Packaging Odyssey (CONT’D FROM PAGE 1)
The core of their vision is to be the most respected in- dependent printer in the Western United States, and they achieve this through their innovative approach of engag- ing team members in the problem-solving process.
ticeable impact on company culture and morale. Through effective crisis communication and operational resilience, Royal Paper Box demonstrated the importance of being prepared for the unexpected. Their team banded together and did not miss a beat (although maybe some sleep), and were diligently focused on serving their customers, even while operating under stress. Darryl plans to take the stage at PPC’s upcoming Fall Meeting to share his key takeaways from the experience. While the tornado may have put their expansion plans a bit behind schedule, their team worked quickly to ensure it was just a blip on the radar (figuratively and literally). I was inspired by the chance to walk the freshly broken ground as they continue to expand their royal reach. Stop 2: Superior Lithographics - Showcasing Lean Man- ufacturing Mastery My journey continued with a stop at Superior Litho- graphics, where I met with President & COO Jeff Ku, an industry success story in his own right. Jeff spent over a decade working his way through the ranks, and is leading the operation today, for good reason. Ku’s noticeable background in lean manufacturing struck me, and my visit highlighted his commitment and leader- ship, evidenced by the incorporation of employee sugges- tions on safety and operational efficiency.
I learned that Superior Lithographics had implement- ed over 3,000 team member suggestions since launching the program 11 years ago, a testament to their dedication to creating a fulfilling work environment. Every member of the Superior Lithographics team has an opportunity for their voice to be heard, and this process of listening to new ideas is how we push our industry forward. CONTINUED ON PAGE 26 Leonczyk and Jeff Ku, President, Superior Lithographics.
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