BENCHMARKING YOUR MACHINING BUSINESS
Top Shops
JD Machine
2744 North Parkland Blvd.
Ogden, Utah 84404
Phone: 801-782-4394
Fax: 801-782-4398
jdmachine.com
COMPANY DESCRIPTION
WEBSITE
jdmachine.com
END MARKETS SERVED
• Aerospace
• Communication
• Defense
• Energy
• Medical
• Nuclear
WORKPIECE MATERIALS
COMMONLY MACHINED
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Aluminum alloys
• Stainless steel
High-temp alloys
• Titanium
Nickel-based alloys • Tungsten
Plastics
22 MMS August 2013 mmsonline.com/topshops
Located in Ogden, Utah, JD Machine is
a manufacturer of precision-machined
components for customers in various industries. Because the company recognizes the
vital impact its employees have on all facets
of the business, it provides a working environment that fosters growth while identifying
indi v idu a l a nd te a m c o ntr ibu tions. JD
Machine's lean manufacturing mindset drives
continuous improvement and encourages
close employee involvement. As shown below,
it posts performance metrics and has monthly
meetings with employees to discuss how it
is performing compared to its goals.
T he c ompa ny's 45,0 0 0 -squ a re -fo ot
facility features a climate-controlled manufacturing area, dedicated assembly room
and energy-efficient building elements. It also
maintains shopfloor organization through
strict adherence to 5S principles.