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SUMMARY:Lean 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on\, one-day workshop designed to help manufacturers identify waste\, improve consistency\, and increase operational capacity.\n\n\n\nManufacturers today are under increasing pressure to improve efficiency\, reduce waste\, and do more with limited resources. Lean principles provide a proven framework for identifying inefficiencies and creating more consistent\, value-driven processes. This workshop is designed to give participants a practical\, working understanding of Lean they can apply immediately in their operations. \nLunch is provided\, and the workshop is designed for manufacturers\, supervisors\, and team members looking to strengthen operational fundamentals. \nParticipants will leave this workshop with a clear understanding of how to: \n\nIdentify waste within manufacturing processes\nCreate a more visual and transparent workplace\nImprove consistency through standardized work\nIncrease capacity by reducing batch sizes\nUnderstand the benefits of pull systems and flow-based production\n\nThis interactive session uses a unique simulation-based\, learn-and-do approach that allows participants to experience how Lean principles impact a manufacturing operation in real time\, helping translate Lean concepts into real-world application—making it easier for participants to take ideas back to their own facilities.
URL:https://sdmanufacturing.com/event/lean-101-workshop-sioux-falls-2026/
LOCATION:Design Tanks\, 600 W Blackhawk St\, Sioux Falls\, SD\, 57104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sioux Falls Lean Coffee/Brew
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to bring the Siouxland Lean Consortium to Sioux Falls! Join us for an informal afternoon of networking\, conversation\, and collaboration with others interested in Lean and continuous improvement. This event is being hosted in partnership with South Dakota Manufacturing & Technology Solutions. Meet other improvement-minded leaders\, and exchange ideas and experiences\, bring questions or topics that you’d like to discuss. We look forward to meeting old friends and new acquaintances as we strengthen the Lean community across the region.  This will be an informal event\, with a loose agenda around topics the attendees wish to discuss.  You are welcome to come and go as you please\, there is no cost to attend\, and light appetizers will be provided.
URL:https://sdmanufacturing.com/event/sioux-falls-lean-coffee-brew/
LOCATION:Crooked Pint Ale House\, 2020 W Russell St.\, Sioux Falls\, SD\, 57104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Annual PMISD Summit
DESCRIPTION:We are working hard behind the scenes to make 2026 the best year yet! Our pricing remains the same as last year. Schedule coming soon!
URL:https://sdmanufacturing.com/event/annual-pmisd-summit/
LOCATION:The District\, 4521 W. Empire Place\, Sioux Falls\, 57106\, United States
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SUMMARY:LATC Career Search Expo
DESCRIPTION:Lake Area Tech Career Search Expo 2026 \nConnect with the next generation of skilled professionals at the Lake Area Tech Career Search Expo. This annual event brings employers\, current Lake Area Tech students\, and alumni together under one roof to explore career opportunities\, internships\, and industry connections. \nWhether you’re recruiting for open positions\, building your talent pipeline\, or increasing brand awareness among future graduates\, the Career Search Expo provides a valuable opportunity to meet highly trained candidates across a variety of technical and professional fields. \nDate: October 15\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 am – 1:30 pm\nLocation: Lake Area Technical College\, Watertown\, SD \nLearn more and register: https://www.lakeareatech.edu/careerexpo2026/
URL:https://sdmanufacturing.com/event/latc-career-search-expo/
LOCATION:Lake Area Technical College\, 1201 Arrow Ave\, Watertown\, SD\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lean 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on\, one-day workshop designed to help manufacturers identify waste\, improve consistency\, and increase operational capacity.\n\n\n\nManufacturers today are under increasing pressure to improve efficiency\, reduce waste\, and do more with limited resources. Lean principles provide a proven framework for identifying inefficiencies and creating more consistent\, value-driven processes. This workshop is designed to give participants a practical\, working understanding of Lean they can apply immediately in their operations. \nLunch is provided\, and the workshop is designed for manufacturers\, supervisors\, and team members looking to strengthen operational fundamentals. \nParticipants will leave this workshop with a clear understanding of how to: \n\nIdentify waste within manufacturing processes\nCreate a more visual and transparent workplace\nImprove consistency through standardized work\nIncrease capacity by reducing batch sizes\nUnderstand the benefits of pull systems and flow-based production\n\nThis interactive session uses a unique simulation-based\, learn-and-do approach that allows participants to experience how Lean principles impact a manufacturing operation in real time\, helping translate Lean concepts into real-world application—making it easier for participants to take ideas back to their own facilities.
URL:https://sdmanufacturing.com/event/lean-101-workshop/
LOCATION:Goss Opera Hall\, 100 East Kemp Ave\, Watertown\, 57201\, United States
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