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SSB Global Jan 2018 LAPM Workshop

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Workshop: Lean and Agile Project Management (LAPM) with BPM

Company: SSB Global

Dates & Time: Jan 22-23, 2018 from 8:30 to 3:30 US-MT

Place: Boulder Inn, 707 28th Street, Boulder, CO

On-line option available

Description:

  •  For project managers who are interested in applying Lean, Agile, and Six Sigma to making their projects better, faster or more cost effective.
  • Concepts may be applied immediately after the workshop.
  • SSB Global include templates, forms, and literature that may be used to initiate, execute or complete a project.
  • Phase I Workshop 2-Day classroom training. This training is conducted on-line LIVE or in person. (A 16 PDU value – not necessary to be certified to take the course)
  • Phase II Workshop (optional) is the customized independent study program and on-line assessment designed to reinforce Phase One learning principles.
  • Phase III Workshop (optional) is the practical application phase where students completes one project using the SSD Global LAPM model.

Price: $1,325

Registration and Information

Sec 1302 Online CQE course: Feb 5 to Apr 2, 2018

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ASQ Section 1302: Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) Online Primer Class

Course Instructor: Mr. Robert Anderson-Ludrick

Course Dates: February 5 – April 2, 2018

Course Registration Deadline: January 28, 2018

Course Cost: $500 excluding books and other study materials

Register for course here! 

From the cozy comfort of your home!

  • Attend an Online CQE Prep course and prepare for the exam

What to Expect

  1. Weekly readings from the primer, handbook, test samples, and articles pertinent to CQE exam
  2. Weekly homework modeled after CQE exam questions.
  3. Weekly Discussion Board: Communicate & interact with your instructor and your classmates
  4. Videos that reinforce learning course concepts and the CQE body of knowledge
  5. Opportunity to simulate the exam: A sample version (approximately 5.5 hours) of a mock exam will be available so you can practice taking the test under timed setting.
  6. You must order and pay for the required Primer and other required course resources. Links and approximate cost are available at the website (shown below) . Allow 5-7 days for delivery.
  7. Recertification Units (RU) = 2.0 upon successful completion of course. Signed certificate will be emailed.
  8. Weekly Google Hangouts with instructor: optional video conferencing to ask any questions you may have.

See Course Flyer for more information

Jan 2018 Member Gift Bundle: ASQ Career Resources

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ASQ National Members only – Free Monthly bonus

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Jan 2018 Member Gift Bundle: ASQ Career Resources

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At ASQ, we have a growing repository of resources available to prepare you for your next career move. In this gift, we’ll surface a good sampling of some of our best stuff to help you succeed, whether you’re building your professional portfolio or moving toward something new and rewarding.

We start you with our newest Salary Survey report, which includes guidance on creating your own career ladder toward a more successful future. Then we jump right into sharing webcasts, articles, and ASQ services you may not even have been aware of that are available to you.

Take this knowledge and apply it to start your 2018 right!

The 2017 Salary Survey: The Next Rung

Quality Professionals

ASQTV: Episodes on Careers and the Quality Profession

Career Connection

  • Elevate your career to the next level by subscribing to Career Connection, ASQ’s newest monthly enewsletter. It offers articles, videos and other resources to help you reach your career aspirations and improve your workplace.
  • It also delivers the latest quality job postings and helps your organization find top talent. Apply the spirit of continuous improvement to your career by subscribing for free.

Mile High Agile 2018 Call for Speakers and Sponsors

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Mile High Agile 2018 Conference

Date: May 21 – 22, 2018

Place: Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center, 650 15th Street, Denver, CO

Theme: Move Mountains with Agile

Overview:

  • Agile enables monumental achievement by quickly delivering quality results in a way that is both meaningful and sustainable.
  • Each trek is unique, but agile tools and best practices can be applied by anyone.
  • Mile High Agile conference sessions will provide actionable guidance that you can immediately use to mount your expedition of change.

CALL FOR SPEAKERS

  • We invite proposals for talks and workshops on the full gamut of agile experience from basic skills of boot camp to trailblazing new frontiers.
  • Please submit via our online form. (Coming Soon)

BECOME A SPONSOR 

  • Meet existing and potential new customers, test the market, and get the value you want without a lot of hassle or expense.
  • Support the Denver agile community and be visible.

OPEN SPACE 

  • Open space is your space to learn what you came to learn.
  • Create conversations. Meet new people.

Signup today and be the first to get notified on Mile High Agile updates.
On bottom of Conference Web page https://www.milehighagile.org/

— Co-chairs: Lynn Winterboer and Erika Lenz

Dec 2017 Member Gift Bundle: Year-end Recap

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ASQ National Members only – Free Monthly bonus

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Dec 2017 Member Gift Bundle: Year-end Recap
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Our annual recap gift bundle continues to be a popular bonus for members, so
we are offering it again this year.

Be sure to save these resources for quick and easy future reference and consider this our way of saying thanks for your ongoing commitment to quality.

We are proud to have you as a member of our ASQ community.

Nov 2017: Disruptive Technologies and the Future of Quality

  • 5 New Exclusive Webcast Introductions to Disruptive Technologies (all in WebEx, MP4, MP3, and PPT)
  • Free, never before shared e-book! Innovation Never Stops: Innovation Generation – The Culture, Process, and Strategy (PDF, 268 pp.)
  • Nearly a dozen new articles and case studies on disruptive technologies
  • Bonus innovation self-assessment tool

Oct 2017: Statistical Sampling and Inspection

  • Integrating Inspection Management Into Your Quality Improvement System (PDF, 168 pp.)
    The Desk Reference of Statistical Quality Methods, Second Edition (PDF, 560 pp.)
  • How to Perform Continuous Sampling, Second Edition (PDF, 77 pp.)
  • Essential Quality Tools: Statistical Sampling and Sample Size Determination (Webcast, 28 min.)
  • ASQTV CEO Interview: Measuring and Inspecting Leads to Consistent Growth
  • Inspection Division Webcast – Characteristics of the Successful Quality Technician
  • Articles on inspection and sampling

Sep 2017: Root Cause Analysis

  • The ASQ Pocket Guide to Root Cause Analysis E-book (PDF, 136 pp.)
  • Get the Defects Out of Root Cause Analysis (Webcast, 49 min.)
  • Solution Analysis-Root Cause Analysis Webcast (Webcast, 19 min.)
  • ASQTV Videos on Root Cause Analysis
  • Additional articles and case studies on root cause analysis

Aug 2017: Performance Measurement

  • Actionable Performance Measurement E-book (PDF, 296 pp.)
  • Magic Rulers: A Guide to Maximizing Business Performance Through Metrics (Webcast, 40 min.)
  • ASQ Global State of Quality Research 2: KPIs Key to Successful Supply Chain Case study (PDF, 6 pp.)
  • Additional articles, case studies, and tutorials on performance metrics

Jul 2017: Organizational and 8D Problem-Solving 

  • Introduction to 8D Problem-solving: Including Practical Applications and Examples Mega E-book Sampler
  • Outcomes, Performance, Structure: Three Keys to Organizational Excellence E-book(PDF, 112 pp.)
  • Introduction to 8D Problem Solving (Webcast, 31 min.) and Solution Analysis: Problem Solving (Webcast, 22 min.)
  • Contact Zone, Volkswagen Argentina-Córdoba Plant Case Study (Video, 52 min.)
  • Additional case studies and articles on problem-solving methods

Jun 2017: Change Management

  • Multiple Webcasts + bonus MP3 versions for download:
  • The Magic of Self-Directed Work Teams: A Case Study in Courage and Culture Change E-book (PDF 120 pp.)
  • 12 articles and case studies on change management

May 2017: Integrated Management Systems and Total Quality Management

  • Integrating Management Systems (ASQTV, 4 min.)
  • Integrated Management Systems E-book (PDF, 216 pp.)
  • The Case for EHSQ Integrated Management Systems (Webcast, 31 min.) and An Introduction to Total Quality Management (TQM) (Webcast, 21 min.)
  • The Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence Handbook, Third Edition (PDF, 722 pp.)
  • Bonus webcasts and resources

Apr 2017: Advanced Quality Auditing Techniques

  • Advanced Quality Auditing (Webcast, 1 hr. 4 min.) and Improving Your Quality Management System (Webcast, 35 min.)
  • Auditing Beyond Compliance E-book (PDF, 110 pp.)
  • 28 downloadable templates for auditing ISO 9001:2015 and conducting internal audits
  • Additional articles and resources

Mar 2017: Creating a Lean Culture

  • The Joy of Lean (Webcast, 48 min) and Lean Acres (Webcast, 45 min.)
  • Lean Acres: A Tale of Strategic Innovation and Improvement in a Farm-iliar Setting E-book (PDF, 224 pp.)
  • Articles, case studies, videos and webinars on creating a lean culture

Feb 2017: Kaizen Tools 

  • Intro to Kaizen Kanban (Webcast 40 min) and Modular Kaizen (Webcast, 44 min.)
  • Modular Kaizen: Continuous and Breakthrough Improvement E-book (PDF, 224 pp.)
  • Case studies, articles, and a roadmap to kaizen

Jan 2017: Career Building Resources

  • Choosing the Right Path to Career Success (Webcast, 25 min.)
  • Quality Progress Salary Calculator
  • Three FREE E-Books on Team, Process, and Innovation!
  • Resources on becoming more marketable and valued

Nov 2017 Member Gift Bundle: Disruptive Technologies and the future of Quality

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ASQ National Members only – Free Monthly bonus

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Nov 2017 Member Gift Bundle: Disruptive Technologies and the future of Quality

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This month we’re diving into one of the hottest topics in manufacturing-disruptive technologies and their impact on quality.

With breakthroughs coming at breakneck speeds in artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, 3-D printing, big data, and the internet of things (IoT), to name a few, today’s quality professional will need new tools, skills, and ways of thinking to both survive and thrive in the workplace.

This month’s gift bundle is designed to get you started with a complete e-book on innovation; PowerPoints to share with your team; audiocasts to listen to on the go; as well as case studies, articles, and videos to deepen your learning on the topics that impact you the most.

We hope this month’s bundle benefits you in your ongoing pursuit of becoming more efficient, effective, and competitive in serving your partners and customers.

Complete E-Book

Webcasts ( View Webcast / Download MP4 / Listen to MP3 / Download PPT )

  • Industry 4.0: The Quality Professional’s Future with Peter Merrill
  • Humans are Underrated: The Critical Overlooked Factor for Quality Professionals Facing Disruptive Technology with Geoff Colvin
  • Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Quality with Nicole Radziwill
  • The Future of Collaborative Service Robots and Quality with Jon Morris
  • eAuditing: The Future of QMS Auditing (WebEx, 49 min) with Shauna Wilson

Videos

Articles and Case Studies

Virtual Reality

Big Data

Quality Professionals and the Future

Innovation and Organizational Change

Product Safety Compliance Analyst at Hunter Douglas in Broomfield CO

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Company: Hunter Douglas, Inc 

Location: 1 Duette Way, Broomfield, CO

Position: Product Safety Compliance Analyst

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings as well as a major manufacturer of architectural products

Essential Functions:

  • Manages systems and documentation programs to ensure Hunter Douglas North America (HDNA) fabrication sites comply with industry safety standards for the US and Canada. Supports administration of HDNA involvement in the WCMA Best For Kids program.
  • Oversees and participates in a multi-faceted audit program that includes conducting annual on-site audits for an estimated 20 or more locations.
  • Manages a weekly review of product audits submitted through the iPad Safety PEP app program.
  • Conducts and manages a “Secret Buy” Program to audit product from selected HDNA sites and competitors.
  • Collaborate with the Window Fashions test lab site on audit findings, recommendations and solutions.
  • Manages a “Virtual Team” of safety contacts for each HDNA site and group.
  • Facilitates a quarterly webex session for all HDNA sites on current items related to standard compliance.
  • Provides presentation materials for each October as National Window Covering Safety Month campaign.
  • Responsible for designing and tracking the master spreadsheet of compliance information for all HDNA company products.
  • Works closely with manufacturing and fabrication to encourage design improvements that enhance child safety features.
  • Serves as an auditor of products, processes, corporate-owned suppliers, external suppliers and quality systems, on an as needed basis.
  • Manages the Compliance Guideline program, including HDNA QS-001 document with visual interpretations of the US and Canadian Safety Standards.
  • Develops and conducts training for all locations as Safety Standard updates and changes are implemented.
  • Adminsters HDNA participation in the WCMA “Best for Kids” program.
  • Supports the Lead Testing program as described in the HDNA 100 Lead Content Standard.
  • Works with the Hunter Douglas Broomfield Test Lab and its HDXRF equipment.
  • Prepares and submits verbal and written presentations to Hunter Douglas management on a regular basis.
  • May serve as a “field investigator” for product safety incidents.
  • Will report through the Corporate Quality Organization to the Director of the Quality System Review.

Qualifications:

  • An employee in this position, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following:
  • Basic knowledge of Fabrication processes and systems.
  • Basic knowledge of auditing techniques
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage projects, schedule and work to deadlines and work without direct supervison.
  • Ability to analyze cause and effect relationships in a problem and use problem analysis to develop resolution alternatives.
  • Ability to develop new programs and/or change programs to meet changing trends and needs.
  • Willing and able to Travel to HDNA sites to conduct audits.

Acceptable Training and Experience includes

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Operations, or Engineering is required or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
  • Five to Seven years business experience in Window Covering Industry preferred.
  • Experience in Auditing such as ISO and/or ESAFE is useful; Certification in ASQ as a Quality Manager, Quality Auditor or Quality Engineer is desirable.

Apply To: Liz Steves, Corporate Recruiter Liz.Steves@HunterDouglas.Com
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SSD Global Lean Six Sigma and Agile Project Management courses Dec 2017

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SSD Global Lean Six Sigma and Agile Project Management courses Dec 2017

  • ASQ, US Veteran and Group Discounts
  • Call Barb at SSD Global Solutions for more information at 303 571-9351
  • or email SixSigma@SSDGlobal.net

Course: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt Combo in Boulder, CO. Dec 11-15, 2017

  • Phase I Workshop or On-Line Live Instructions
  • Phase One is followed by two on-line phases, please see below for more details.
  • Green Belt Dec 11 – 13, 2017 program outline
  • Black Belt Dec 11 – 15, 2017 program outline
  • Time 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. MST
  • Followed by 2 on-line phases
  • For more information about the phases please download the program outline
    above

Course: Lean & Agile Project Management in Boulder CO. Dec 14-15, 2017

  • SSD Global offers our Lean & Agile Project Management© Workshop to public or
    private groups.
  • LAPM is a 2-day workshop for project managers who are interested in applying Lean, Agile, and Six Sigma to making their projects
    better, faster or more cost effective.
  • Concepts may be applied immediately after the workshop.
  • We include templates, forms, and literature that may be used to initiate, execute or complete a project.
  • See the LAPM course requirements

Oct 2017 Member Gift Bundle: Statistical Sampling and Inspection

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ASQ National Members only – Free Monthly bonus

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Oct 2017 Member Gift Bundle: Statistical Sampling and Inspection

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There’s an old quality control adage, “You get what you inspect, not what you expect.”

Statistical sampling and inspection are practices that started the quality movement and continue to be an essential part of quality assurance and process improvement for many manufacturers and industries around the world.

Featuring this topic for first time as a monthly member gift, we’ve compiled resources explaining the value and practices around these fundamental tools, including video introductions, webcast walk-throughs, and free e-books, articles, and case studies.

Complete E-Book

Webcasts

In this webcast, our resident quality tools expert, Dr. Jack ReVelle, walks you through the Statistical Sampling technique and process.

Videos

Articles and Case Studies

Quality Assurance Sr Manager Assoc Director at St-Renatus in Fort Collins CO

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Title: Quality Assurance Sr Manager Assoc Director at St-Renatus in Fort Collins CO

Company: St. Renatus

Location: 1000 Centre Ave, Fort Collins, CO

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

  • This position will provide Quality leadership and oversight of contract manufacturing organizations (CMO) plant operations.
  • Ensuring appropriate application and execution of cGMP compliance requirements for combination product.
  • It will also review and revise current quality policies in place and further develop and execute St. Renatus’ Quality Management Systems in a manner that ensures successful deliver of cGMP Quality Assurance.
  • This position performs related tasks that fall under the broad category of Quality Assurance functions.
  • Such tasks will include conducting investigations, determining and/or completing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs),
  • Reviewing Master Batch Records and Master Packaging Records,
  • Reviewing Validation Protocols and Qualifications, conducting audits,
  • Evaluating change controls for impact on other cGMP systems.
  • In addition, this position will manage all aspects of the document control and training program and be responsible for authoring standard operating procedures.

Job Responsibilities

  • Maintain the cGMP Quality Management System and standards for all aspects of supply chain.
  • Provide virtual cGMP Quality oversight for all manufacturing, packaging, storage, and  distribution activities to ensure compliance.
  • Perform final batch release activities for products manufactured by third parties.
  • Review all third parties contracted to perform any functions in support of the cGMP manufacture of clinical supplies and commercial product.
  • Identify cGMP compliance gaps or risks.
  • Identify and monitor vendor performance metrics and improvement targets.
  • Prepare, review, and monitor vendor adherence to Quality Agreements.
  • Plan and conduct cGMP audits of manufacturing activities to assess compliance with pertinent regulations, as well as, with company SOPs.
  • Review and approve product specifications, stability protocols/data, manufacturing deviations, Corrective Action Preventative Actions (CAPAs), SOPs, Change Control procedures.
  • Establish the processes and communications to enable effective delivery on cGMP Quality commitments to build a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure prompt communication of cGMP compliance risks to senior management.
  • Oversight of pharmacovigilance monitoring program.
  • Maintain Quality documentation files.
  • Coordinate CMC compliance with Regulatory Affairs, including technical writing and review.
  • Execute improvement activities, prepare periodic quality reports, and communicate progress to stakeholders.
  • Oversee and facilitate Product Recall System.
  • Ensure the periodic assessment of compliance standards and communication of compliance liabilities to senior management. Communicates this assessment on a regular basis.
  • Develop and deliver cGMP compliance training and participate with training and development of staff.
  • Participate as member of the management team in planning to achieve site goals and objectives; communicates and helps resolve issues or problems that have interdepartmental impacts and in planning to enhance and expand the opportunities
  • Determine necessary headcount within Quality area to ensure delivery against goals.
  • Management responsibility for non-exempt, exempt and/or supervisory level personnel as the company grows.
  • Travel for this position is required (Approx. 10-15% Domestic)

Education / Experience

  • BS or BA degree preferred, with emphasis in biosciences, biomedical, or medicine.
  • Strong scientific background with at least 8 years of relevant experience in Quality Assurance in the manufacturing environment within the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Thorough knowledge of quality systems, compliance regulations, scientific terminology, quality assurance procedures and policies, the use of computer and software developmental methodologies and quality auditing/evaluation techniques.
  • Must have experience in the use of controlled documents and related quality systems.
  • Previous experience with pharmaceutical production processes and Quality Control analytical methodologies.
  • Knowledge of the principles of Quality Management and Continuous Improvement.
  • Proven track record of successfully managing Quality Management, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control throughout the lifecycle of a pharmaceutical product.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical equipment operation, design and control.
  • Experience in leadership roles
  • Facility Licensing, Regulatory audits and inspections for combination products.
  • Competencies
  • An investigational nature is essential in evaluating Quality problems.
  • Maintains thorough and ongoing knowledge of cGMP methods, compliance and regulatory standards.
  • Problem solving skills with the ability to apply logic and assess data to reach decisions and solutions related to compliance and product quality.
  • Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. Effective written and oral communication skills is required.
  • Demonstrated attention to detail with solid coordinating, task planning and time management skills.
  • Must be multi-task oriented and organized to work within numerous systems and programs.
  • Demonstrated skills in strategic thinking, problem solving, advising, risk assessment, risk mitigation, decision making, and implemention.
  • Strong computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and ERP software related to manufacturing and project management.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with strong leadership, negotiation and influencing ability.
  • Demonstrated ability to build confidence among contract manufacturers, vendors, peers, customers, and others, quickly.
  • A positive, winning attitude.

To apply, please send resumes/cover letters to: Recruiting@st-renatus.com