Manufacturers Alliance

Want to improve your Kaizen events? Start with these five essentials: ? Leadership Buy-In: Without top-down support, improvements won’t last. ? Pre-Planning Matters: Gather data, map processes, and define goals before you start. ? Stakeholder Involvement: Engage the right people across departments to ensure alignment. ? Sustainment Strategies: Standard work and follow-ups prevent backsliding. ? Realistic Expectations: Kaizen isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about continuous improvement. For more on this topic, listen to this week's podcast episode featuring Robert Dewane?from Trane Technologies?on Keys to a Successful Kaizen Event. #kaizen #kaizenevents #continuousimprovement #manufacturing

Manufacturers, join Kirby Sneen on May 1st at Manufacturers Connect!

Kaizen events can drive real, lasting improvements—but have you struggled to successfully implement those improvements?? ?In today’s episode of the How Manufacturers Improve Podcast, Kirby Sneen sits down with Robert Dewane, Sr. OpEx Change Agent at Trane Technologies, to break down the keys to Kaizen success. In this episode, you’ll learn how leadership buy-in is essential, pre-planning is just as critical as execution, and involving the right stakeholders ensures smoother implementation. Robert also shares insightful sustainment strategies that make the difference between short-term fixes and lasting impact. If you want your Kaizen events to deliver real results, this conversation is for you. Listen now! (click the link in the comments). #kaizen #kaizenevents #manufacturing #improvement

Please welcome Kim Motzko from MAS HVAC to the HR Management Peer Group where members discuss recruitment, benefits/compensation, and sharing best practices between peers!

Give your team the experience of Six Sigma Training without the complicated statistics. Our Professional Yellow Belt Certification delivers practical, on-demand training that fits into busy schedules—so operators can build problem-solving skills at a pace that works for them. The first cohort of the year kicks off in two days! Enjoy the flexibility of on-demand learning with the added benefits of a structured kickoff, deadlines, and peer accountability. Ready to get started? Click the link in the comments.? #Lean #SixSigma #YellowBelt #ManufacturingLeadership #ContinuousImprovement

Please welcome everyone at Rainbow Seating LLC as the newest member of the Manufacturers Alliance. Members learn from Digital Courses, Webinars, Workshops and more how to improve processes and develop cohesive teams!

Every manufacturing workforce is unique, which makes finding the right training a challenge. Our Custom Training brings Lean, Six Sigma, leadership development, and problem-solving workshops and certifications directly to your facility—tailored to your challenges, goals, and team dynamics. Here's what you get: ?? Hands-on learning with real-world applications ?? Flexible scheduling to fit production demands ?? Content customized to your company’s needs Invest in training that drives real results. Let’s build a plan that works for your team. Learn more by clicking the link in the comments. #ManufacturingLeadership #CustomTraining #Lean #ContinuousImprovement #WorkforceDevelopment

Please welcome Troy Martineau from Wilson Tool International to the Safety Management Peer Group where members discuss 5S engagement, building a safety culture, and sharing best practices between peers!

Thank you to John Hacker?from Design Ready Controls?and Jonathan "Jack" Nelson?from Foam Industries? for sharing their experiences and insights on AI in today's webinar. If you missed the webinar, you can access it in our on-demand video library (linked in comments).?? Don’t wait to adapt—watch this webinar to stay ahead of the curve and ensure your team is ready for the AI-driven future.? #ai #aiinmanufacturing #manufacturing

Are you a safety leader looking for practical strategies to manage incidents, gain leadership buy-in, and build a stronger safety culture? Join the Safety Management Peer Group—a community where manufacturing leaders come together to exchange ideas, tackle current challenges, and share best practices. Gain a trusted sounding board for your ideas, ask tough questions in a confidential setting, and walk away with actionable insights to strengthen safety in your organization. ?? Request to visit—link in the comments! Here’s what members are saying:? “Manufacturing facilities can look vastly different, but when touring facilities with the safety peer group, you start to see the commonalities and learn from your peers on how to spot the hazards that may be lurking in your own facility. I have grown professionally, but more important, our facility is safer for all our employees because of my membership in the peer group.”?? Jim Miotke,? Sr. Safety Engineer, Intek Plastics? “The value of the information brought to every peer group meeting has been priceless. Connecting with peers that are going through similar challenges and talking to experienced EHS leaders has given me countless ideas and solutions.” DUANE JASCO, Director of EHS & Facilities, Satellite Industries #ManufacturingSafety #SafetyLeadership #ContinuousImprovement #PeerGroups