Upcoming Events
Manufacturing Fundamentals: Webinar Series
OVERVIEW
These free information sessions are designed to help manufactures improve and grow. Join CME as we bring together in-house experts, industry partners, as well as guest speakers to share views and experiences related to timely topics. Each session, we dive deep into different topics so you can uncover bite-size takeaways without leaving the shop floor. Check out our lineup of topics and guests and join the sessions that fit you best.
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
Business Leaders, Managers, Supervisors and Change Agents who are in charge of process training and improvements, skills gap training, workplace safety.
UPCOMING SESSIONS
MAY 25, 2023 - Lean Fundamentals
First things first – understanding the basics. Lean is a fundamental way of thinking and set of disciplines that have helped many organizations improve their customer experience and bottom line though standard methodologies and people development. Many of the fundamental tools of lean are focused on working as teams to identify and solve problems faster then you are today.
Come and learn more about Lean to understand if it’s something that can help you. If you’re already familiar with Lean, this will be a good refresher and reminder. We will have a short expert presentation, a manufacturer sharing their experience and some peer-to-peer learning and sharing in this 60 minute informational online session.
Registration is exclusive to manufacturers.
SPEAKER
CLINT MATTHIAS
Manufacturing Operations Managers at RIMEX
Drawing from his background with the military, Clint has a wealth of experience in training and leadership and has demonstrated those qualities throughout his time at RIMEX. He began his career at RIMEX in May 2017, as a welder in the Small Line wheel department and quickly moved into the role of Branch Coordinator. He travelled to various RIMEX locations and companies across the globe assisting and implementing 5S and Lean standardization. From there, he took on the Plant Manger role at the Langley facility. Clint promoted into the role of Manufacturing Operations Manager in November 2022, where he now oversees both production facilities within British Columbia.
PAST SESSIONS
Sustainability & ESG as Strategic Imperatives
Experts from BDO delved into the importance of sustainability and ESG for manufacturers. They discussed how implementing the right strategy can impact critical competitive levers such as talent management, growth enablement, risk management, and access to capital and valuations.
Demystifying ESG Frameworks & Sustainability Regulation
Experts from Aecon Group and BDO Canada discussed the current state of sustainability reporting and what this means for the supply chain. Participants walked away with key steps that manufacturers need to take right now to set their business up for long-term success.
ESG & Financing Panel Discussion
Esteemed experts from BDC, RBC, and BDO Canada adeptly guided participants through the complex connection between ESG and capital requirements. The experts also shared invaluable insights into the most effective best practices and techniques to seamlessly integrate ESG considerations into your business operations.