9.11.2008
Lean 101
Lean 101 is a day-long, interactive, experiential workshop where you will observe the power of the principles of Lean Manufacturing to revolutionize your own shop-floor operations. For additional information and to register, please click here.
Fall 2008 Session Begins: 9.18.08
Lean Facilitator & Trainer Certification
The CONNSTEP Lean facilitator and trainer certification program uses a combination of classroom training and group exercises in a team-based environment providing the materials needed to develop the facilitator skill set. It is designed to provide participants with an understanding of what to do to successfully manage a team event and how to most effectively create a robust environment for innovation. For complete course information and on-line registration, please click here.
Fall 2008 Session begins: 9.23.2008
Continuous Improvement Champion Certification: CICC Program
During this comprehensive, 11-week course, you will learn how and where to start your Lean journey. Through a combination of classroom training, interactive simulation activities and the completion of a mentored, real-time project within your company, the CICC program provides the knowledge and experience for you to understand and take part in Lean transformation within your organization. For complete course information and on-line registration, please click here.
9.24.2008
CONNSTEP Wednesday Webcast
Join CONNSTEP for lunch! Each month, CONNSTEP will host industry experts for free, informational webcasts on topics such as Lean Manufacturing, leadership, Clean Manufacturing, culture and change management, performance measurement and strategic management. There is no cost to attend and all webcasts begin at noon. For a schedule of topics and to register, please click here.
10.2.2008 & 10.3.2008
Lean Office
This two-day interactive workshop provides a comprehensive overview of the Lean tools and methodologies and their application in office and service industry applications. Lean practices can be applied immediately - return to work with a firm understanding of the power of Lean Office and how to begin the implementation process.
10.16.2008
Connecticut Manufacturing Coalition: Manufacturing Operations Roundtable
The Connecticut Manufacturing Coalition has organized a Manufacturing Operations Roundtable, held on the second Thursday of each month, providing opportunities for manufacturers to network and share best practices on topics important to the operations within their organizations. Share successes, find new solutions and meet others facing the same obstacles that you do on a daily basis.
The roundtables will balance a mix of plant tours, open group-directed conversations and guest speakers. If you are involved with manufacturing operations, take this opportunity to network with your peers, share your experiences with others and receive feedback on your challenges. For a seasonal schedule and to register, please click here.
10.23.2008
Cellular Manufacturing
Cellular Manufacturing is the linking of manual and machine operations into the most efficient combination of resources to maximize value-added content while minimizing waste. This full-day experiential workshop will provide participants with the principles and a working knowledge of Cellular Manufacturing to increase productivity, maximize value-added work and free-up floor space. For more information and to register, please click here.
11.13.08
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is the method of maximizing the productivity of equipment for its entire life cycle to extend the life span of the equipment. This full-day interactive workshop will be led by John Kravontka, President of Fuss & O'Neill Manufacturing Solutions, LLC and will be held in Windsor. For more information and to register, please click here.