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January 2005 Edition |
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Classes Principles of Lean Manufacturing: Basic introduction to lean manufacturing. Learn how to reduce non-value added activity in the workplace. Ankeny Campus Select from these dates: Jan. 24, Feb. 14 or March 3. Cost: $200.00
Contact Gene Lesch at 515-965-7349 or gllesch@dmacc.edu for more information about the above Lean class
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DMACC Business Resources (DBR) to Hold Safety Conference and Workshops
On Monday, January 24th, DBR will be hosting a safety conference for contractors at the DMACC Ankeny Campus. Subjects covered include: electrical safety, OSHA 10-hour construction, confined space, trenching and excavation, environmental assistance for contractors and the regulations for hiring a teenager. The cost of the program is only $100 per person for a full-day or $50 for a half-day. Individuals interested in attending the conference need to register by January 21st by contacting Marlyn at 515-964-6622 or mdoering@dmacc.edu More information about the conference can be found at http://www.dmacc.edu/dbr/01242004safetyconference.pdf DBR Offers New Training on Leadership Starting in January, DBR will be offering a new leadership series covering everything from the role of the first-line leader to how to manage projects. This exciting new series covers the major skills needed to lead and manage a work group and provides middle managers, supervisors and team leaders the fundamental leadership skills required in today’s world. This 11-module program uses contemporary learning approaches like interactive media, discovery learning, personal application, skill practice, and individual action planning. Leadership Foundations Series equips supervisors and middle managers with basic supervisory skills, while building leadership competencies. The series includes: The Role of the First-Line Leader ..........................................1 Day Leadership, Style and Versatility ...............................................1 Day Conflict, Communication and Negotiations .........................1 Day Time Management & Business Communications Today.....1 Day Impact Staffing..............................................................................1/2 Day Employee Orientation and On-the-Job Training ..................1/2 Day Employee Performance Management and Coaching ..........1 Day Building Effective Teams .............................................................1/2 Day Creativity and Innovation..........................................................1/2 Day Problem Solving and Risk-Smart Decision Making .............1 Day Project Management...................................................................1 Day For more information contact Bonnie Slykhuis at 515-965-7011 or blslykhuis@dmacc.edu or open the link http://www.dmacc.edu/dbr/supervisoryleadershipservices.asp Registration deadline is January 10th. Cost is $2,800.00 per person. DBR Training Consultant Finds Home in Pappajohn Center
In Contact Cathy at caspenceri@dmacc.edu to learn more about how DMACC Business Resources can help your organization. DBR Helps Companies Through Waste Exchange Program
Matt Nieswender from Barker Lemar & Associates of Des Moines called Dennis Hayworth of DMACC asking about outlets for used office furniture. Barker Lemar had moved recently into a new office in West Des Moines. They had 5 desks, cubicle storage shelves, tables and wastebaskets, they did not want to throw away or move to another location. They had tried some of the local office supply stores with no success. Dennis listed these items as available in the Iowa Waste Exchange database and promised to search for possible outlets. While he was working on the material, a new client company of DMACC named Hilhouse Custom Manufacturing from Knoxville, a manufacturer of custom fitted bed sheets of all types, was discussing expansion needs. One of their needs happened to be cheap office furniture. The bell went off for Dennis and the referral was made between Hilhouse Custom Manufacturing and Barker Lemar & Associates. With a little sweat equity Hilhouse acquired some office furniture for reuse at very little cost. Barker Lemar & Associates was able to save $70 in disposal cost, plus additional hauling cost. They also were able to turn over their building to the landlord, saving rental costs. Companies interested in the Iowa Waste Exchange can contact Dennis Hayworth at dahayworth@dmacc.edu or 515-964-6346. Featured Employee
Call Jim to find out how DBR can help your manufacturing process be more efficient.
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an effort to continually improve DMACC's relationships with area
businesses, Cathy Spenceri will be locating her office in the Pappajohn
Entrepreneurial Center located in downtown Des Moines. Cathy will be
meeting with companies in the downtown area to explore opportunities
between the college and local businesses.
Jim
(James R.) Hendrian - Manufacturing/ Quality Management Specialist