Brewing Solutions: Mike Franz on Workforce Development and Manufacturing Over Coffee

In this conversation, David Turner speaks with Mike Franz, a manufacturing leader and co-founder of Shop Floor Coffee. They discuss the origins of the coffee company, which aims to address workforce development issues in the manufacturing sector. Mike shares insights on the importance of community engagement, the challenges of finding skilled workers, and the unique approach of using coffee as a medium to foster discussions about careers in manufacturing. The conversation also touches on the coffee culture within the industry and the significance of quality coffee in the workplace.takeaways

• Shop Floor Coffee was created to address workforce development issues.
• There are hundreds of thousands of open manufacturing jobs.
• Coffee can be a catalyst for discussions about careers in manufacturing.
• The company aims to improve the quality of coffee in shops.
• Light roast coffee has more caffeine than dark roast.
• Giving back to the community has been a rewarding experience.
• Awareness of workforce development programs is crucial for manufacturers.
• Social media plays a significant role in promoting workforce development.
• Understanding the coffee production process is important for efficiency.
• The manufacturing process can always be improved.

• Brewing Change: The Story Behind Shop Floor Coffee
• Coffee and Careers: A Unique Approach to Workforce Development

• "There's tons of open, great paying jobs."
• "Coffee is necessary for salespeople."
• "We're excited to be a part of this niche."

Chapters00:00Introduction to Shop Floor Coffee

02:54The Mission Behind Shop Floor Coffee

05:35Workforce Development and Community Impact

08:27The Coffee Industry and Manufacturing Insights

11:36Conclusion and Future Aspirations