Processing Distribution Management (PDM)
The PDM program equips new plant managers and bench candidates for success in their role through a two-week instructor-led, interactive and scenario-based course consisting of a one-week technical core and a one-
week leadership core. Topics include: creating a culture of safety; driving operational performance leveraging lean mail processing, transportation standards and enterprise analytics; and leading an engaged and high-performing workforce. PDM culminates in a performance-based project that integrates technical knowledge presented in week one with a final presentation in week two.
After successfully completing this program, participants will be able to:
1. Apply lean concepts to maximize efficiencies and eliminate wastes in processing operations.
2. Demonstrate methods that improve operational efficiencies by identifying and correcting performance issues.
3. Use real-time and near real-time data to make informed decisions.
4. Model leadership skills in the plant manager role.
5. Demonstrate best practices for creating a culture of safety to ensure a safe working environment.
6. Evaluate the regulatory processes that impact labor and employment relations in the plant.
7. Implement strategies that build relationships with staff, managers, and union representatives.
8. Present a Business Review Plan suitable for an executive audience.
Target Audience: New plant managers and bench candidates for the plant manager role
Course Length: 2 weeks (76 hours)
week leadership core. Topics include: creating a culture of safety; driving operational performance leveraging lean mail processing, transportation standards and enterprise analytics; and leading an engaged and high-performing workforce. PDM culminates in a performance-based project that integrates technical knowledge presented in week one with a final presentation in week two.
After successfully completing this program, participants will be able to:
1. Apply lean concepts to maximize efficiencies and eliminate wastes in processing operations.
2. Demonstrate methods that improve operational efficiencies by identifying and correcting performance issues.
3. Use real-time and near real-time data to make informed decisions.
4. Model leadership skills in the plant manager role.
5. Demonstrate best practices for creating a culture of safety to ensure a safe working environment.
6. Evaluate the regulatory processes that impact labor and employment relations in the plant.
7. Implement strategies that build relationships with staff, managers, and union representatives.
8. Present a Business Review Plan suitable for an executive audience.
Target Audience: New plant managers and bench candidates for the plant manager role
Course Length: 2 weeks (76 hours)