Nebraska Worker Training Program Awards Grant to Exmark Manufacturing

State funding to increase company’s competitiveness through certification in Lean manufacturing

Beatrice, Neb. (2/20/15) — Exmark Manufacturing announced today that it has received a training grant from the Nebraska Worker Training Program. The grant will help the company maintain its competitive position in global markets by providing lean enterprise training and certification for four Exmark employees.

“In its quest to be a world-class manufacturer, nearly 15 years ago Exmark began implementing principles of lean manufacturing into its business,” said Exmark’s, Human Resource Manager, Tyler Berry. “This process of continual improvement is ongoing, and this grant provides the opportunity for Exmark to significantly increase the number of manufacturing staff with lean enterprise certification.

“The process of becoming a lean organization helps Exmark stay competitive by reducing waste and non-productive time, which leads to increased quality, shortened production times and improved delivery.”

Training for the Exmark employees will take place at the Nebraska Business Development Center at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, and is schedule to be complete by August 2015.

Learn more about Exmark and the products it offers at Exmark.com.

About Exmark
Exmark Manufacturing was incorporated in May 1982 as an independent manufacturer of professional turf care equipment. Today, it is the leading manufacturer of commercial mowers and equipment for the landscape professional. Exmark mowers are purchased 2-to-1 over the next best-selling brand by landscape maintenance professionals. In addition to designing, building and marketing quality turf care equipment, Exmark’s goal is total customer satisfaction. All Exmark products are designed to help customers increase productivity while delivering unmatched quality. Products are sold to distributors and dealers who share the company’s commitment to customer service and quality products. Learn more at Exmark.com.

Note to Editors: All media inquiries, image or interview requests should be directed to Matt Gersib at (402) 314-2150 or mattgersib@gmail.com. For other inquiries, please contact Exmark Mfg. Co., Inc., Industrial Park N.W., P.O. Box 808, Beatrice, NE 68310-0808; (402) 223-6300.