Topic(s)
- People-centric leadership
Overview
One of the largest lean studies conducted has concluded that kaizen participation is the most influential factor in developing a culture of continuous improvement. Learn how The Raymond Corporation has approached and embraced the simple yet challenging concept of kaizen. Additionally, hear about further cultural drivers and their impact on the associates’ daily work. See how Raymond has adapted the lean principles initially conceived and honed for manufacturing and warehouse facilities to their corporate office environment.
The Raymond Corporation has developed best practices through the Raymond Lean Management (RLM) based on the world-renowned Toyota Production System (TPS). This program has engaged and empowered corporate employees to implement lean management concepts in their day-to-day work activities.
Key learning objectives
- Kaizen
- Problem-solving
- Human Resource Development (HRD)
- Standa
Company
The Raymond Corporation, a Toyota Industries Company, is a leading global provider of best-in-class material handling products and intelligent intralogistics solutions. Built on principles of innovation and continuous improvement for over 100 years, Raymond’s integrated automation, telematics, virtual reality and advanced energy solutions provide ways to optimize operations and bring warehouse and distribution operations to a new level of performance.
Raymond® electric forklift trucks are engineered to achieve increased productivity and efficiency and are designed to provide ecological and economic benefits. In partnership with Toyota Advanced Logistics Solutions, Raymond delivers solutions to material handling and logistics markets in North America and globally. Raymond’s products have been recognized by national and international organizations, including the Edison Innovation Awards, Food Logistics Green Providers and the International Forklift of the Year awards. www.raymondcorp.com
Presenter
Justin Sturek is a continuous improvement manager at The Raymond Corporation for the corporate office. He is responsible for developing a culture of continuous improvement across 35 teams and 800+ associates. Sturek joined Raymond in 2013 and has 16 years of experience in continuous improvement initiatives. Before joining Raymond, he worked as a supervisor for Amphenol Aerospace, an electronic connector manufacturer located in Sidney, New York, and a lean leader and industrial engineer for six years at Endicott Interconnect, a leading printed circuit board manufacturer.
Sturek holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Binghamton University. In 2012, he received an executive master’s degree in business administration from the Binghamton University School of Management. Sturek also earned a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification in 2017. He was recognized as one of the 2018 Engineering Leaders Under 40 by Plant Engineering. Currently, he is a board member for the Association of Manufacturing Excellence (AME) Mid-Atlantic region, serving more than three years. 
