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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Lean 101 Green Bay Wisconsin - January 14th Avail Switchgear, Oshkosh - January 21, 2026
Additional Upcoming Events:
Lean 101, Green Bay - January 14th, 2026
Avail Switchgear, Oshkosh - January 21, 2026
Nature's Way, Green Bay - March18th , 2026
Charter Steel, Saukville - April 1, 2026
More Dates for 2026 Coming on January 8th
For more information contact Dana
WIAMECONSORTIA@GMAIL.COM
Novonesis, Madison - April 23, 2026
Johnsonville, Sheboygan Falls - June 10th, 2026
Kaysun, Manitowoc - August 12th, 2026
Rockland Flooring, Rockland - October 6, 2026
Kwik Trip, La Crosse - October 7, 2026
More Dates 2026 Coming on January 8th
Lean 101: Foundation, Principles, and Practices
January 14, 2025,
GBP Clinic @ 809 Vanderbraak St, Green Bay, WI 54302
Instructor: Dana Presley
mobile # 920-838-4037
To register - email Dana at
WIAMEConsortia@gmail.com
This hands-on session is designed to equip you with practical Lean tools and insights you can apply immediately. Whether you're new to Lean or looking to refresh your understanding, this training will help you build a foundation for continuous improvement.
Get members in your organization to attend that aren't familiar with lean concepts. Get the word out!
What You’ll Learn
What Lean Is—and What It’s Not Understand Lean as a mindset, not just a toolset
Value-Add vs. Non-Value-Add Activities Learn to see your processes through the customer’s eyes
The 8 Wastes (DOWNTIME) Identify and eliminate inefficiencies across your operations
5S Workplace Organization Create a clean, safe, and efficient work environment
Process Mapping Basics Visualize your workflow and uncover improvement opportunities
Visual Management Use metrics and signals to drive accountability and clarity
Problem Solving Tools Apply 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and PDCA to real-world challenges
Agenda
9::00–9:15 AM – Arrival and security check- in
9:15–9:45 AM – Welcome & Objectives Icebreaker, training goals, participant expectations
9:45–10:15 AM – What Lean Is—and What It’s Not Clarify misconceptions, introduce Lean as a mindset and system
10:15–10:45 AM – Value-Add vs. Non-Value-Add Activities Define value from the customer’s perspective, group discussion
10:45–11:00 AM – Morning Break Refreshments and informal networking
11:00–12:00 AM – The 8 Wastes (DOWNTIME) Interactive activity: identify waste in a mock process
12:00–12:30 PM – Lunch Break Light refreshments and networking
12:30–1:00 PM – Process Mapping Basics Walk through a simple value stream map, hands-on sketching
1:00–1:30 PM – 5S Workplace Organization Overview of Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize,
1:30–1:45 PM – Afternoon Break Quick recharge
1:45–2:15 PM – Problem Solving Tools Apply 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and PDCA in breakout groups
2:15–2:30 PM – Wrap-Up & Action Planning Q&A, key takeaways, and next steps
Avail Switchgear Systems
Benchmarking Consortium Event
January 21, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
310 Progress Drive
Oshkosh, WI 54901
Host: Clayton Emons,
To register - email Dana at
WIAMEConsortia@gmail.com
AME Facilitator
Dana’s mobile # 920-838-4037
PPE Requirements:
Closed toe flat shoes & safety glasses
Avail Switchgear Systems in Oshkosh specializes in manufacturing high-quality electrical switchgear and related products for industrial and commercial applications. With a focus on reliability and safety, they provide innovative solutions that meet stringent industry standards. Avail Switchgear is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and supporting clients with tailored solutions to meet their specific electrical infrastructure needs.
This upcoming event will offer a behind-the-scenes look at Avail Switchgear’s journey of operational excellence. Attendees will gain insight into the company’s evolution, including its strategic focus on continuous improvement and leadership development. Key highlights will include the implementation of Leader Standard Work to drive accountability and consistency, The RAIL Management System as a framework for aligning daily operations with key project completion, and Value Stream Management initiatives that enhance cross-functional collaboration and customer value. Through real-world examples and team-led discussions, participants will leave with practical takeaways and inspiration to elevate their own improvement effort.
Agenda
8:45 a.m. Arrival, registration, and networking
9:00 Welcome – new members, current members, and guests
9:15 Avail Switchgear company overview
Continuous Improvement Projects
Leader Standard Work
RAIL Management /Meeting System
10:30 Plant Tour
11: 15 Small Group Activity- Tour Feeback- Positive approaches and improvement opportunities
12:00 pm. Lunch
12:45 Value Stream Mapping - Review of current activity and work across multiple plants
1:15 Small Group Activity- Kaizen event best practices for successful events
1:45 Roundtable discussion
* Member updates – Top 3 CI initiatives
* What’s new? What do you need help with?
2:45 AME Consortia business- news and upcoming events
3:00 Adjourn
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