Lean and New Technology
Incorporating Lean into New Technology produces results
Winpak Division is part of Winpak Ltd., a publicly traded company which operates ten production facilities across North America. Employing over 750 people, the Winnipeg plant manufactures high-quality, food-safe packaging materials, primarily used for the marketing and protection of perishable foods. Products include plain and printed materials that are converted into either rolls or pouches. On this tour you will see how Winpak continues to invest in new technology including robotics and automation, to stay at the forefront of the industry, while at the same time embracing lean concepts and standardization to ensure continuous improvement is incorporated into the strategy. Hear about employee engagement, problem solving, communication systems and how best practices are shared across the organization through cross-auditing schemes.
Rating: Intermediate
Restrictions
No competitors allowed
No cameras/recording devices
No cell phones
No high-heeled shoes
No jewelry
No communicable diseases
No exposed, cuts, sores or lesions
No loose objects stored above the waist
No gum, candy or lozenges to be consumed on the shop floor
Requirements
Safety glasses and hearing protection will be provided
Closed-toe shoes, proof of double vaccination
Signed non-disclosure agreement
