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SUMMARY:ACCELERATE OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Shop Floor Success Series - Belvidere
DESCRIPTION:Focusing on continuous improvement transforms wasted time and hidden costs into real capacity\, faster throughput\, and lasting margin improvement using the people you already have. Frontline leadership is where those gains are realized. This series is a six-week hands-on program that equips supervisors to solve problems faster\, lead with confidence\, and deliver measurable results on the shop floor starting day one. \nWhy Invest in Your Frontline Leaders Now \nCompanies that develop their frontline leaders see measurable results: \n\n5-10% higher profits and engagement by empowering teams\n17% more productive teams and 25% lower turnover\n28% improvement in productivity and operational health where talent is prioritized\nFewer errors\, less downtime\, and faster problem solving\nStronger workforce stability for safer\, more consistent operations\n\nWhat Leaders Will Gain \n\nThe confidence to make fast\, effective decisions on the shop floor\nPractical skills to streamline operations and eliminate waste\nTools to engage teams in continuous improvement and drive results\nThe ability to implement lasting improvements in efficiency\, quality\, and safety\n\nDates: \n\nMay 5 – 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nMay 12 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nMay 19 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nMay 26 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nJune 2 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nJune  9 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\nSession 1: Lean Overview Workshop: Introduction to Lean Principles \nGet a hands-on introduction to Lean Manufacturing principles and apply them in a simulated production environment prior to implementing change in the workplace. You will see firsthand how value stream mapping\, standardized work\, and visual controls improve workflow\, quality\, and team performance. \nSession 2: Streamline and Standardize: 5S and Standard Work in Action \nLearn how 5S and standard work help create a safe\, organized\, and high-performing shop floor. You will specifically explore how to document processes\, reduce variation\, and build stable operations that support safety\, quality\, and continuous improvement. \nSession 3: Lead with Impact: Leader Standard Work and Focused Gemba Walks  \nTake daily presence\, coaching\, and focused Gemba walks beyond the routine to drive accountability\, boost communication\, and solve problems as they happen. \nSession 4: Make Daily Management Work: Engaging Teams for Results \nStrengthen your ability to keep production running smoothly\, catch problems early\, and make improvements stick while learning to engage your team\, strengthen accountability\, and build a results-focused work environment. \nSession 5: Solve it Like a Pro: Structured Problem Solving using the A3 Approach \nLearn to take a structured approach to tackling problems\, from small issues to complex challenges\, with a focus on areas such as quality\, downtime\, and team culture. \nSession 6: Align Lean with Change Management and Automation \nLearn how to effectively guide your team through change\, adopt new processes smoothly\, and understand how technology fits into these efforts to make operations more effective. \nWhy it Matters: \nInvesting in frontline leadership development drives operational performance. When teams are empowered\, aligned\, and skilled in proactive problem solving\, your organization benefits from: \n\nFaster throughput and smoother operations\nFewer errors and operational defects\nLower costs across production and processes\nA stronger culture of accountability and continuous improvement\n\nYour Competitive Advantage: \nThis program delivers more than skills. It delivers results. Frontline leaders drive operational excellence\, improving efficiency\, reducing waste\, and strengthening your competitive edge. Investing in them pays off with measurable impact week after week. \nDon’t wait to empower your team. Register today for the Shop Floor Success Series and start seeing stronger results on your shop floor. \n\nCost: $1615.00 per participant  \nUpon successful completion of the program\, participants will receive a certificate of completion. \nCancellations made within seven (7) days of the program start date\, or failure to inform IMEC of cancellation may result in up to 50% of the invoiced attendance fee. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder*
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/accelerate-operational-excellence-shop-floor-success-series-belvidere/
LOCATION:Rock Valley College Advanced Technology Center (ATC)\, 1400 Big Thunder Blvd\, Belvidere\, IL\, 61008
CATEGORIES:In-Person Events
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SUMMARY:ACCELERATE OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Shop Floor Success Series - Quad Cities
DESCRIPTION:*Final Location Coming Soon* \nFocusing on continuous improvement transforms wasted time and hidden costs into real capacity\, faster throughput\, and lasting margin improvement using the people you already have. Frontline leadership is where those gains are realized. This series is a six-week hands-on program that equips supervisors to solve problems faster\, lead with confidence\, and deliver measurable results on the shop floor starting day one. \nWhy Invest in Your Frontline Leaders Now \nCompanies that develop their frontline leaders see measurable results: \n\n5-10% higher profits and engagement by empowering teams\n17% more productive teams and 25% lower turnover\n28% improvement in productivity and operational health where talent is prioritized\nFewer errors\, less downtime\, and faster problem solving\nStronger workforce stability for safer\, more consistent operations\n\nWhat Leaders Will Gain \n\nThe confidence to make fast\, effective decisions on the shop floor\nPractical skills to streamline operations and eliminate waste\nTools to engage teams in continuous improvement and drive results\nThe ability to implement lasting improvements in efficiency\, quality\, and safety\n\nDates: \n\nAugust 6 – 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nAugust 13 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nAugust 20 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nAugust 27- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nSeptember 3 – 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\nSeptember 10  8:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\nSession 1: Lean Overview Workshop: Introduction to Lean Principles \nGet a hands-on introduction to Lean Manufacturing principles and apply them in a simulated production environment prior to implementing change in the workplace. You will see firsthand how value stream mapping\, standardized work\, and visual controls improve workflow\, quality\, and team performance. \nSession 2: Streamline and Standardize: 5S and Standard Work in Action \nLearn how 5S and standard work help create a safe\, organized\, and high-performing shop floor. You will specifically explore how to document processes\, reduce variation\, and build stable operations that support safety\, quality\, and continuous improvement. \nSession 3: Lead with Impact: Leader Standard Work and Focused Gemba Walks  \nTake daily presence\, coaching\, and focused Gemba walks beyond the routine to drive accountability\, boost communication\, and solve problems as they happen. \nSession 4: Make Daily Management Work: Engaging Teams for Results \nStrengthen your ability to keep production running smoothly\, catch problems early\, and make improvements stick while learning to engage your team\, strengthen accountability\, and build a results-focused work environment. \nSession 5: Solve it Like a Pro: Structured Problem Solving using the A3 Approach \nLearn to take a structured approach to tackling problems\, from small issues to complex challenges\, with a focus on areas such as quality\, downtime\, and team culture. \nSession 6: Align Lean with Change Management and Automation \nLearn how to effectively guide your team through change\, adopt new processes smoothly\, and understand how technology fits into these efforts to make operations more effective. \nWhy it Matters: \nInvesting in frontline leadership development drives operational performance. When teams are empowered\, aligned\, and skilled in proactive problem solving\, your organization benefits from: \n\nFaster throughput and smoother operations\nFewer errors and operational defects\nLower costs across production and processes\nA stronger culture of accountability and continuous improvement\n\nYour Competitive Advantage: \nThis program delivers more than skills. It delivers results. Frontline leaders drive operational excellence\, improving efficiency\, reducing waste\, and strengthening your competitive edge. Investing in them pays off with measurable impact week after week. \nDon’t wait to empower your team. Register today for the Shop Floor Success Series and start seeing stronger results on your shop floor. \n\nCost: $1615.00 per participant  \nUpon successful completion of the program\, participants will receive a certificate of completion. \nCancellations made within seven (7) days of the program start date\, or failure to inform IMEC of cancellation may result in up to 50% of the invoiced attendance fee. \n*Upon registration\, you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive it\, please check your spam or junk folder*
URL:https://www.imec.org/event/accelerate-operational-excellence-shop-floor-success-series-quad-cities/
LOCATION:Quad Cities – TBD\, Quad Cities\, IL
CATEGORIES:In-Person Events
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