Topic(s)
- Supplier development and procurement
- Safety & environmental health
Overview
Elements of 5s, flow, kaizen, standard work are evident in this facility. See and learn how department-led improvements and waste reduction efforts found throughout this facility have improved productivity and allowed the company to sustain double digit growth for 10 years.
We will also discuss:
- How the addition of automation has given us a competitive advantage in the industry
- The importance of training: This facility has embraced lean principles by training the entire staff (350+) on lean training modules online and in person for new hires.
- How safety is its number one priority (it is on its way to becoming VPP).
Company
Cardinal Glass Industries is a management-owned S-Corporation leading the industry in the development of residential glass for windows and doors. It has grown to more than 7,000 employees located at 37 manufacturing locations around the U.S.
