Reducing Downtime in HMLV: Tools, Mindset, and Leadership That Make It Work

In high-mix, low-volume manufacturing, changeover time is the silent killer. It sneaks in between builds, eats up capacity, and turns opportunity into waste. But what if reducing downtime wasn’t just about equipment or tools, but mindset?

In this episode, Amtech CEO Jay Patel shares how his team is tackling downtime head-on, from strategic investments in agile equipment to training teams like pit crews. He explains why downtime isn’t just a cost, it’s a signal, and how leadership alignment is the difference between progress and paralysis.

If you’ve ever thought, “We don’t have time to optimize,” this conversation is for you. Because the truth is, you don’t have time not to.