ASSP Membership Meeting April 2024: “Finding a better way – everyone, every day” through Operational Excellence

Abstract: Operational Excellence and EHS are rooted in several shared theories – servant leadership, reduction of business risk, and collaboration across business functions. At Thermo Fisher, OpEx drives profit, productivity, and improvement by involving everyone across the organization. Come learn from Mr. Hopper about the What, How and Who of Thermo Fisher’s EHS and operational performance under an OpEx model. Takeaway tips and tricks of how you can enable continual improvement at your organization using standard OpEx tools like 5S, Daily Accountability Boards, Standard Work Practices, GEMBA walks, and more.  “Finding a better way – everyone, every day.” – Thermo Fisher Practical Process Improvements tag line

About our speaker: Jon Hopper is currently the Manager of EHS and Operational Excellence for Thermo Fisher in Bend, Oregon. He has 17 years of experience as a scientist, analytical chemist, safety professional, and manager. His deep experience in pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical device research & development, testing and manufacturing spans Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA, EPA, and other regulatory constructs. Jon loves spending time with his family and is an avid disc golfer. He’s been a member of ASSP since 2022.

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