Elevate Construction
Jason Schroeder
Elevating construction with interviews, training, and techniques that will make the build environment better for workers, our customers, companies, and the industry as a whole.
Episodes
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Jan 11, 2023 • 4min
Ep.730 - Lean Onboarding Series - Visual Management Systems
In this podcast episode Jason talks about the approach of using visual systems.
Jan 11, 2023 • 2min
Ep.729 - Lean Onboarding Series - Going to the Place of Work
In this episode Jason talks about the importance of solving problems on location at the place of work.
Jan 6, 2023 • 6min
Ep.728 - Lean Onboarding Series - Just-In-Time Deliveries
In this podcast Jason explains what JIT deliveries means and what it does not mean.
Jan 6, 2023 • 6min
Ep.727 - Lean Onboarding Series - Leader Standard Work
In this episode Jason explains the one thing every leader should have for him or her self and everyone that works for them--Leader Standard Work
Jan 6, 2023 • 3min
Ep.726 - Lean Onboarding Series - Problems are not a Problem
In this episode Jason explains why the best Foremen and Workers are always identifying and bringing problems to the surface.
Jan 6, 2023 • 5min
Ep.725 - Lean Onboarding Series - Finding & Removing Roadblocks
In this episode Jason talk about why workers and foremen should plan and prevent roadblocks instead of responding in the moment.
Jan 5, 2023 • 6min
Ep.724 - Lean Onboarding Series - 3S & 5S
In this podcast Jason explains the magic of the 5s system or habit. Sort Straighten Sweep/Shine Standardize Sustain
Jan 5, 2023 • 5min
Ep.723 - Lean Onboarding Series - Waste, Unevenness, & Overburden
In this podcast Jason talks about all three types of typical variation that a project, team, or crew may experience. The key is to identify them and fix them if they exist in the production line.
Jan 4, 2023 • 7min
Ep.722 - Lean Onboarding Series - The 8 Wastes
In this podcast Jason explains the 8 wastes in construction and how you can use them for continuous improvement.
Jan 4, 2023 • 5min
Ep.721 - Lean Onboarding Series - Buffers
In this podcast Jason covers the need for buffers in every part of construction and construction scheduling.
