September 2010 Issue

September Meeting Notice

Joint Meeting with Reading Chapters of IMA, ASQ, IIE, and Lehigh Valley Chapter of ASQ

DATE: Monday, September 13, 2010

TOPIC: “Managing Allergens within the Food Industry”

SPEAKER: Anna Lee Rubio, Technical Services Manager, Just Born, Inc.

LOCATION: Kutztown Tavern, Kutztown, PA (610.683.9600)

Directions on Page 3

AGENDA: 5:30pm – 6:00pm Registration

6:00pm – 6:10pm Chapter Announcements

6:10pm – 7:00pm Buffet Dinner

7:00pm – 9:00pm Presentation

PRICE: Members and Guests - $28.00

Buffet Items: Seafood Bisque, Stuffed Chicken Breast w/ Apple Walnut Stuffing, Broiled Salmon w/ Old Bay Butter, Vegetarian Lasagna Rolls; Baked Potatoes, Vegetable du Jour, Focaccia Bread; Chocolate Mousse

IMA – Institute of Management Accountants

NAPM – National Association of Purchasing Management

ASQ – American Society for Quality

IIE – Institute of Industrial Engineers

Please follow our Reservations Procedure on the next page.

RESERVATIONS: Go to our web site, http://www.apics-sv.org, and register for our Professional Development Meeting. You can also contact Dave Jankowski, 610-404-8271, or email at jankowsk@ptd.net. Please include the names of attendees, company name, and a telephone where you can be reached. All no show reservations will be invoiced.

DEADLINE: Friday, September 3, 2010

PLAN AHEAD AND RESERVE NOW!

ABOUT OUR PROGRAM:

“Managing Allergens within the Food Industry”

Are you or someone you know allergic to certain foods? Have you ever wondered who monitors the use and labeling of allergens within the food industry? Food allergies are a growing public health concern in the United States with over 12 million Americans affected. Of those, the highest incidence occurs in children. In fact, reactions in children result in more than 300,000 ambulatory-care visits a year. Children must rely on parents for guidance, parents must rely on labels for guidance, and the food industry must rely on legislation for guidance. There are no cures for food allergies and so strict avoidance is imperative for those afflicted. Please join us Monday, September 13th for a discussion of food allergens and their effect on manufacturing, labeling, legislation, consumers and you.

Speaker Bio: Analee Rubio has over 20 years of experience in the food industry having graduated with a degree in Food Science from Penn State University. Her career began as a Research Scientist for Kraft Foods in Glenview, IL leading quality improvement projects and conducting product development experimentation for processed cheese foods. Approximately two and a half years later, her overall interest in Quality within manufacturing led her to Kraftâ€™s production facility in Lehigh Valley, PA. Her work there continued successfully for the next 10 yrs as a Quality Supervisor in the Enhancements division, better known for Miracle Whip, salad dressing, BBQ sauces, etc. In 2002, Analee ventured away from Kraft launching a brief stint within the meat industry as a HACCP Coordinator focusing on the regulatory and food safety requirements as directed by the USDA. Then in late 2004, with what she deems a stroke of luck having spent 2 long years in the cold and wet, Analee was hired by Just Born, Inc where she is currently working as a Sr. Technical Services Manager.

Directions to Kutztown Tavern:

From Allentown: Route 222 take exit to Kutztown Road. Take slight right at Kutztown Road and continue onto E. Main Street. Tavern will be on left, at 272 West Main Street.

From Reading: Route 222 north to exit 1, Virginville/Kutztown. Follow business Rt 222 North past the airport, thru Kutztown University to the second stoplight. The Tavern is on right, at 272 West Main Street.

Primary parking is behind the building and is somewhat limited, so car-pooling and early arrival is suggested. Other parking may be available on nearby streets and lots (see their website at www.kutztowntavern.com). If necessary, parking can always be found about 3 blocks down the hill at a strip mall on Constitution Blvd.

APICS Schuylkill Valley Chapter

2010-2011 Programs Schedule

October 20 (Wednesday): Topic: “Working w/ Gov’t Contractors”, Program will be followed by plant tour of Hydrojet Incorporated, Reading, PA.

November 17 (Wednesday): Topic: “Preventing the Backdoor Deal”, Speaker - Dr. Soheila R. Lunney, President of Lunney Advisory Group. Joint Meeting with IMA, and NAPM. Location is The Inn at Reading.

December 2 (Thursday): Breakfast Meeting, Topic: “Total Cost of Ownership”. Location is The Inn at Reading.

January 10 (Monday): Berks County Business Panel Discussion, Topic: “Business Strategy for the “New Normal””, Panelists planned from Sweet Street Dessert,

February 17: Topic: “Business Insurance”, IMA-hosted meeting.

March 16: Topic: “Supply Chain Ethics”, NAPM-hosted meeting.

April 11: Plant Tour, East Penn Manufacturing.

May 12 (Thursday): Topic: “Sales and Operations Planning”’ Speaker: Bill Whiteside of Demand Solutions.

June: Networking Night TBD

July: Networking Night TBD

Are you Unemployed or Seeking a Job?

Are you unemployed or seeking a job? One of the exciting aspects of today’s business world is that we sometimes find ourselves with the job of finding a new job. If that is your situation:

If you are an unemployed APICS member whose membership is coming up for renewal and you are actively seeking work within the production and inventory management field, you may apply for an extension of membership benefits through the Unemployed Membership Extension Program (see details below).

If you would like to review Darnall Daley’s new book to be published sometime this year, “How to get a Job”

We will post your professional resume on the Chapter web site.

If you would like to discuss you prospects with someone who has been through this several times – Contact Darnall Daley – 610-373-3478 or Email at fdarnall@comcast.net.

Benefits Extension for Unemployed Members

APICS members who are temporarily unemployed and actively seeking work within the operations management business sector can use a form to request a six-month extension of their membership at no cost. This opportunity now can extend for a total of eighteen months, if required! Members submit their completed form to their local chapter president for approval. The chapter president submits the completed form to APICS Headquarters for processing. Students, retirees, and buy-out participants are not eligible. For information, please contact Darnall Daley – 610-373-3478 or Email at fdarnall@comcast.net.

Special Schuylkill Valley Benefits for Unemployed Members!

Schuylkill Valley Chapter members who are currently unemployed can take advantage of a special program to obtain education and networking opportunities by using the following:

Attendance at:

Chapter Monthly Dinner Meetings and Lunch and Learns - Free of Charge

Chapter Workshops – Minimum cost of $50.00

Chapter CPIM Certification Classes – Minimum cost of $100.00.

Strategic Management of Resources

Thursday Nights, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

September 16^th to November 11^th 2010

Where: Reading Area Community College, Reading, PA

Cost: $450 includes course materials, instruction, and certificate.

Email registration to fdarnall@comcast.net or call 610-373-3478

See website and newsletter at www.apics-sv.org

Strategic Management of Resources explores the relationship of existing and emerging processes and technologies to manufacturing strategy and supply chain-related functions. The course focuses on aligning resources with the strategic plan, configuring and integrating operating processes to support the strategic plan, and implementing change.

Major Topics

Aligning resources with strategic plans
Choices affecting infrastructure
Configuring and integrating operating processes
Supply chain management
Configuring and integrating design and development and cost-management processes
Project management
Measurement management
Change management
Capacity

Our 35^th Year of Excellence

In Supply Chain Education

Congress for Progress 35

September 24, 2010, Bethlehem, PA

Adding value and “Listening to the Voice of our Customer” makes this conference the benchmark for supply chain education. Our team challenges you to join us for the latest and most up to date, cutting-edge presentations. Please visit our web site for complete details and registration at www.cp-apics.org.

The conference is scheduled for Friday, September 24, 2010 sharing the APICS Mid Atlantic District meeting weekend. The format will be a One-Day Conference with twelve speakers plus a Keynote at a cost of $399 for the full conference, including lunch, if registered by August 27, 2010; $449 afterwards. A special Student price is available for $60. The location will be the Best Western Lehigh Valley Hotel and Conference Center, 300 Gateway Drive, Bethlehem, Pa.

You will be able to attend Two Focus Clinic Sessions (1-1/4 hours each) from an offering of eight presentations on the some of the following topics: Theory of Constraints, Blended Project Management Methodology, Inventory Management, Global Procurement, Responsive Business Planning, Lean Improvement, Navigating Your Career Path, and, Strengthening Relationships by Understanding Temperment.

You will also be able to attend one Mini-Workshop (1-3/4 hours) with the following topic choices: Lean Six Sigma for Demand Management, Effective Sales & Operations Planning, Supply Chain Visibility, and, Corporate Success Practices.

Lunch will be provided along with our Keynote presentation, Operations Management - Our New Normal; Uncertainty, Complexity & Risk, presented by Greg Schlegel, VP of Business Development for Shertrack LLC.

Congress for Progress 35 Schedule

www.cp-apics.org

Friday 09/24/10	7:00 - 9:00 AM	Registration
	A.M. Flights	Fundamentals	Supply Chain & Logistics	Operations Management	Career Management
	9:00 - 10:15 AM Focus Clinics	A1 Everything Herbie Taught Me About Theory of Constraints Rick Cathers	B1 Blended Project Management Methodology Based on an Oil & Gas Offshore Logistics Project Steve Desirey	C1 Responsive Business Planning Mike Ford	D1 Strengthening Relationships by Understanding Temperament Dave Flory
	10:30 - 11:45 AM Focus Clinics	A2 The Top 8 Pitfalls of Inventory Management Art Shaffer	B2 Global Procurement Strategies Jerry Buhosky	C2 Lean Improvements That Are Sustainable Al Leigh	D2 Navigating Your Career Path Gary Pezutti
	12:00 - 12:45 PM 12:45 - 1:30 PM	Lunch Conference Keynote Operations Management—Our New Normal; Uncertainty, Complexity & Risk Greg Schlegel
	P.M. Flights	Fundamentals	Supply Chain & Logistics	Operations Management	Career Management
	1:45 - 3:30 PM Mini-Workshops	A3 Lean Six Sigma for Demand Management Janice Gullo	B3 Supply Chain Visibility Rick Donahue	C3 Effective Sales & Operations Planning Howard Forman	D3 Corporate Success Practices Maryanne Ross