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Lean Manager GrafTech International Holdings Inc. is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of carbon and graphite products for industrial applications in a diverse array of industries. We operate 11 state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities strategically located on four continents with our corporate headquarters located in Cleveland (Parma), OH. GrafTech has an opening for a Lean Manager. The principal responsibility for this position is to drive continuous improvement through a strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques at our St. Marys, PA facility. ...
Lean Culture Assessment The spider diagram below is the results of KCOE’s Lean Culture Assessment from a company we have been working with since the second quarter of 2009. After implementation and initial alignment of the steering committee, implementation of the balanced scorecard, problem solving I, 5S, suggestion system, and safety system, the scores have changed a bit. Within the next several months we will be performing the second Lean Culture Assessment of the organization. We will share with you the results on our blog and client testimonial page. Interested in KCOE’s...
Date: 24 Jan, 2011
Posted by: Steven Leuschel in: Coaching Stories | Leadership | Operational Excellence
Master Plan Example I am in the process of transferring a pencil/paper master plan to an Excel sheet. It’s easy to read so I am sharing a screen shot with those interested. Send us a message if you’re interested in learning more about master planning within the KCOE System of Operational Excellence. Enjoy! Master Plan Example
Balanced Scorecard Example Definition Balanced Scorecard: Most businesses have a set of metrics that they follow periodically. The balanced scorecard forces the Operational Excellence Steering Committee (SC) to determine 10–15 key metrics only that drive the business. These metrics are found by determining goals and objectives in the five priority areas (safety, quality, productivity, human development and cost). General balanced scorecard example metrics can be seen below. The BSC planning process involves setting targets for these objectives (expressed as metrics) for the next five...
The following is a Production Manager opening at Fibrek, Fairmont Division. Information Title: Production Manager Report to: Mill Manager Department: Operations Date: October 25, 2010 Purpose Directs and coordinates activities within Operations in order to meet production schedules, quality, and cost objectives and achieve company’s vision. Determines requirements for material, equipment, and manpower resources. Responsibilities Supervises mill operations employees in each area of responsibility and support staff. Establishes specific...
Operational Excellence Acronyms | KCOE Operational Excellence Acronyms About KCOE | Operational Excellence Acronyms The Kennametal Center for Operational Excellence (KCOE) is a team of expert coaches who, through their own practical experiences and studies, are uniquely qualified to provide high quality, results-driven training and coaching in Operational Excellence (OE). During the course of our training and coaching session the “OE Faithful” begin to know, understand, and use certain operational excellence acronyms. If you’re new to an event it may be helpful to read...
World Class Alignment | Deep Learning Forum World Class Alignment Described Common targets, valid for everybody, are fixed together. Personal and common targets harmonize. All targets are quantified and are adapted to the changing environment completely. The whole company agrees on the targets one or two times per year and orients measured plans accordingly. Core strategies, measures, targets, and plans are written down and visualized on the spot. All employees have an extensive look on the status and change on how they can contribute to the efficiency. Necessary data is no longer...
About Lean 101 Airplane Exercise at Saint Vincent College Lean 101: Introduction to Lean Manufacturing and Healthcare. This is a two-day event that introduces and trains attendees on topics such as kanban, one-piece-flow, problem solving, andon, and pull systems. KCOE utilizes the Lean 101 Airplane Exercise to help facilitate learning. By the end of the two days, attendees should have a broad understanding of lean concepts and definitions. Attendees should leave with an “eye for improvement” and be able to identify the difference between waste and value, along with their new understanding...
5S Workshop, April 20, 2011 5S+1 Agenda Time | Action Item 0830 | Welcome 0845 | Car Exercise 1015 | 5S+1 Training 1115 | Build a Car Exercise using 5S 1200 | Lunch 1245 | Create a daily end of shift restoration list 1315 | Create a 5S Audit 1345 | Perform the audit and checklists 1400 | Intro to balanced scorecard 1430 | Where 5S fits in the balanced scorecard and the KCOE System 1500 | KCOE Institute Members share 5S+1 stories 1600 | Adjourn