiber aerostructures used on commercial aircraft, including control surfaces and engine components found on Boeing platforms. The conversation explores the importance of preventive maintenance, asset management systems, equipment reliability, spare parts strategies, and the growing role of technology in modern maintenance programs. James explains how his team uses CMMS data, uptime tracking, and KPI monitoring to reduce downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness. Martin and James also discuss equipment obsolescence, standardizing critical components such as spindles, the future impact of AI on maintenance programs, and why proactive maintenance remains the key to avoiding costly failures. Whether you work in manufacturing, maintenance leadership, facilities management, or reliability engineering, this episode provides valuable insights into managing complex operations while keeping production moving.   ------------------------- Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader — we want to hear how you’re getting it done. Apply to be a guest on https://maintenancemanufacturinginsights.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

    27 min

  2. Jun 9

    Ian Long: Manufacturing Leadership Beyond the Machines

    In this episode of Maintenance Manufacturing Insights with Martin Engster, Martin sits down with Ian Long, Senior Manufacturing Supervisor at Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages, to discuss the realities of high-speed manufacturing, maintenance coordination, leadership, and continuous improvement. Ian shares his journey from starting as a floorhand order builder to leading multiple production lines and overseeing teams responsible for keeping some of the fastest beverage manufacturing equipment operating efficiently. He explains how maintenance and production teams work together to solve equipment failures, manage downtime events, and maintain quality standards while producing thousands of products every hour. The conversation explores everything from catastrophic equipment failures and emergency maintenance escalations to conveyor challenges, fill-rate accuracy, employee development, and the human side of manufacturing leadership.   ------------------------- Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader — we want to hear how you’re getting it done. Apply to be a guest on https://maintenancemanufacturinginsights.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

    22 min

  3. May 14

    "German Marine to Business Owner: 60 Years of CNC Legacy" with Martin Engster

    Martin Engster runs Centerline Incorporated, a family-owned CNC spindle repair shop based in the middle of the United States. In this episode, Martin explains what a CNC spindle is, why it matters to manufacturers, and how his team helps companies get back up and running fast when a machine goes down. Martin also shares how military structure shows up in the way they work: keeping things simple, staying disciplined, and paying close attention to detail. He talks about the standards they hold themselves to, including tight tolerances that demand careful, consistent work. You’ll also hear Martin’s personal story of coming to the United States from Germany as a kid, working through citizenship challenges, and how the Marine Corps helped him fast-track becoming an American citizen in 2001. Toward the end, Martin opens up about losing his father in November of last year and what it means to carry forward a 60-year legacy of spindle repair knowledge, now with Martin, his brother, and his 22-year-old son working toward a third generation. To learn more about Centerline and CNC spindle repair, visit centerline-inc.com.   ----------------------------- Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader — we want to hear how you’re getting it done. Apply to be a guest on https://maintenancemanufacturinginsights.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

    20 min

  4. May 13

    Martin Engster - Host Introduction

    In this episode, host Dave Dubeau sits down with entrepreneur and Marine veteran Martin Angster from Centerline Inc. to talk about the fascinating world of spindle repair, CNC machine services, and industrial manufacturing solutions. Martin shares the inspiring story of how his family immigrated from Germany to the United States in pursuit of the American dream. What started with his father’s passion for machinery and cowboy culture eventually became Centerline Inc., a trusted industrial service company supporting industries like aerospace, automotive, dental manufacturing, and electronics. The conversation also dives into Martin’s experience in the Marine Corps and how military discipline, high standards, and accountability shaped the culture of the family business. He explains why quality, reputation, and family values continue to set Centerline apart in a highly specialized industry.   ------------------------------ Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader — we want to hear how you’re getting it done. Apply to be a guest on https://maintenancemanufacturinginsights.com/guest and share your expertise with a wide audience eager to learn about you.

    11 min

  5. Apr 11

    Welcome to "Maintenance & Manufacturing Insights"

    Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader at a manufacturing company, this show is for you. Host Martin Engster sits down for conversations with people who actually work in the trenches of industry, for real talk about what’s working, what’s not, and what they're dealing with day-to-day. From reducing unplanned downtime and managing MRO inventory to leading maintenance teams and optimizing tool crib workflows, Maintenance and Manufacturing Insights delivers practical, real-world stories you can learn from. Whether you’re struggling with spare parts chaos, implementing a new CMMS, or just trying to get through the week without a production stop — you’ll find honest insights from peers who’ve been there. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts.

    1 min

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Are you responsible for keeping machines running and production on track? If you’re a maintenance manager, tool crib manager, or shop leader at a manufacturing company, this show is for you. Host Martin Engster sits down for conversations with people who actually work in the trenches of industry, for real talk about what’s working, what’s not, and what they're dealing with day-to-day. From reducing unplanned downtime and managing MRO inventory to leading maintenance teams and optimizing tool crib workflows, Maintenance and Manufacturing Insights delivers practical, real-world stories you can learn from. Whether you’re struggling with spare parts chaos, implementing a new CMMS, or just trying to get through the week without a production stop — you’ll find honest insights from peers who’ve been there. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts.

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