The lean journey gemba walk: High-mix, low-volume manufacturing (virtual only)

M2 Global’s lean TPM transition story
Tuesday, Oct. 18 Location Code
3:30pm-4:30pm Virtual VTT/03

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Highlights

This virtual gemba walk will cover M2 Global’s lean transition story. See goal deployment, team-based management and lean processes. You'll also lean tools such as setup reduction and 6S in action.

Overview

M2 quality has gone more than 10 years without a lost-time accident. Its production processes include high-precision CNC machining and sheet metal fabrication, electronic assembly and final unit assembly. Learn about M2 Global’s team-based management system that drives a culture of lean thinking focused on continuous improvement. Hear how the company is bringing lean concepts into the office environment and reaching out to their suppliers to help them become lean practitioners. Share your observations, recommendations and ideas with the M2 Global team.

Company

M2 Global Technology, Ltd., headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is an AS 9100 worldwide supplier of microwave products and aerospace precision parts. M2 Global is vertically integrated from metal fabrication through final assembly and test. The company’s lean journey started when it was part of Harris Corporation. Lockheed Martin Aeronautics has recognized M2 Global as one of their Top 25 Performing Suppliers. m2global.com

Restrictions / Requirements

To participate in a tour, all attendees must adhere to and respect the tour hosts' restrictions and requirements.
Non-adherence may exclude you from a tour.

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