Lean Fundamentals: Driving Continuous Improvement
This is an introductory Lean session intended for leaders who are new to Lean or those wanting a refresher to basic continuous improvement concepts and tools. The session will focus on what Lean is, why it’s important, common types of work wastes, an introduction to 5S (a valuable tool to organize workspaces) and how to implement 5S as a leader.
Objectives:
• Understand the basics of Lean terminology
• 5S tools
• Steps to begin a 5S program
October 15, 2025, 8 am - 11 am
Instructor: Bonnie Slykhuis
Employment Law and Interviewing Essentials: Building Confidence and Compliance in Hiring Practices
This comprehensive course will provide you with a foundational understanding of key HR practices, focusing on compliance, effective communication, and essential management skills. You will be introduced to federal employment laws, explore the fundamentals of structured and compliant interviewing, and develop the ability to interpret candidate responses beyond surface-level answers. In addition, you will learn about incident reporting and workers’ compensation basics and gain practical strategies for delivering performance reviews, creating improvement plans, and navigating challenging conversations with clarity and respect.
Objectives:
• Recognize the legal framework surrounding hiring practices and workplace compliance.
• Confidently develop and ask interview questions aligned with job requirements and legal standards.
• Understand effective incident reporting and workers’ compensation claim management.
• Deliver clear, constructive feedback during performance evaluations to foster growth and accountability.
October 29, 2025, 8 am - 11 am
Instructor: Russ Curry