Training Available

We can plan a training program onsite for your company or see the Event Schedule for the upcoming training schedule.

Introduction to Lean Principles
Participants learn the principles of lean manufacturing for a discrete, non-repetitive environment, and experience case study applications.  Simulation exercises are also used to reinforce such lean concepts such as batch-size reduction, visual signals, and standardized work.

5S/Workplace Organization & Standardization
The 5S System is a series of activities designed to improve workplace organization and standardization.  Participants learn 5S concepts and then gain firsthand experience by transforming a cluttered, disorganized production area into a clean, organized, and orderly workplace. .

Introduction to Lean Six Sigma
A one-day interactive and hands-on class introduces you to both Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.  Participants learn how both methods complement each other and how each is implemented.

Lean Champion Certification
Gain knowledge of LEAN principles through hands-on training, engaging classroom exercises, and practical assignments that pertain directly to your position in manufacturing or business. This program is 4 weeks long and is presented once per week to allow for the completion of assignments and comprehension of topics. LEAN Champion training hours and assignments qualify for Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) Lean Certification requirements.

Value Stream Mapping
Gain knowledge of this powerful, insightful and enabling tool which produces a detailed map of material and information flow, from raw materials at entry points, through operational processes, and then on to exit points as a finished product.

Lean Lunch N Learn
Learn how to improve cash flow and earnings through tried and true tactics such as processing error reduction, effective space utilization, and work-in-progress inventory handling reduction. Subjects covered in this 90-minute seminar include Value Stream Mapping, KanBan Inventory Reduction, and the Efficiencies of 5S.  Seminar is best suited for new employees, operational supervisors, and executives.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Learn how to collect data, understand data collection methods and analysis, and analyze root cause problems and wastes in an operations process.  Applying basic Lean Six Sigma tools will drive waste out of processes and reduce process variation.  After completing this ten-day training, participants become more data/metric oriented, root cause analysis driven, team oriented and thus become more effective in working on, leading and supporting Lean Six Sigma project initiatives linked to profit and strategic objectives.