Kyler Ruark

President

Speaker Biography:

Kyler has 20 years in the blow molding industry, starting his career with Uniloy as a machine builder and run-off process technician, and moving into field service. With the support of his wife and family, Kyler started his own business as an independent service provider to the industry, aligning with the OEM standards and partnership to strengthen his team and bring equipment back to OEM standard. 

Presentation Description:

The blow molding industry faces a growing need to attract, train, and retain skilled technical talent. This presentation will explore practical strategies for developing the next generation of blow mold technicians, maintenance professionals, and service specialists. Attendees will gain insight into how independent service providers, OEMs, processors, and educational partners can work together to create meaningful career pathways and strengthen the industry's talent pipeline.

Topics will include workforce recruitment, hands-on technical training, mentorship programs, knowledge transfer from experienced professionals, and collaborative approaches to addressing ongoing labor shortages. The session will highlight successful workforce development initiatives and provide actionable ideas that organizations of all sizes can implement to build a stronger, more sustainable workforce.

Key takeaways include methods for attracting new talent, accelerating technical skill development, fostering long-term employee engagement, and strengthening industry collaboration to meet future workforce demands.