07Jul 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
The Bench: What is your organization’s approach to DEI? – July 19th

The Bench: What is your organization’s approach to DEI? – July 19th

Events
Welcome to The Bench, an open forum where we discuss and share best practices around a particular topic. In July, we'll be diving into Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Accessibility. What is your organization's strategy around DEI? How are you involving others? What is your education strategy? How are you measuring your efforts? ....and any other questions you may have Please come and share what you're doing in your organization. Bring your questions and challenges, so you can learn from each other. All NWHPEC members are welcome. (No fee) Date: July 19th Time: 9-9:55am (Pacific) Venue: Zoom Audience: HR professionals, organizational leaders, DEI resource groups, individual contributors, and anyone curious about the topic. Registration link (members only)
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13Jun 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
Webinar: Creating a Lean Product & Process Development Ecosystem – July 12th

Webinar: Creating a Lean Product & Process Development Ecosystem – July 12th

Webinar
Pella Corporation started on a lean manufacturing journey in 1993, transforming into a world-class manufacturing organization. Recognizing that the development cycle locks-in much of the quality, delivery and cost potential of the product, over the last decade Pella has built a Lean Product and Process Development system that is delivering exceptional results and building culture. The Lean Enterprise Institute has been a key partner in coaching and supporting Pella in building a successful LPPD ecosystem. Come learn about key steps in a lean transformation journey and how to navigate the wins and struggles along the way.  With your engagement in this learning session, you will be able to:  Understand why lean process and product development create organizational value. Learn key LPPD social and technical tools that enable success. Understand and learn…
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05Jun 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
TWI Job Instruction – June 6-9th (Class is Full)

TWI Job Instruction – June 6-9th (Class is Full)

Application~, Classes, Developing People~, Intermediate~
Title: TWI Job Instruction (JI) Training Description: This four-day (1/2 days) hands-on class teaches the process for creating effective Job Instructions.  Participants will learn this four-step method using a part or process they bring to the class.  They will walk away with a complete Job Instruction breakdown sheet for the part/process of their choice. Date: June 6-9, 2023 Time: 8am – noon (Session is full, contact [email protected] to be added to the waitlist for our next class) Location: Skutt Ceramics; 6441 SE Johnson Creek Blvd, Portland, OR 97206 Cost:  $450 per person Overview: The Training Within Industry (TWI) programs were developed in the United States sixty years ago and played a major role in boosting industrial production to the levels required to win the Second World War. After the war, they…
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02May 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
Executive Keynote: How We Win w/Billy Taylor – May 24th

Executive Keynote: How We Win w/Billy Taylor – May 24th

Developing People~, Events, Leadership~
https://youtu.be/Qv7lw_gLAxE This highly actionable virtual keynote details How to Win using a tried-and-true process. Billy details the strategies, mindsets, and processes proven to convert strategy into results, disconnected operations into an aligned enterprise, and a lack of trust into a high-performing, self-sustaining culture of ownership. In this keynote, we will explore how to achieve success in any organization by implementing three key principles: Deliberate Clarity, Deliberate Ownership, and Deliberate Practice. By linking these principles with the development of a high-performance, self-sustaining culture, organizations can achieve sustainable growth and success in their respective industries.   This presentation is ideal for leaders and teams who are: Lacking clarity on how to define, align, or execute the strategies that will build trust and deliver sustainable results Failing to meet their performance or production goals and don’t…
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28Apr 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
Book Club: Measures of Success – May/June

Book Club: Measures of Success – May/June

Book Club, Solving Problems~
Members only - Wednesdays, May 17th - June 14th (11:30am-12:15pm Pacific Time) Join our Spring Book Club. We'll be reading Measures of Success - React Less, Lead Better, Improve More, by Mark Graban. Our book clubs are a fun, casual way to read and discuss a book. The group will provide some great perspectives and insights along the way. Are you tired of constantly reacting to every little change in your organization's metrics? Are you overwhelmed by the sheer amount of data you have to sift through, wondering which metrics are truly meaningful and which are just noise? If so, this is the book for you. This book offers a practical guide to managing your organization's metrics in a more effective and sustainable way. With vivid stories and clear examples…
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24Apr 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
Benchmarking Tour: Warne Scope Mounts – Cobots – May 10th (Full)

Benchmarking Tour: Warne Scope Mounts – Cobots – May 10th (Full)

Application~, Developing People~, Learning Tours
Our integrated factory – utilizing cobots to stabilize our work and workforce Tour Summary While getting a view of the overall manufacturing process for Warne’s product, scope mounts, you’ll learn how they overcame the challenge of labor shortages and found a win-win solution that helped improve employee utilization and skillsets through the implementation of cobots.. Workers are now able to shift from repetitive tasks to creative, solution-oriented tasks. This created a new form of collaboration among their workforce. Join us to learn the challenge they were facing, the solutions they considered, and how they successfully integrated cobots into their manufacturing processes. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn more about cobots from their automation supplier, Olympus Controls (a NWHPEC member). Intended audience: Manufacturing Engineers, Manufacturing Managers, and others who are wanting to…
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12Apr 2023 by Jennifer Ayers
3H Teamwork – May 16th & 31st (CANCELLED)

3H Teamwork – May 16th & 31st (CANCELLED)

Application~, Beginner~, Classes, Developing People~
Back by popular demand, the 3H Teamwork class is a mini, team member focused version of our well known 3H Leadership class.  This 2-session series focuses on: Personal Responsibility Personal Communications Constructive Confrontation Title: 3H Teamwork – Engaging your Heart, Head, and HandsFacilitator: Kari Penca Course Description:Lean organizations strive to continuously improve quality, lead-time and cost performance by harnessing the natural problem-solving creativity of all employees on a daily basis. This focus on problem-solving capability naturally emphasizes the importance of engaging employees critical thinking skills – their “heads”. Tapping the full potential of their creativity, however, also relies on engaging their human need to contribute and be creative – their “hearts”.  3H Teamwork is a series of two focused sessions for individual team members.  These two sessions explore the building blocks for…
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