Manufacturing plant team leaders work on the assembly line in the World Class Manufacturing Academy to refine tools and procedures. We know from years of experience that when the topic of discussion turns to manufacturing strategies, eyes will glaze over rapidly and in high volume. Which is a shame, really. Because building complex machines such
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The faithful were out in force today at Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, also known as SHAP. In 2009, the suburban Detroit site was scheduled to close its doors, a tired remnant of a bankrupt regime. But with the birth of Chrysler Group, the plant was rejuvenated. Today it is home to the all-new 2015 Chrysler
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Employees in the automotive field are known for strong math, science and technical skills. However, Chrysler Group wants its employees to tap into their inner artist. About 600 entries were submitted by UAW-represented and non-bargaining-unit Chrysler employees for the 2013-2014 Artists @ Work Exhibition, the country’s only juried art show sponsored by a major corporation
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What do robots, paint booths, and scientific equipment all have in common? They are all under one roof in Toledo, Ohio where production has begun on the 2014 Jeep® Cherokee. Tomorrow, starting at 9 a.m. Eastern Time there will be a special chance for a behind the scenes look at how Chrysler Group makes it
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Eighteen months after plans were disclosed to close the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant this month — Chrysler Group officials and special guests gathered Monday to celebrate the plant’s new life and future growth. Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (also known as SHAP) “is a Lazarus plant risen from the dead, and will rise and survive,” said
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