Join us May 11th for the fourth annual ARMA Golf Tournament at the beautiful Avery Ranch Course. Festivities kick off at 11:00am with registration, lunch, and then a shotgun start at 12:30pm. Several contests will provide ample opportunity for glory and prizes. Fun will be had by all. An award ceremony and dinner will follow.
Save the Date! May 10th, 2017 for the South Central Texas Manufacturing Trade Show & Conference.
This overview class provides a solid foundation of lean concepts. Participants begin by manufacturing various assemblies in a traditional manufacturing setting. The results of the first simulation round provide the setting for continuous improvement by applying the lean manufacturing principles. Participants will have the knowledge of understanding the 8 wastes in manufacturing. A mixture of lecture and hands-on simulations will teach lessons...
Join us Tuesday, April 25th for the ARMA Luncheon featuring Blake Hastings, Senior Vice President of the Dallas Federal Reserve, speaking on the economy in progress, as well as impacts to the region in the event of potential policy changes to current trade relationships. Blake presented a fantastic speech 3 years ago at an ARMA Luncheon and we are thrilled to have him back.
Learn to tie organizational goals to Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control project steps and practice applicable skills for the role of a process improvement team leader. This course is designed for existing Lean Six Sigma Green Belts who have completed a project and wish to upgrade to a Black Belt. If you have received your Green Belt training from another source, please contact the conference coordinator with your previous training...
The Austin Regional Manufacturers Association (ARMA) and the Texas Academy of Family Physicians (TAFP) announced they are joining forces to host a community leadership forum to reimagine health care and discuss how employers and physicians can work together to improve the quality of care while lowering costs. The forum will bring together a host of influential Austin employers interested in exploring
innovative ideas for offering...
The Supervisor Certification curriculum targets firstline supervisors at manufacturing facilities with a comprehensive overview of supervisory principles. With a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, job instruction, employee relations, problem solving, and effective communication, the course teaches students the interpersonal strategies to become a productive and respected supervisor.
The Department of Defense has allocated grant dollars to help defense suppliers (including subs) that have seen a decrease in defense related work find new opportunities. You would be eligible even if your business has increased production but specific defense contracts or sub work for defense contractors has decreased. The reason for the grant is to make sure potential suppliers develop new business to retain their capabilities.
Voltabox of Texas is hosting the February ARMA Lean Plant tour at their new facility in Leander on the 28th at 2pm for manufacturer members. This event is open for ARMA Manufacturer Members only.
Learn how to develop a long-term system of continuous improvement and align improvement efforts with your organization’s top priorities.This training is designed for business professionals experienced in Lean Six Sigma implementation who have a strong analytical background and are preparing for a career beyond being an improvement project leader. Prior Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training recommended.
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