Ortho Molecular Products is dedicated to manufacturing and distributing high-quality nutraceuticals and dietary supplements. With a strong commitment to rigorous scientific research and stringent quality control, the company focuses on delivering evidence-based products designed to support overall health and wellness. Their mission is to provide effective and reliable healthcare solutions to medical professionals and their patients.

At this event, Ortho Molecular will share insights into their ongoing journey of continuous improvement and showcase their latest advancements in manufacturing. Additionally, an MDI Update will highlight the progress made since last year, offering an opportunity for members to provide valuable feedback on their experiences with the process and its sustainment. The company looks forward to engaging in meaningful discussions and gaining fresh perspectives from attendees.

Agenda

8:45 a.m.     Arrival, registration, and networking

9:00            Welcome – new members, current members, and guests

9:15            Ortho Molecular Products company overview

                   Continuous Improvement Projects

                   ·        Manufacturing Improvement Project

             ·         Other TBD

1030          Tour of Manufacturing, Fulfillment, and Laboratory

12:00 pm   Lunch  

12:45         Problem Solving Discussion– Small Group Activity                         

1:15          Small Group Activity - Feedback Exercise

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

Charter Wire was founded in 1936 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Charter Wire has grown into a leading steel supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to various industries including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial, and Oil & Gas. With two facilities in Milwaukee, we are well positioned to support our customers with their steel cold rolling and forming manufacturing needs.

Charter Wire LLC is a member of the privately held Charter Manufacturing family of companies, with whom we are vertically integrated to provide best-in-class support, service, and turn-around times for our customers.  Charter Wire benefits from strong synergies in metallurgy, process control, and quality assurance - backed by a culture of continuous improvement and long-term customer partnerships.

Agenda

8:45 a.m.  Arrival, registration, and networking

9:00          Welcome – new members, current members, and guests

9:15          Charter Wire Overview

•      Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence Journey

•       Visual Management and 5S

• ·         Problem Solving

10:45         Charter Wire 81st Street Plant Tour

11:45          Q/A

12:00 p.m.  Lunch

12:30          Leader and Operator Standard Work

1:00            Small Group Discussion – Digital vs hand-written metrics and data visualization/tracking

1:30            Small Group Activity – Tour Feedback Exercise

2:00            Round Table 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 p.m.     Adjourn

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.

Their event will feature an overview of their company history and recent continuous improvement activities. Highlights will include Leader Standard Work, RAIL Management System, and Value Stream Management activities.

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