ElectriPlast, JARCO & Lean Methodologies
As you are probably aware, Jasper, Indiana is the self-proclaimed "Furniture Capital of the World." While that claim is debateable, what's not debateable are the number of businesses located there. Although I don't have the exact numbers right in front of me, I remember reading somewhere recently that the population of Dubois County essentially doubles during the work day due to all the folks who drive in from the surrounding counties and are dependent on those same businesses as their primary source of income.
In the late 90's and earlier this decade I doubt there was a business of any size (50+ employees) in Jasper that didn't jump on the Lean Methodology / TQC bandwagon. For some, no doubt, it was merely another Continuous Improvement program; for others, it became almost religion and a way of life. Those who took it seriously are still reaping the spoils of their many victories along the way -- those who didn't are stuck in a rut called status quo, or even in decline. You can decide for yourself which category you think Jasper Rubber fits into.
gktignol
