Wabash Valley Lean Network & QN9000 Quality Network Field Trip Visit to SIA

Description

Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (SIA), a subsidiary of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd., is the home of North American Subaru production. Models built at the plant include the Subaru Legacy, Outback and Tribeca. In 2007, SIA also began producing the Toyota Camry under contract with Toyota. SIA employs over 3,000 Associates, and every SIA Associate is committed to quality, safety and environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.subaru-sia.com.

What You Will See on the Plant Tour:

Attendees will tour through the Stamping Shop, Body Shop and Trim, and Final Assembly.  You will also get a glimpse of the Paint Shop and learn about the Engine Shop. Throughout the plant, examples of TPM and Kaizen will be highlighted. 

What You Will Learn after the Plant Tour:

SIA Associates will provide an overview of SIA’s Continuous Improvement activities, Quality System, Green/Sustainability and Safety activities/successes.  A question and answer session will allow ample time for attendees to learn more about SIA's Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Tour Guidelines:

• The SIA Tour is a 1.5 hour walking tour that traverses a catwalk and includes several sets of stairs. Individuals who are not able to walk long distances, up stairs or have issues with heights should not take the walking tour.
• For safety purposes, no high-heeled or open-toed shoes are allowed. No tank tops or sleeveless shirts are allowed.
• Cameras (including still, video and cell phone) are NOT permitted beyond the lobby. All cameras must be left with the security guard on duty in the lobby before the tour begins.

What You Need to do to Attend:

·         Complete and return attached registration form to Melanie by October 1^st

·         Initial registration is limited to 4 persons/company.  After October 1st, if space is available you will be notified that additional persons can register to attend.

·         Registration Fee: Only $30 per person!

·         Arrive at SIA Training Center auditorium on October 15^th between 8:00 – 8:15 am.

·         Wear comfortable walking shoes!

·         Plan to depart after lunch concludes (12:30 – 1:00 pm).