Lean Transformational Thinking
Training for Lean Teams
1 Day Course
Course Overview
This course covers the following topics:
- Fundamentals of Lean – Historical Background
- The Seven Wastes
- The 14 Disciplines – Video
- Value Stream Mapping – Current and Future (also offered as a stand-alone course)
- 5S Workplace Organization – Video
- Creating a Visual Workplace
- Set-up Reduction
- Cellular Workspaces
- Takt Time – Meeting Demand
- Kanban – Supply Management
- The Lencioni Pyramid
- Kaizen
- Team Dynamics
- A Lean Systems Simulation is conducted in this class where the participants will apply what they have learned and realize the value of Lean Thinking.
Learning Objectives
- Understand and identify and eliminate Waste in your organization
- Have a more organized and synchronous flow workplace
- See progress in the workplace and communicate it
- Realize shorter set-up times
- Understand what Cellular Manufacturing is, when and how to employ it
- Keep your finger on the “heartbeat” of the production system
- Set-up Kanban supply systems
- Conduct Kaizen Events to realize quick continuous improvements through team efforts
Target Audience
Individuals interested in learning how to apply Lean principles in their workplace.
Textbooks
- The Lean Pocket Guide – Don Tapping