Ep. 25 | Modernizing Workforce – Why Print Jobs Are Changing | Production Foundations
Print companies aren’t just facing workforce shortages—the jobs themselves are changing. Modern print careers increasingly require technical skills, workflow awareness, problem solving, and cross-functional communication. In this Production Foundations episode, Jessica Sanchez discusses how automation, technology, and evolving production environments are reshaping career paths throughout the print industry. Learn why today’s employees are becoming technicians, troubleshooters, and workflow specialists, and what companies can do to better prepare the next generation of print professionals.
nnnnJessica shares observations from student tours, workforce initiatives, apprenticeship development, and conversations with print employers across the region. The episode explores changing job descriptions, technical literacy, AI, automation, professional development, and the importance of exposing students and job seekers to modern print manufacturing environments. Listeners will gain practical insights into attracting, developing, and retaining talent while preparing their organizations for the future workforce.
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