Posted by Rachel Miller Toyota Kata–a structured approach for creating a culture of continuous learning and improvement–had its beginnings in manufacturing. The word Toyota refers to the Japanese carmaker’s renowned production system methods and tools. A Kata is a routine practiced so its pattern becomes a […]
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Training Within Industry (TWI) Part 3: Scientific Thinking Enables Innovation and Teamwork
Training Within Industry (TWI) Part 2: Helping Supervisors Solve Workplace People Problems
Posted by Rachel Miller The pressure on today’s workforce is considerable. COVID-19 has introduced new challenges. There are new rules about social distancing and personal protective equipment (PPE) gear. Workers may be dealing with changes to equipment and floor plan layouts […]
Training Within Industry (TWI) Part 1: Practice Makes Perfect with On-the-Job Training
Posted by Rachel Miller Even before COVID-19, manufacturers were facing challenges on several fronts relative to hiring and retaining a high-performing workforce. In addition to the easily observed factors – lack of a qualified applicant pool, turnover and absenteeism, and under-performing […]
Frontline Leader Skill Development / Training Within Industry (TWI)
Leverages the role of front-line leaders by providing the skills needed to succeed. Standardizes Work Reduces Training Time Increases Productivity & Quality Improves Morale Ensures Worker Safety Solves Problems Training Within Industry, TWI, is a dynamic program of hands-on learning […]
Jerry Thiltgen
Adviser Operational Excellence, Lean & QRM Certified 608.770.9012 | [email protected] Jerry brings over 25 years in progressive roles of responsibility from front line Supervisor to Plant Manager. Skill Set Operations Management Enterprise Business Systems Lean Project Facilitation, Consulting and Training […]
