Apply for the Fabricator's Industry Award

Shop Floor Improvements

Examples include but are not limited to improvements in: quality control standards; implementation of lean activities, techniques, and practices; uptime improvements; inventory reduction; reduction of scrap; minimization of material handling; elimination of non-value-added activity

Safety

OSHA 300A form; introduction of ergonomic guidelines; safety team/committee initiatives; decrease in lost time due to injury

Training

Cross training, certification, skills training provided to employees; opportunities for leadership development

Business Success

Expanding into new geographic markets; diversifying into new market segments; cultivating international business; developing cooperative agreements with other job shops to win contracts; improving profit margins

Customer Satisfaction

JIT delivery; cultivating customer relationships; customer satisfaction index; increase in accepted orders

New Products/Services

Patents; value-added engineering services

Support of Manufacturing as Future Career Choice

Speaking at schools and other events in support of the industry; membership in industry associations; offering of internships or apprenticeships; hosting manufacturing camps for youths; hosting company tours; partnerships with educational institutions

Philanthropic Activities

General community activities

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