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Efficiency, responsiveness, and quality are non-negotiables in our precision machining operations. Traditional batch production methods often lead to overproduction, excess inventory, and longer lead times. To address these issues, A.R.E. Manufacturing has adopted Lean manufacturing principles including takt time production.
There are a variety of different aluminum tooling plates, and each of them has different benefits. But over the past several years at A.R.E. Manufacturing, we’ve started to prefer ATP-5 as a material. In fact, we recommend it to customers who send us plans that initially request a different type of material. And once we explain why we’re making that recommendation, many of them permanently switch their parts to ATP-5.
At A.R.E. Manufacturing, we’re committed to producing high-quality components and surpassing customer expectations every time. Our utilization of ProShop ERP plays a pivotal role in achieving this goal. Since implementing this technology in 2019, we’ve noticed a significant difference in our part quality, lead times, and internal organization. Let’s explore how our integration of ProShop ERP has transformed our operations and benefited our valued customers.
At A.R.E. Manufacturing, we believe in building careers, not just offering jobs. Our rigorous training program epitomizes this mentality. We don’t want our people to simply act as button pushers and material handlers. We encourage our people to learn the ins and outs of each stage of precision machining and gain expertise at various levels.
Thank you to all who joined us this year! We had a great turn out and lots of fun this year. 10 teams came out and played a scramble style tournament. We announced winners and drew names for the raffle prizes after a great lunch provided by Bert’s Chuckwagon this year! Thank you to Chuck at the Bayou Golf course for hosting our group. Join us next year for a fun day at the course!
On May 24th ARE hosted a blood drive with partner with DCI and Fernwood Grange. It turned out to be a great success. We were able to fill all of the appointments, had all but 2 show up. In total we were able to collect 31 donations! Of those, 16 were ARE employees, Thank you to everyone who participated! These donations could save up to 93 lives. It was a great showing of community support. Watch for information about our next drive. Thank you to Red Cross for allowing us to host.
In December, the Oregon Bankers Association recognized ARE as the 2022 Community Applause Award winner. The award is given each year to an Oregon business that gives back via significant service and contributions to their community. ARE was nominated by Amanda Bowlby, Newberg branch manager at First Federal. In Amanda’s words, “I believe ARE has built a truly unique experience for high school students. Tiger Manufacturing allows students to develop solid career-ready skills and the ambition to drive their own future, while also providing services to our local businesses. It is an inspiring program that matches First Federal’s desire to be a good steward within our community. It has been an honor to work with Alvin for many years. His efforts continue to inspire me and many others.” Thank you to First Federal and Oregon Bankers Association for recognizing the work we are doing!
We were nominated for this national award by Willamette Workforce Partnership who we have been involved with for many years. NAWDP held a 4 day youth development symposium in North Carolina. They invited Alvin out to accept his award in person. on Thursday Nov 17th Alvin accepted an award for Youth Employer of the Year 2022. We would like to say Thank you for the honor! A.R.E. Manufacturing, Inc. is committed to giving youth in our community the opportunity to explore the machining industry.
