Posts Tagged ‘remarkable people’
Happy Thanksgiving from the C.A. Lawton Co.
This Thanksgiving and holiday season, we reflect on all the people and things we are thankful for. At The C.A. Lawton Co., we are always thankful for our hard-working and caring employees that make Lawton the family it is today. We appreciate all members of our team, their safety, and their contributions to the continuous…
Read MoreOne-to-one meetings help employees succeed
At The C.A. Lawton Co., weekly one-to-one meetings with all employees have become a key element in cultivating remarkable people. Human resources manager Lori Goemans explains how they work, what makes them unique, and their power as a recruiting and retention tool in this interview. *This interview has been updated from its original publishing in…
Read MoreKitting and staging: preparation is key for Continuous Improvement
To effectively perform a task, all items required for that task need to be assembled. If the collection of these items is put off until the task has already started, many wastes may be realized before the task can be completed. Kitting and staging of items required to complete a task is an effective activity…
Read MoreLife during COVID-19
Lawton has instituted new safety precautions and changes to minimize social contact amid the coronavirus pandemic. Social distance is being practiced by the employees who have to be in the building. Everyone who enters is required to wear respirators and masks. During meetings of on-site personnel, respirators and social distancing are practiced. Visitors need appointments…
Read MoreLawton’s power of perseverance
Through all the past struggles Lawton has faced, it is important to look back on everything they have overcome. From the Great Depression or even the Recession of 2008, Lawton continues to persevere through hard times. In 1886, Jones Bank ran into financial difficulty, and as a result, closed its doors. This caused a great…
Read MoreThe C.A. Lawton Co. is pleased to announce the promotion of RJ Hawkins to the position of Engineering Manager
RJ joined Lawton in 2018 and brings 13 years of experience in the foundry industry in various roles such as engineering, sales, and management. RJ has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lamar University in Beaumont, TX. He started his foundry career at Luftkin Industries in Luftkin, Texas. President of Lawton, Barry…
Read MoreTaking stock of remarkable-ness at Lawton
Remarkable people get remarkable training at Lawton
Not surprisingly, training is a foundational element of the progressive culture at The C.A. Lawton Co. In this interview, Continuous Improvement LEAN Coach Randy Thyrion explains the company’s enlightened approach to it. What is a standard work initiative, and how does it help employees to retain new knowledge and skills? Thyrion: It’s a tool created…
Read MoreWhy Mike Likes Working at the C.A. Lawton Company
A long-time employee at the C.A.Lawton Company, Mike, tells why he likes working here. The company is just the right size, you can talk to the boss anytime, and the benefits are good!
Read MoreComo es el equipo con quien tu trabajas todo los días?
Jesús tienes 14 años trabajando por C.A. Lawton Company, nos dice como es el equipo con quien el trabajas todo los días.
Read MoreWhat would CA Lawton’s first employees say if they saw the company today, 135+ years later?
Far back Friday? What would CA Lawton employees from 135+ years ago say if they saw us today? Dawn, a Customer Service Rep who has been with the C.A. Lawton Company for 35 years answers the question, “What would employess from 135 years ago say if they saw the company today?”
Read MoreRemarkable people and one-on-one meetings
By: Lori Goemans I was recently having a conversation with a family member about “business-ey” type stuff. In the course of the conversation, I mentioned that supervisors are expected to have a 30-minute one-on-one meeting with each of their direct employees. Every week. It’s so important to Lawton that we structured our organization to limit…
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