January 2013

January 2013 89 Ki – 3rd Quarter

President’s New Year’s Speech

Issue 25

Happy New Year

By Koji Suzuki

I hope you had a great shutdown…. and I hope you are ready for another challenging year at HTM. Thank you for your dedicated commitment this past year while we were recovering from two major tragic natural disasters that hit Japan and Thailand impacting our production. Due to everyone’s efforts and commitment, we have been able to return to full production while maintaining high quality and stability. 2012 was the successful start up of new technology with CVT and the 13 Model Accord. This new Earth Dreams Technology represents an all new powertrain strategy that strengthens Honda’s commitment to be the fuel-economy leader. The team’s efforts have also been well documented in the media throughout the year. In October, we celebrated our 30th anniversary of production. This celebration was a great occasion to look back on our past accomplishments and share with our fellow associates and families. As we looked back over 30 years, we have accomplished many things…but I am confident we will be able to make our future even brighter!

Looking at HTM’s SQCDEM for the past year. Our safety is continuing to improve. I appreciate everyone's efforts to create and maintain a safer work place. Let’s work hard toward safety success. I want each and every associate to keep focusing on quality. Through mass-production, just one process mistake can contribute to others, causing huge problems to frame plants or even to Honda users. We have put strong efforts in cost down activity. Please share your idea and participate in any activities including A.W.A.R.D. and NH Circle. We see a good trend improving our run rate over most production lines, let’s keep enhancing activity to achieve a high level of stability. Honda has made a commitment for CO2 reduction and Green Factory. NH Circles have exceeded the targets year to date while A.W.A.R.D.S remain almost the same. Please continue to participate and feel “the Joy of Creating” to make your own workplace and team better. The future starts now in 2013. HTM’s Vision: Be the Leader in Drivetrain Mfg., with Challenging Spirit, flexibility, and speed, to maximize Joy for our Customers. We will continue to localize for CVT technology. HPDC is just now moving into its expansion area. Two 2500 ton machines will arrive this month. A third 2500 ton machine will be added at the end of this year. ALMC is making modifications to its existing lines to produce cases for CVT 14 Model Accord later this year. In preparation for 15 Model, you will see demolition and construction of a new ALMC building expansion with a new machining line. We will add another CVT line in Assembly and ATG will relocate existing lines to make room for two new lines. 4WD is working on a lighter weight , lower cost RR Diff Assembly, referred to as X-62. This will start production in mid 2014. Honda’s Global product strategy will continue to evolve as we provide for more customers in more countries. This means that each region will need to take on more responsibility to develop and produce products for customers in its own region. We need to change to a business structure unique to Honda, that ensures the independence of all regions, and maximizes all regional resources globally. In the future, we will need to be self reliant, be the Leader, with capabilities to be the first site to start a completely new product at our facility. The 4WD product, X-62 is our first attempt with motherless development. We want associates to feel confident and take complete ownership of their processes. Work as though you are the one pushing Honda along. Confirming quality in the process is going to be even more important as we introduce advanced levels of technology – both in the product and on the plant floor processes. In addition, more models and products will be built in North America at various Honda locations. HTM will be expected to provide regional support to these locations. Model allocation in North America may change, impacting our overall production volume. Customer expectation will continue to demand new products providing high quality, fuel efficiency and reasonable price. We have focused on FSI and this has resulted in pockets of loss elimination – but we need more. In each dept, we have asked to identify its total loss areas and this should be visually displayed. All of us should understand these loss areas and consider how each of our individual’s everyday work can contribute. I want to emphasize the importance of your involvement in the NHC and AWARD programs. It is a good example of a way to get involved in identifying and solving problems. I want your help to improve your processes, making it safer, produce better quality and make it more efficient. This is what we call in Honda Philosophy, “The Joy of Creating”. As we compete on a global basis, it’s critical that we continuously examine all aspects of our business. This means even looking at our work week structure, benefits and other areas that impact our competitiveness. For 30 years, you have developed a way of manufacturing that is respected throughout the industry… and now I ask that you continue to show your passion and find joy in devoting energy to your job. This is the real Honda value. We want you to feel joy in making big things happen at HTM. I am excited about the future because I know WE ARE READY!!!

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PREPARE for the NEXT DECADE 2010~2020 By Dave Schmitt

Be the Leader in Drivetrain Mfg., with Challenging Spirit, Flexibility, and Speed, to maximize Joy for our Customers. Let’s discuss more about Honda’s manufacturing operations & what HTM Associates should be thinking & doing everyday. Since we are often so busy taking care of daily business issues, it’s possible for us to lose sight of the “big picture”. We are all actually part of a much larger objective, but if we forget this, some of us may start asking, “Why are we doing this?… Do we really need to do that?... I can’t see the value of my actions - isn’t there something missing?...” That’s the time when we should take a moment to reflect. It’s time to re-visit the reasons for HTM’s existence, and recall our “big picture”. The diagram below attempts to explain the “HTM Value Exchange Circle”. It is the essence of our business & how we should interact with our Customers, Business Partners, and the Local Community:

It all starts with you, the Associate, working cooperatively in Teams, to accomplish 3 main things: 1.) Contribute positively to Society – support our local community. 2.) Care for the Earth – act responsibly on Environmental issues. 3.) Offer a Product with Value – create something useful that our Customers really want. In exchange, we believe our Customers will compensate us, not only with money, but also with trust. They will see Honda is a good company, trying to do the right things, and hopefully they will want to make life-long relationships with us. Most of us actually won’t make personal contact with our Customers, so instead, we rely on products to represent us. In this way, we say, “Our Product = Our Company’s Ambassador”, demonstrating our dedication & credibility to our Customers.

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Classic Loss •

Over production

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Waiting (Wasting Time)

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Unnecessary Processing

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Excess Inventory

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Excess Motion

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Defective Products / Documents

Utilize teamwork to more quickly reduce our losses as a company

Get involved, Pride Circle, Awards, Department Business Plan Themes, ask your Department Head to assist you in getting started.

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HTM Operations Planning Jan 2013 J.Wauben

December 3rd – 7th

Columbus, Ohio

NH Circles Representing HTM

Time Bandits – ATG Dept.

MS Powerhouse – MS Dept.

Left to Right; Dan Napier, Ken Rush, Rob Shaw, Brian Knight, & Mark Lambert

Team Building Event

Left to Right; Rick Scheiderer, Kathy Roach, Dan Heitman, Jim Jenkins, & Joe Noreiga

Fun Evening

Team Building Event

Culture Day

HondaJet On Display

Auto Racing

Rock Climbing

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From Mike Fagan Expansion PL

The receiving docks in the New Expansion

The new HPDC High Bay area for the 2500 ton machines

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From Mike Fagan Expansion PL

Break Room

Office

High Bay

Lab Areas

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The HPDC overhead cranes were installed in December

Work is progressing on the New Melt furnace installation

ALMC started modifying Line 2 for CVT and added a new 6 Index Cell.

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at Honda Transmission Manufacturing

HTM implemented a new approach to safety education when we introduced the Safe Start in December of 2010. The Class was developed by Larry Wilson. Larry was a young behavior based safety (BBS) consultant in Canada, and his work was producing impressive injury reductions. But, he also saw the limitations of BBS. It was effective at eliminating deliberate risk, but it didn’t get at “error” very well. Through his training classes with 1000’s (and 1000’s) of regular workers, Larry realized states like rushing, frustration, fatigue and complacency—much more than a lack of knowledge—contributed to human errors. By continuing to explore the role of states and errors during his classes and on-the-job observations, Larry confirmed the now familiar “4 states lead to 4 errors, which increase the risk of injury” pattern (see Figure 1). (cause)

* Rushing * Frustration * Fatigue * Complacency

(which cause)

* Eyes not on task * Mind not on task * Line-of-fire * Balance, traction, grip

(to become)

To become

Figure 1 – SafeStart State-to-Error Diagram

Of course, confirming the pattern wasn’t enough. Larry used his vast experience as a safety consultant to develop the four CERTs (Critical Error Reduction Techniques) to reduce risk by combatting the state-to-error pattern. You can see the influence of hundreds of observations and accident investigations in these simple, yet powerful techniques. As Larry says, “this is what it’s really about, skills that you can use in real time”. Upon completion of the Safe Start class, you have tools necessary to help effectively manage your habits to avoid the mistakes you never wanted to make in the first place. You will receive a set of DVDs to take with you so that you can share Safe Start concepts with your family and friends. You will also have the opportunity to win valuable prizes just for completing the “SAFESTART Home” DVD. Since its introduction at HTM, the plant safety and health department have trained nearly 300 associates. If you have not yet taken Safe Start, please refer to the online training schedule for availability and have your department training rep sign you up today! If you have questions about the class, please call Jerry Cline, Ext. 63903, Teresa Voss, Ext. 61902, or Matt Bost, Ext. 66978.

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10 Winter Skin Care Tips 1. Seek a Specialist If you go to your local drugstore, it'll be hard to find a salesperson who can give you good advice. That's why going to an esthetician or dermatologist even once is a good investment. A specialist can analyze your skin type and troubleshoot your current skin care regimen. "Inexpensive products work just as well as high-end ones," says David Voron, MD. “The extra price you pay for the expensive stuff is often just for packaging and marketing. What's most important is how your skin responds to the product -- and how you like its feel, not how much money you paid for it.“

2. Moisturize More Find an "ointment" moisturizer that's oil-based, rather than water-based, as the oil will create a protective layer on the skin that retains more moisture than a cream or lotion. (Hint: Many lotions labeled as "night creams" are oil-based.) Choose your oils with care because not all oils are appropriate for the face. Instead, look for "nonclogging" oils, like avocado oil, mineral oil, primrose oil, or almond oil. Shea oil -- or butter -- is controversial, because it can clog facial pores. You can also look for lotions containing "humectants," a class of substances (including glycerin, sorbitol, and alpha-hydroxy acids) that attract moisture to your skin.

3. Slather on the Sunscreen No, sunscreen isn't just for summertime. Winter sun -- combined with snow glare -- can still damage your skin. Try applying a broadspectrum sunscreen to your face and your hands (if they're exposed) about 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply frequently if you stay outside a long time.

4. Give Your Hands a Hand The skin on your hands is thinner than on most parts of the body and has fewer oil glands. That means it's harder to keep your hands moist, especially in cold, dry weather. This can lead to itchiness and cracking. Wear gloves when you go outside; if you need to wear wool to keep your hands warm, slip on a thin cotton glove first, to avoid any irritation the wool might cause.

5. Avoid Wet Gloves and Socks Wet socks and gloves can irritate your skin and cause itching, cracking, sores, or even a flare-up of eczema.

6. Hook Up the Humidifier Central heating systems (as well as space heaters) blast hot dry air throughout our homes and offices. Humidifiers get more moisture in the air, which helps prevent your skin from drying out. Place several small humidifiers throughout your home; they help disperse the moisture more evenly.

7. Hydrate for Your Health, Not for Your Skin You've heard it before: Drinking water helps your skin stay young looking. In fact, it's a myth. Water is good for your overall health and "the skin of someone who is severely dehydrated will benefit from fluids, but the average person's skin does not reflect the amount of water being drunk," Kenneth Bielinski, MD, tells WebMD "It's a very common misconception."

8. Grease Up Your Feet Yes, those minty foot lotions are lovely in the hot summer months, but during the winter, your feet need stronger stuff. Try finding lotions that contain petroleum jelly or glycerin instead. Use exfoliants to get the dead skin off periodically; that helps any moisturizers you use to sink in faster

9. Pace the Peels If your facial skin is uncomfortably dry, avoid using harsh peels, masks, and alcohol-based toners or astringents, all of which can strip vital oil from your skin. Instead, find a cleansing milk or mild foaming cleanser, a toner with no alcohol, and masks that are "deeply hydrating," rather than clay-based, which tends to draw moisture out of the face.

10. Ban Superhot Baths Soaking in a burning hot bath feels great after frolicking out in the cold, but the intense heat of a hot shower or bath actually breaks down the lipid barriers in the skin, which can lead to a loss of moisture. You're better off with just warm water and staying in the water a shorter amount of time. A lukewarm bath with oatmeal or baking soda can help relieve skin that is so dry it has become itchy. You can periodically reapply your moisturizer. If those techniques don't work, go see a dermatologist. You may need a prescription lotion to combat the dry skin or you may have a condition that isn't simply dry skin and that requires different treatment.

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Voluntary Benefits Change

Many initiatives are taking place within HTM that focus on job process efficiencies. One initiative that Administration is undertaking is the elimination of processing premiums for voluntary benefits for Aflac, Trustmark, and Security Life. This change occurred as of January 1, 2013. The effect this will have on you as a current participant is HTM will no longer payroll deduct your premiums. You will pay your premiums directly to Aflac, Trustmark, or Security Life with a process called “direct billing”. The options are as follows: * Auto withdrawal from your checking or savings account * Check (if not paying monthly) You will have the option to pay your premiums quarterly, semiannually, or annually. Your premium cost will remain the same. Aflac has offered to credit you with two months of free premiums. Therefore, your first payment for plan year 2013 will not be due until March 2013. Trustmark and Security Life will not be waiving two months of premiums, therefore, your first premium will be due on February 1, 2013. Each carrier will notify you, via letter, to verify the payment method of your choice. The Scott Group will also be available to assist with any questions you may have. You can contact them at 1-800-548-6165.

* Please remember your benefits and premiums will remain the same.

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John Crabtree Hire Date – 01/04/1988

Chris Sargent Hire Date – 01/04/1988

2013 HTM Safety Shoe Truck Schedule 1/23/13 - Redwing 2/12/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 3/12/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 4/09/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 5/14/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 6/05/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 7/17/13 - Redwing 8/01/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 9/04/13 - Safety Solutions (Semi) 10/08/13 - Safety Solutions (Box) 11/19/13 - Safety Solutions (Box) 12/10/13 - Safety Solutions (Box)

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John Johnson Hire Date: 7/14/1986 End Date: 1/21/2013

Craig McDorman Hire Date: 5/17/2001 End Date: 1/2/2013

Tom Maynard Hire Date: 9/9/1999 End Date: 12/31/2012

Norman Madison Hire Date: 2/25/2008 End Date: 1/2/2013

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Adecco Associate who works at HTM Recognized for Saving Man’s Life During Recent Fire The quick actions of a recent high school graduate proved to be life-saving for another man and the teen was recognized for his valor during a Sunday ceremony in Lakeview. On Nov. 22, Thanksgiving Day, Dennis Thornsberry, 19, returned home shortly after 10 p.m. and heard shouting throughout the Chippewa Park neighborhood where he lives. He at first thought it might be an argument at his neighbor’s home, but then he noticed flames leaping high above a privacy fence at a nearby Chickasaw Path residence. When he went to investigate, a women told him a man had gone inside and had not come out. Mr. Thornsberry looked inside and saw a person on the floor. He instinctively tried the door to no avail before breaking out a window, crawling through and dragging the man. Both men were treated for smoke inhalation, but are alive and well today. “If it wasn’t for his heroic actions and doing what is right for his community, we would have had a fatality on our hands, “Lake Fire Chief Norm Spring said as he, his fellow officers and Lakeview Mayor Ryan Shoffstall presented a plaque to the teenage hero. Mr. Thornsberry, who humbly accepted the award, said he did not think about his own safety but acted out of concern. “I just wanted to get the guy out,” he said. “I just acted on my instincts.” His Valor also inspired Chief Spring to extend an invitation to Mr. Thornsberry to join the volunteer Lakeview Fire Department. “It takes the good commitment of a person like yourself,” Chief Spring told the young man. “Most of us have been on (the department) since we came out of high school in the 70’s and we need younger one’s.” Mr. Thornsberry, who currently works at Honda Transmission Manufacturing, said he had thought it over since being asked recently and that he “will give it a try and see how it works out.” Chief Spring said after a basic background check, he will formally recommend the recruit for council approval. If approved, the new volunteer firefighter will have to complete 36 hours of training in the first year and maintain continuous training throughout his time on the department. And if the Honda job doesn’t work out ,Chief Spring said, “Many of the people who leave here, go on to become full-time firefighters.”

Dennis Thornsberry, 19 of Chippewa Park, displays an award for valor he received for hauling an unconscious neighbor from inside a fully engulfed structure fire on Thanksgiving Day. Presenting the award are, left, Lakeview Fire Department Assistant Chief Danny Defibaugh, Chief Norm Spring, Capt. Tim Tanner, Assistant Chief Al Haerr and Lakeview Mayor Ryan Shoffstall.

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Get together with your friends and get fit for the upcoming spring season. Occasionally it becomes difficult to motivate yourself to work out well; we have created a solution for that. In the form of a “Biggest Loser” styled contest. You can gather a friend or a couple of friends and head to the gym, so together you can not only get fit, but possibly win some prizes. Sign up will begin at the end of January and the 12 week program will begin in February. *Look for actual sign up and program details in upcoming preshift announcement* Teams of 2 or 3  If you can not find a team, sign up and we can attempt to place you with a team  No more than 3 team members 

12 Weeks Long  Weigh Ins every two weeks  Most combined team weight loss wins  There will be mid way winners at Week 6  Winning teams will be awarded with a gift card for each member 

Teams of 2 that loose a combined 20 pounds win a T-Shirt Teams of 3 that loose a combined 30 pounds win a T-Shirt -15-

October 2012 10/29/12 10/29/12 10/29/12 10/29/12 10/29/12

November 2012

Mallory Wolf – Assy. Prod. Phillip Coleman – ATG Robert Handell – ATG Jesse Kite – Assy. Prod. Nathaniel Freshcorn – Assy. Prod.

11/5/12 – 11/12/12 11/12/12 11/12/12 11/12/12 11/12/12 11/26/12 11/26/12

December 2012 12/10/12 12/17/12 12/17/12 12/17/12 12/17/12 12/18/12

January 2013

Mike Sestito – ATG James Brueshaber – Assy.Prod. Greg Potteiger – FAC Carl King – Equip. Svc. Ralph Angstmann – HPDC Wesley Pyles - ATG

February 2013

Tuan Le – ALMC Mark Schaffer – Assy. Prod. Arlen Dillon – Assy. Prod. Keith Brantley – ALMC Kim Reichelderfer – RSG Don Whitmore – HPDC Kyomi Go – Accounting Evan Crabtree – Mat. Svc.

01/02/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13 01/07/13

Andrew Helser – FAC. Brandie Sheilds – Assy. Prod. Nathan Brunk – Assy. Prod. Robin Evans – Assy. Prod. Jason Snipes – Assy. Prod. David Rogers II – Assy. Prod. Belinda Glasgow – Assy. Prod. Winifred Sayoto – Assy. Prod. Ashley Wiswell – Assy. Prod. Craig Moeder – Proc. (MP) Joseph Brackney – ALMC Kevin Sheipline - PED

-Blood Pressure Checks

May 2013 -NHC Main Event August 15, 2013 – Deadline to complete Simple Steps Assessment and Preventative screening -16-