This function is presented by the ASQ Biomedical Division Southern California Discussion Group in association with ASQ Section 702.

TOPIC:

Topic: Lean / Six Sigma applications in the Medical Device manufacturing industry

ABOUT THE TOPIC:

A presentation will be given on Lean Tools commonly used by recognized leaders in business processes. Details of tool implementation along with examples will be reviewed. The application of Kaizen, Mistake Proofing (Poka Yoke), Value Stream Mapping, and 5S’s will be addressed. Breakout discussion groups will follow the presentation with the goal of good, open exchange of ideas on utilization of these concepts in the device/pharmaceutical industries.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Larry Bartkus is currently Master Black Belt, Business Excellence for Biosense Webster, a Johnson & Johnson company. He is a Certified Quality Engineer and Six Sigma Master Black Belt with over thirty five years experience in the Quality profession. He holds a degree in Chemistry from Montclair State University in New Jersey. Larry has been guest speaker at The Society of Plastics Engineers, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, APICS, and ASQ. He is a past Chairman of ASQ Section 702 and has served on the Executive Board for over twenty years now. He was an instructor for several CQE Refresher Courses and has conducted seminars in Process Control, Statistical Sampling, and Design of Experiments.

This Roundtable Discussion will utilize the synergy of our well-versed Subject Matter Expert along with your Regional Industry Peers. Please submit your discussion questions on-line and help make this a valuable experience for everyone.

Food: Boxed Dinner Provided. Sandwich (Beef; Turkey; or Vegetarian), Chips, Cookie, and Soda. Please specify sandwich type when registering.

For more information on this function, contact: Marina Guevrekian at (626) 303-7902 or e-mail mguevrekian@staar.com

You must RSVP for this event in advance by going to the Acteva site below due to limited seating for this event.

To Register :	http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?binid=1&bevaID=147374 at Acteva.com. $20 for members at the door and $30 for non-members includes food. (Cash or Check)
Meeting Date :	January 16, 2008
Time:	5:30 PM - 8:30 PM: Sign-in / Networking / Box Dinner / Speaker Presentation
Meeting Location:	Biosense Webster -15715 Arrow Highway, Irwindale, CA 91706
Dinner:	Please choose one of the "Box Dinner" options. Choices include the following: Sandwich (Beef; Turkey; or Vegetarian), Chips, Cookie, and Soda. Please specify sandwich type when registering.
Contact for questions:	Marina Guevrekian at (626) 303-7902 or e-mail mguevrekian@staar.com
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