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Show HILL TOP TIMES Page 22 yolo W C December 18, 1981 ir o 1 By Dennis Price Directorate of Maintenance "people program" called Quality Circles. "Quality Circles" are people in the work force who do similar tasks in their areas. They are experts" who resolve quality, production, morale and communications problems. They establish group rules and voluntarily sit down for an hour each week to identify, analyze and resolve problems in their work areas and duties. Meetings do not deteriorate into "bull sessions" but are on a professional level. Circle members become aware of overall goals of the division and learn that problem-solvin- g is not only rewarding, but also fun. The program id based on the philosophy that people doing a se are the most about that task. As a knowledgeable job result, each member of a Quality Circle works smarter, not harder. rh(B its management is Maintenance is that workers are intelligent and want to do a good job. They are the best problem solvers, because they are the ones closest to the problem. All that is necessary to join a circle a high circle recommends, quality are approved. percentage In return for their efforts, circle members see fewer work area problems and in some cases, long range trouble areas have been eliminated. In addition, the ideas they develop V-h- can be submitted through the Air Force program. suggestion When on - not obligated to use the solutions that a t, K' this s program is to be an employee and want to get involved. . For information on how to become involved in the Quality Circle Program in the Industrial Products and Landing Gear Division, call me at Ext. 62387. h5 ":"A , - happens, circle members predetermine who will share in cash and awards. Members also benefit from a sense of Through their accomplishment. involvement, they see improved , particular w II Although Thomas Edison once said, "There is a way to do it better; find it." Personnel in the Industrial Products and Landing Gear Division in the Directorate of Maintenance are following that advice and are finding better ways to do their job through a "in-hou- s l4&0) ii?v ZZSF communications between workers and management, even worker and worker. One area which has improved through the Quality Circle Program involved the Triple Ejector Rack. This was a new workload brought into the Aircraft Missile Launcher Repair Unit. Through circle members anticipating the workload, they worked together and devised and implemented training to ' integrate it. The main premise of the Quality Circle Program in the Directorate of - -- tx: (U.S. Air Force Photo) Sharae Amidan, Aircraft Missile Launcher Repair Unit, discusses a problem concerning the Triple Ejector Rack with fellow Quality Circle members. By anticipating the workload, the members worked together and devised training methods and implemented them with the workers to get the job done. . nuc, LL. jflli Don't throw out your old comfics! Got 'cm ffiirod! Expert work Merl's Jewelry 'Our integrity is your assurance of quality service." 16 S. Main Clearfield 825-075- 2 Reasonable prices mini!; urn J s ifjjjjj' Utah Moot and Shoe Kepair 5qq 4220 Harrison if mmm mm. Hccdy to novo istmas info.... - " 1 Just behind J.B.'s Restaurant HOURS: Mon.-Fr- i. 9-5;- 30 "8 I t.5 j 394-478- ' Care enough to give Mrs. Cavanaugh's Quality Chocolates the Gift Delicious! CANDLEVJOOD 1356 Sq. Ft. of affordable living space, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully carpeted 8- draped including carport awnings, deck and landscaped. Price - Minimum Down Better Rate with Large Down. 10 JJ 300 ,, WUVi llflMlintf f See Bob Offic Located Clubhous (Adult Park Only) (III Tjl I I in Th n .JJNv y IUHL To We'd Like To Thank You For Your Patronage In The Past, And Hope To Serve You Again In The Future. CHINESE, AMERICAN yns.'TviAND i tV 5j ftvLrr-J- v I rllmmm,l H Good Cheer All Our Friends! poLYNES,AN F00D! West 500 South 170 (Upper Level LUestwoodVfflacrs Mobilehome Community 1111 N.2000W. - Ogden (Old Hwy.84) 731-312- 0 ) i V J AJ ) Exotic Dining ( Delicious Food j Friendly Service 3 1031 923j BOUNTIFUL f |