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SUMMARY:How to Give Effective Performance Reviews
DESCRIPTION:How to Give Effective Performance Reviews\n(3-Hr\, in-person\, Williamsport\, PA)\nThis program starts in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nPerformance reviews shouldn’t feel like a dreaded annual chore—they’re a powerful opportunity to grow your people\, strengthen your team\, and drive productivity. In this high-energy\, 3-hour program\, manufacturing supervisors will learn how to turn evaluations into a practical\, motivating\, and results-oriented process that builds trust\, boosts performance\, and aligns individual goals with organizational success. \nRegister now for only $189!\nRegister \nLearning Objectives\n\nExamine the value and objectives of the performance review process.\nDiscover best practices and improve your skills in navigating reviews and evaluations.\nLearn what is important for helping individuals move forward with their skills.\n\nWhy Attend\nPerformance reviews can be stressful for both supervisors and employees—but they don’t have to be. This program gives you the tools\, confidence\, and structure to make the process smoother\, more impactful\, and more collaborative. \nYou’ll leave ready to: \n\nHandle difficult conversations\nDocument performance effectively for compliance and clarity\nFoster a culture of continuous improvement\nStrengthen employee relationships and engagement\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis program is perfect for: Manufacturing supervisors and managers responsible for team performance\, new leaders looking to develop effective evaluation skills\, HR professionals supporting supervisor training initiatives\, anyone seeking to make performance reviews a constructive\, growth-focused experience. \nWhat You’ll Take Back to Work\n\nA clear framework for preparing\, delivering\, and following up on reviews\nTools for identifying KPIs\, setting goals\, and linking performance to business outcomes\nPractical strategies for delivering feedback that sticks—and inspires change\nConfidence in handling challenging review conversations\nAn approach to documenting performance and protecting confidentiality\n\nOutline – Navigating Performance Review for Manufacturing Supervisors \nRegister now for only $189!\nRegister \nMeet Your Presenter:\n \nInstruction provided by IMC Business Advisor Tim Davis. Tim has over 35 years of management and operational experience in manufacturing businesses in Central and Southwestern PA. Various career roles include Operations Manager\, Safety Manager\, HR Manager\, Sales Manager\, Sales Rep\, Service Manager\, executive/business coach and trainer. His areas of expertise include employee development\, strategic planning\, people skills\, effective communication\, leadership\, safety\, time management\, sales and customer service. \n  \nThis training qualifies for WEDnetPA funding for qualified participants. Not familiar with WEDnetPA funding\, Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200. \n 
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/epr-spring-wmspt/
LOCATION:IMC\, 1127 W. 4th St.\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
CATEGORIES:IMC Events
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SUMMARY:OSHA 10-Hour Training - Altoona
DESCRIPTION:OSHA 10-Hour\n(in-person\, Altoona\, PA)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThe OSHA 10-Hour training for manufacturers is designed to give workers a clear understanding of common workplace hazards and the best practices to prevent them. Participants will also gain foundational knowledge of how OSHA operates\, along with an overview of employee rights and employer responsibilities in maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. \nRegister now for only $269!\nRegister \nThe training is being held May 20 & 21\, 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. each day. Light lunch provided. \nWhy Attend\nWorkplace safety is not just a compliance requirement—it’s a crucial part of protecting your team\, your operations\, and your bottom line. This program provides practical\, real-world knowledge to help participants recognize\, prevent\, and respond to common workplace hazards. From machine guarding to emergency action planning\, you’ll gain a strong foundation in essential safety practices that reduce risk and improve workplace culture. Upon completion\, participants receive an official OSHA wallet card and training certificate\, demonstrating their commitment to safety and compliance. \nTopics Covered\n\nIntroduction to OSHA\nWalking and Working Surfaces\nExit Routes\, Emergency Action Plans\, Fire Prevention and Protection\nElectrical\nPersonal Protective Equipment\nHazard Communication\nMachine Guarding\nLockout – Tagout\nSafety and Health Programs\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis training is designed for individuals working in the manufacturing sector who want to strengthen their knowledge of OSHA standards and workplace safety practices. Ideal participants include production workers and machine operators\, frontline supervisors and team leads\, maintenance staff and technicians\, safety coordinators and compliance officers\, HR or training managers overseeing workforce safety\, and anyone new to manufacturing who wants a strong foundation in OSHA requirements \nRegister now for only $269!\nRegister \nThe training is being held April 15 & 16\, 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. each day. Light lunch provided. \nInstructor\nScott Witmer is the Owner and Principal Solutions Provider of EMS Consulting\, specializing in safety\, environment\, energy\, and materials consulting. He holds both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in environmental science with a focus on Pollution Control. With more than 18 years of experience in the manufacturing industry\, over 20 years as an Environmental\, Health\, and Safety (EHS) professional\, and more than a decade serving in operations and executive leadership roles\, Scott has successfully designed and delivered comprehensive safety and environmental programs across diverse industries. His expertise helps organizations implement practical\, forward-thinking solutions that drive sustainable growth\, operational excellence\, and regulatory compliance. \nThis training qualifies for WEDnetPA funding for qualified participants. Not familiar with WEDnetPA funding\, Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/osha-10-hour-training-altoona/
LOCATION:St. Francis Curry Innovation Center\, 1425 11th Avenue\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
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SUMMARY:Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics\n(3-Hr\, in-person\, Altoona\, PA)\nThis program starts in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIMC’s Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics\, 3-hour introductory program\, provides participants with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing. Participants will explore the basic concepts behind Lean thinking and how it supports efficiency\, teamwork\, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. The program is designed to help employees become familiar with the key principles\, terminology\, and workplace practices that are part of a Lean culture. No prior Lean experience is needed\, just curiosity and a willingness to learn how your role fits into the bigger picture of improving processes and reducing waste. \nRegister now for only $189!\nRegister \nLearning Objectives:\n\nRecognize the basic principles of Lean Manufacturing and describe how they support an efficient and productive workplace.\nDiscover the importance of minimizing waste and being mindful of how everyday actions impact workflow and efficiency.\nUnderstand common Lean concepts and terminology used in manufacturing environments.\n\nCourse Outline:\n\nIntroduction to Lean Manufacturing\n\nDefinition\, origin and impact\nContinuous Improvement: Kaizen and Kata\n\n\nPrinciples of Lean Manufacturing\n\nUnderstanding value from the customer’s perspective\nSystems and process thinking\nImproving Flow\nEliminating Waste\n\n\nLean Tools and Techniques\n\nLean Production\n\nImproving Workflow\nMapping Processes\n\n\nReducing Waste\n\nThe 8 Wastes of Lean\nOrganization of Work and Workstations\n\n\nIdentifying and Solving Problems\n\nRoot Cause Analysis\nPlan-Do-Check-Act Cycle\n5 Whys\n\n\n\n\nDefinitions of Common Lean Terms\nQ&A and Wrap-up\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nBuild confidence on the shop floor by understanding Lean Manufacturing principles and how they impact your daily work.\nExplore what it takes to become a Lean/CI Rock Star when you learn tools and techniques that help you communicate better with continuous improvement leaders.\nUsing newly learned terminology\, you’ll become a highly valued communicator who is more visible and respected by both leaders and peers.\nBecome a self-assured champion for team discussion when you use real-world examples\, not textbook lingo when communicating with your peers.\n\nWho Should Attend:\nIdeal for anyone in manufacturing looking to boost efficiency and reduce waste. Perfect for: production operators\, team leads\, quality staff\, maintenance\, engineers\, materials/inventory personnel\, administrative support\, and new hires. No Lean experience required—just a desire to improve processes. \nRegister now for only $189!\nRegister \nMeet Your Presenter:\n \nInstruction provided by IMC Business Advisor Tim Davis. Tim has over 35 years of management and operational experience in manufacturing businesses in Central and Southwestern PA. Various career roles include Operations Manager\, Safety Manager\, HR Manager\, Sales Manager\, Sales Rep\, Service Manager\, executive/business coach and trainer. His areas of expertise include employee development\, strategic planning\, people skills\, effective communication\, leadership\, safety\, time management\, sales and customer service. \n  \nThis training qualifies for WEDnetPA funding for qualified participants. Not familiar with WEDnetPA funding\, Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/lean-basics-wmspt/
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