Lean Tour & Workshop at Spex Seating – Boosting Operational Efficiency

OVERVIEW

Join us for a Lean Factory Tour and Workshop at Spex Seating in Rolleston, a local manufacturer on an inspiring Lean and Continuous Improvement journey.

Spex Seating designs and manufactures specialised wheelchair seating for children and adults with significant disabilities since 1990. With a high level of customisation in their work, managing workflow efficiently is critical.

In recent months, Spex has made strategic factory floor changes that have improved workflow efficiency, boosted productivity, and strengthened staff engagement - demonstrating a strong commitment to Lean principles and the power of practical, targeted improvements, including:

• More throughput

• Less work in progress

• Less space required

• Less capital tied up

• Increases in productivity & profitability

The rapid progress made not only highlights the effectiveness of their approach but also serves as a compelling example for other businesses on their own Lean journey.

Workshop: Continuous Improvement in Practice - 9.00am - 11.00pm

Gain practical insights into how Lean principles can be applied to streamline operations, improve workflow, and boost productivity.

• Learn from recent strategic changes that have enhanced efficiency and staff engagement

• Explore future plans and ideas for ongoing improvement

• Participate in a collaborative discussion on applying Lean strategies in your own business

• Connect with other professionals passionate about operational excellence

Factory Tour: Lean in Action at Spex Seating - 11.30am -1.00pm

Take a behind-the-scenes look at how Lean and Continuous Improvement are being implemented on the factory floor.

• Guided tour of Spex Seating operations

• See real-world examples of productivity gains and workflow enhancements

• Discover how small, targeted changes can lead to measurable results

This workshop and factory tour is designed for local manufacturers interested in learning how Lean principles can be applied to streamline operations and drive meaningful results, as well as for companies already on their Lean journey and keen to deepen their understanding.

You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at the improvements already in place, hear about future plans, and gain practical ideas to take back to your own business.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Calling all business owners, directors, change managers, and operational teams!

COST:

Manufacturing Module holders - Free

Connect | Thrive | Invest Member - $250+GST

Lite | Non-Member - $300+GST

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EVENT MANAGER:

Rebecca Golding - rebeccag@cecc.org.nz

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