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Upcoming 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: Sept 17
Ankeny Campus Cost: $250.00
Contact Dennis Hayworth at 515-964-6346 or dahayworth@dmacc.edu for more information about the above Lean Manufacturing classes _______________________
Supervision Basics for Leaders September 24, 2008 DMACC in Ankeny Building 18, Room 1 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $175,
lunch is provided. For more information, contact Dennis Hayworth at or 515-964-6346. _______________________ workplacelean® PILLARS: An 8-hour simulation of office processes and information flow using structured change to identify and eliminate waste. The emphasis is on learning to use Lean tools and team work to solve problems and make improvements. Ankeny Campus $285/person Contact Dennis Hayworth at 515-964-6346 or dahayworth@dmacc.edu for more information about the above Lean classes _______________________
Continuing Education Introduces 2008 Fall Schedule
To download the new 2008 Fall Schedule, click here.
_______________________ Safety Training8-hour National Electric Code
Update 30-hour General Industry
Standard Class 30-hour Construction Standards Class
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Visionary Leadership Today Building Master Mold Makers For Tomorrow Accumold® - World Leaders in Micro-Mold® Manufacturing Solutions and DMACC partner in Talent Development. Rob Denson, President of the Des Moines Area Community College and Roger Hargens, President and CEO of Accumold envisioned together a way to grow Iowa’s future Master Mold. By maximizing the Grow Iowa 260 Fund they created a scholarship program which provides funds for new Accumold employees to obtain their two year Tool & Die Associate of Applied Science Degree while working at Accumold part time. Over the past three years, eleven scholarships have been granted to cover the tuition for technical courses in the Associate of Applied Science program. The student’s classroom learning is put to immediate use at the plant in Ankeny, Iowa. This vantage point gives the students the benefit of an apprentice type experience while obtaining state of the art training in tool and die making. The outcome is a win/win for the employee and Accumold. The Accumold Scholarship program is a model signed off by the Governor for businesses across Iowa to grow new and current talent in their companies. “Our scholars bring more than their talent to Accumold. This blend of Community College education, along with the opportunity for students to work in production and see the best molds at work creates future mold makers who focus on creating a balance between Tool and Die capability with Production parameters. This makes for the perfect match of value for our customers around the world" explained Roger Hargens. Students with a love of mechanical challenges, building and tearing apart things with their hands, good math skills and the ability to work well with others are candidates for the program. Accumold Scholars work approximately 10 to 15 hours a week during the school year. Once their education is complete they move to a full time position with Accumold. A master mold maker can expect to earn up to $85,000 annually at the top of their career. “In the classroom we see Accumold Scholars bringing real life issues to their peers. This helps other students stay on track and focus on their future. Accumold’s proactive approach to developing talent is a clear advantage,” commented John Neumayer, Program Chairperson, and DMACC Tool & Die. Maureen Sharp said, “As the Human Resource Manager at Accumold I have seen multiple benefits from this program. It is a big plus to students coming out of High School looking for a career and a company which will utilize and develop their talents. In addition to the value that this program is bringing our scholars we have experienced an unexpected side benefit. Our Scholars recommend Accumold to their classmates that are looking for jobs.” The implementation of the Grow Iowa Fund has been instrumental in helping businesses to increase the talent of current and future team members. “At DMACC we are focused on Talent Development and connecting that talent with our Iowa businesses for the benefit of both the student and the company. The Accumold Scholarship program is an excellent example of how business, government and education can work together to bring real value to the state through collaboration.” Rob Denson Accumold® is a high-tech manufacturer of precision micro, small and lead frame injection molded plastic components. Utilizing processes developed from their Micro-Mold® technology, they design, build and produce unique molds and parts efficiently for world-wide markets that include Micro Electronics, Automotive, Fiber/Optics, Medical, and Military/Aerospace Applications. They specializes in complex, precise injection molded thermoplastic parts that require perfect detail. They produce components that range in size from .005” to 3” with tolerances to .00004”. Their customers require an uncompromising attention to detail, extremely high quality, low production costs, and speed-to-market services “Life’s Calling™” as we say at DMACC. For more information or to set up a Technical Education Scholarship for your company contact Larry Grubisich at 515 965-7064 or via email at lsgrubisich@dmacc.edu LEAN Conference Planned for October 8, 2008 If you are a manufacturer plan to attend the Productivity Improvement Conference on October 8 in Newton, Ia. This conference will bring together resources from DMACC, ISU and Iowa manufacturers who are experiencing the benefits of LEAN. A very informative agenda will be offered to address the interests of companies who are just now considering LEAN implementation as well as for those organizations who are well along in their LEAN journey. Watch for details or check out our website http://dbr.dmacc.edu
DBR to Host No cost Lunch And Learn Seminars DBR will offer the following no-cost, informative Lunch and Learn seminars in 2008. Plans are to offer these in September, October and November. Check our web page www.dmacc.edu/dbr/ for more information. Safety and OSHA updates will discuss recent changes to OSHA Standards and provide insight into how to implement a culture of safety throughout your organization. Organizations that are working to make safety a component of their culture report significant reduction in all injuries, reduced insurance claims and reduced costs for insurance. The next Lunch and Learn safety seminar will be held August 27 on the Ankeny Campus. Contact Anne Wolfinger awolfinger@dmacc.edu for details or go to the DBR Web page www.dmacc.edu/dbr/ for more details. Management & Supervisor Skills Lunch and Learn seminars will be held in 2008. These no-cost, interactive workshops will use examples from several training options to show those attending these seminars the type of interactive learning that occurs during the training. The next seminar will be held October 1 at the Ankeny Campus. For more information, contact Karen Stiles kastiles@dmacc.edu or visit our web page www.dmacc.edu/dbr/ for more details. Triangle of Leadership A lot of people are supervisors. Many people are managers. But only a few are Leaders. What makes the difference? How they interact with people and implement change. This three workshop series will help you develop skills essential to being a leader and a better supervisor. Save 10% when you register for all three classes. Total cost is $357 for the Triangle. For more information contact Sheri Reynolds at (515) 965-7322 DBR Welcomes New Quality Management Specialist
Grace Swanson, CPIM has joined the Business Resource team as the Quality Management Specialist. Grace will be focusing on LEAN training and implementation programs. She comes to DMACC with over 27 years of industry experience. Her LEAN journey began in 1980 when she led the LEAN conversion efforts at Tellabs, Inc a telecom equipment manufacturer in Naperville, Illinois. She continued implementing LEAN programs throughout her 23 years at Tellabs as Director of Manufacturing, Director of New Business Development and Director of Customer Services and Installation. In addition to her LEAN background, Grace has taught many classes in a wide variety of subjects such as IS0 9000, Wilson Learning's Creating High Performance Teams, Zenger-Miller's Front Line Leadership, Action Management's Problem Solving and Decision Making, and HP's Total Quality Commitment. After relocating to Ames, Iowa, Grace began work at Pella Windows and Doors in Story City for 4 years before joining the DMACC team. Contact Grace for more information on LEAN programs for business. glswanson@dmacc.edu |
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