- Successfully conducted three (3) Lean Set-up Reduction workshops at one company. A total of 24 supervisors were trained in the lean quick changeover techniques. Set-up times for three (3) different machine types were reduced by over 40% each. The new changeover methods will be standardized across all similar machines to multiply the reduction in savings.
- Assisted 2 companies in preparing for ISO9001:2008 Certification which they received in April & June respectively. Assisted in developing an ISO compliant Quality Management System and preparing for ISO certification assessment. ISO certification will result in new customer orders.
- Conducted an 8-hour Lean for Manufacturing workshop, training participants in Lean Thinking and how to apply Lean tools & concepts. The training was attended by 13 people. (open-enrollment).
- Partnered with the local SME chapter to conduct a Lean best practice tour to see demonstrations of Lean principles applied to manufacturing and share. The event was attended by 35 people.
- Conducted a 2-day Lean Six Sigma working session to provide Lean Six Sigma training to build awareness and develop a strategy and roadmap for Lean Six Sigma implementation.
- Conducted an 8-hour Lean for Office workshop, training participants in Lean Thinking and how to apply Lean tools & concepts to support and administrative processes. The training was attended by 16 people and identified numerous potential opportunities.
- Completed a 5-day Cellular Flow Manufacturing event. The team designed a cell that incorporated all assembly, welding and inspection operations. The cell design will result in better flow and quality, and less WIP, distanced travelled and floor space.
- Conducted a half-day training session in Lean Supply Chain and Collaborative Transportation. The event was attended by 18 people.
- Conducted a 5-day “order to cash” value stream mapping event on a major product family. It is anticipated that when implemented, the plan will result in a significant reduction in lead times, inventory, and floor space, and an increase in quality and productivity.
- Conducted Internal audits at 7 companies, helping to keep their systems in compliance, prepare for surveillance audits and improve their systems.
- Facilitated a Pre-Seed Workshop at Cornell to lead six teams through the process of discovering if each of their innovative technologies has the potential to be commercially successful.
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