Episode 20 - Paul McClellan - Eddie Kane Steel Products

The manufacturing leader that guides and supervises their workforce has influence over productivity, morale, and even job satisfaction. Today’s guest believes that, to be a truly skilled leader, you need to become aware of the needs of your workforce and adapt your leadership style to serve them, rather than simply expecting them to serve you! In today’s episode, you’ll hear from Eddie Kane Steel Plant Manager, Paul McClellan, as he shares some of the greatest challenges he has faced in his role, the lessons he has learned along the way, and his advice for the manufacturing leaders of tomorrow. We also touch on his strategies for staying afloat during COVID and the processes he has put in place to maintain efficiency and productivity, as well as some of the myths he hopes to debunk about steelworkers and how he believes technology like AI will impact the steel industry going forward. For all this and more, make sure not to miss today’s conversation with exceptional plant manager, engineer, and leader, Paul McClellan!