Field Notes

Is it beneficial to look at a different manufacturing process for your screw machined parts? The answer to your question lies in the part itself. While it may not always be beneficial to switch manufacturing processes, in the video and case study below you’ll see why, in this case, it was. You’ll also get a quick lesson on cold forming vs. screw machine.

Field was named by Trinity Industries® as a Premier Supplier at its annual supplier luncheon on Saturday, April, 22. During the supplier luncheon Trinity recognized suppliers that provided them with exceptional service during 2016. This is Field’s first time winning the Premier Supplier Award from Trinity. Trinity rail is one of the industry’s largest rail car manufacturers.

T’was the day before Christmas, Santa’s elves were working and filled with joy, when hundreds of kids suddenly wrote to Santa about a new toy

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Inc. magazine ranked Field NO. 3933 on its 35th annual Inc. 5000, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.

KEEP THINGS FUN. Work hard and play hard. Remember that the world has bigger problems than even the most difficult challenges that make up our daily work. Keep perspective. Don’t take yourself too seriously. Laugh every day.

Participate: Be an active part of the Field family by participating in improvement events, community activities, educational opportunities, team-building events, and just plain fun. Be engaged.

In my opinion, it is impossible to separate quality from housekeeping and an organized work space. There are several benefits of clean and well organized work spaces.

MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WORK/LIFE BALANCE. Stay happier, healthier, and more productive by balancing your time between work, family life, emotional/spiritual development, community activities, and physical fitness.

CELEBRATE SUCCESS. Recognizing people doing things right is more effective than pointing out when they do things wrong. Regularly extend meaningful acknowledgement and appreciation – in all directions throughout our company.

ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT WE’RE A FAMILY. Our relationships go deeper than simply being team members at work. We genuinely care for and about each other. Whether it’s a kind word during a tough stretch, a friendly smile each morning, or a helping hand in stressful times, show your compassion.

BE PROCESS-ORIENTED. World-class organizations are built on a foundation of highly effective, repeatable processes. Look to create processes for every aspect of your work, and then turn those processes into habits to achieve consistent results.