Posts Tagged ‘New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership’
Economic Development Department Offering New Mexico 9000 Training Classes
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Economic Development Department, in collaboration with the New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership, is offering New Mexico 9000 training classes to prepare New Mexico businesses for ISO 9001 Certification.
The first session is scheduled for December 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the New Mexico State University Albuquerque branch, 4501 Indian School Rd. NE.
New Mexico 9000 was created by the Economic Development Department to provide training and assistance to New Mexico businesses in preparing for ISO 90001:2008. Training will be broken into six half-day sessions over a 3-6 month period.
“This is a great opportunity for New Mexico businesses to access new customers, become more efficient and lower their operating costs,” said Jon Barela, New Mexico Economic Development Cabinet Secretary.
The New Mexico 9000 training program has been completed by 155 companies, creating over 1,000 new expansion jobs.
Trained professionals will conduct ISO 9001:2008 classes in:
- Internal Auditing
- Writing Standard Operating Procedures
- Writing Work Instructions
- Understanding the Standard
ISO is a general Quality Management System. Companies like Intel, Boeing and many other companies are requiring that their first tier suppliers be ISO 9001 certified. In turn, those suppliers are requiring that their suppliers are ISO 9000 certified. In addition, government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, NASA and NNSA are also requiring ISO certification of their providers.
ISO 9000 standards have been adopted by 178 countries. There are now more than 1 million companies worldwide that have registered to the ISO standards. Costs associated with obtaining, maintaining, and renewing ISO registration are tax deductible. The cost of the New Mexico 9000 training classes is based on annual company sales revenue, ranging from $550 to $3,300 for the training.
For more information, or to register for the program, contact the New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership, at (505) 262-0921 or via e-mail, at info@newmexicomep.org.
Lean Manufacturing 101 for Job Shops
The New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership (NMMEP) invites you to attend a workshop to reduce manufacturing costs.
July 21, 2010
Location: Dona Ana Community College Workforce Center
2345 E Nevada Ave, Las Cruces, New Mexico
8am Registration
8:30am-3:00pm Workshop (Lunch included)
Who should attend? Everyone who is involved in producing a product — all levels of the company will benefit and be able to apply the Lean Manufacturing to reduce product costs.
You will see results!
• Ways to work smarter, not harder, and get more done
• Proven Lean Manufacturing techniques to reduce costs through
O Increased efficiency
O Better utilization of resources
O Improved productivity
O Reduced overtime
• How to identify and eliminate the 8 types of non-value added activities (wastes) to save time and money
• How to immediately apply Lean principles in your facility
No charge for attending – The tuition ($350) is subsidized by New Mexico Small Business Assistance for qualified companies. Eligibility confirmation is required prior to the workshop.
Space is limited. Register before July 7, 2010 by calling Jeff Abrams (575)642-3577 or via email: jeffa@newmexicomep.org.
*Must be a NM manufacturer meeting U.S. Small Business Administration requirements for small business.
December 1st Business on the Border Forum
The December meeting of the MVEDA Business on the Border Forum will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM at the Day’s Inn Columbus Conference Center, 901 Avenida de Mesilla. The meeting will begin with a hot entree buffet, followed by an update by MVEDA staff.
Jeff Abrams, Project Manager for the New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership (New Mexico MEP) will be the featured speaker. The New Mexico MEP is part of a national network which provides technical and business resources to manufacturers who are prepared to expand their capabilities and increase profitability. New Mexico MEP is affiliated with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
New Mexico MEP is uniquely positioned to provide a wide variety of services to manufacturers and small businesses throughout the State of New Mexico. Services offered include:
- Lean Systems
- Quality Systems
- Business Services
- Organizational Development
- Information Technology
Luncheon cost is $15.00 per person, payable by cash, check or major credit card. The meeting is open to the public and reservations are not required.
Lean Manufacturing 101 for Job Shops – September 29
The New Mexico Manufacturing Extension Partnership (New Mexico MEP) will host a workshop to reduce manufacturing costs entitled “Lean Manufacturing 101 for Job Shops” on September 29, 2009. The workshop will be held at the Dona Ana Community College Workforce Center, 2345 E. Nevada Avenue in Las Cruces. Everyone who is involved in producing a product – all levels of the company will benefit and be able to apply the Lean Manufacturing to reduce product costs.
Participants will learn:
- Ways to work smarter, not harder, and get more done
- Proven Lean Manufacturing techniques to reduce costs through
- Increased efficiency
- Better utilization of resources
- Improved productivity
- Reduced overtime
- How to identify and eliminate the 8 types of non-value added activities (wastes) to save time and money
- How to immediately apply Lean principles in your facility
Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. The workshop will begin at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. and includes lunch. There is not charge for attending for qualified companies* but eligibility confirmation is required prior to the workshop. Space is limited and registration is required before September 15, 2009.
To register contact: Sue Cerny (575) 642-3780 or susanc@newmexicomep.org.
*Must be a NM manufacturer with less than $32 million in sales annually or less than 500 total employees, and be approved prior to the workshop. For all others, the tuition is $350 per person.
