Description

Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste so that every process step adds value for the customer. Fundamentals of Lean provides an overview of Lean concepts and application within manufacturing, and service based organizations. The facilitators will review how to create an effective continual improvement culture. The Kaizen Blitz event is a very effective approach to intensive and focused process improvement. You will learn the fundamentals of leading a Kaizen Event, including what is required to plan and run the event, and the process of following up after the event.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will:

• Understand the Seven Wastes and how they impact an organization
• Understand the role of Lean in a comprehensive continual improvement initiative
• Have a basic understanding of the various Lean tools and how they are used to reduce waste
• Understand the role of Kaizen for achieving continual improvement
• Begin to understand some of the cultural changes needed for success

Topics Covered

• Building the case for Lean
• Brief history of lean
• Review of Lean Tools 101
• How to organize for Lean deployment, eg. Lean Steering Committee, three levels of Kaizen, Team Building
• How to plan and run a Kaizen Blitz event
• How to develop, manage, and nurture a Lean thinking culture

Who Should Attend

Key candidates for this training are:

• Quality technicians, supervisors and managers


• Plant managers


• Directors and managers of engineering


• Vice presidents or managers of customer service


• Operations managers


• Vice presidents of manufacturing


• Directors and managers of patient services


• Patient quality managers


• CFOs


• Presidents


• CEOs

Organizations in sectors and industries will reap significant benefits from employees attending this program.

Prerequisites