Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Retaining Talent in a Shifting Industry

When companies fail to prioritize workforce stability, they risk higher turnover rates, increased operational disruptions, and rising recruitment costs.

July 30, 2025

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Workforce

Burrito Plant Death Calls for Safety Shift, Experts Say

Three workplace safety experts from different disciplines highlight the importance of precautions, training, and culture in food manufacturing operations following a 19-year-old burrito factory employee’s death during equipment cleaning.

July 28, 2025

Workforce

PMMI Foundation Donates $100,000 to Michigan State’s School of Packaging

Gift supports student innovation and technical education at nation’s first packaging school.

July 23, 2025

Workforce

Strengthening OEM-End User Collaboration for Better Training

Packaging and processing end users and original equipment manufacturers note the importance of collaboration for improved training outcomes.

July 18, 2025

Workforce

PPWLN Breakfast at PACK EXPO Las Vegas Supports Women in Packaging and Processing

Alison Fragale, negotiation and workplace dynamics expert, will present research-based strategies on leadership and confidence.

July 17, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Land O'Frost Automates on a Budget

How can a company scale automation without a high initial cost? Land O’Frost is reaping the rewards of five palletizers without the typical upfront challenges thanks to the RaaS offering from Formic.

July 16, 2025

Workforce

Two Operator Training Boosts for Packagers and Processors

Two enhanced training strategies can help packaging and processing machine operators perform more effectively.

July 11, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Organizational Design Principles

How can organizational design principles boost the bottom line? Processors that incorporate all staff levels into decision making can create an environment where long-term greatness is achieved.

July 9, 2025

Industry News

Kirk Tanner Appointed President and CEO of The Hershey Company

The Hershey Company

Tanner spent over three decades at PepsiCo, Inc., where he ultimately served as Chief Executive Officer of PepsiCo Beverages North America, overseeing a $28 billion business.

July 8, 2025

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Linking Strategy to Action

How can companies better communicate with employees and help them understand the company beyond their day-to-day operational activities? The OpX Workforce Engagement document details strategies for CPGs.

July 2, 2025

Sustainability

The Efficiency Imperative: Doing More with Less on the Process Floor

External forces are shaping plant operations, and as a result, food manufacturers are reevaluating how they operate—not just to survive, but to thrive.

July 1, 2025

Workforce

Real Leadership Faces Adversity

Unprecedented times mean unprecedented concerns for staff members, and it’s up to leadership to address these concerns directly for the sake of employees.

June 23, 2025

Workforce

Seeq Appoints Ray Scheppach as Chief Financial Officer

Seeq

Ray Scheppach will be responsible for leading Seeq's global financial operations, including strategy, reporting, risk management, and long-term business planning.

June 20, 2025