Our Virtual Live Training classes are conducted through an online platform by one of our subject matter experts in one or more sessions. 

Target Audience

All employees seeking practical skills in Lean, including manufacturing, transactional, and office/service professionals. The Lean Foundations training course is ideal for those new to Lean concepts or in process improvement, management, or technical functions.

Course Summary

This Lean Foundations training course helps participants learn the essentials of Lean, including concepts, terminology, waste identification, and standard Lean improvement frameworks (PDCA, A3). The course combines lecture, discussion, simulation, and hands-on application for both manufacturing and service/office environments. Participants will learn to recognize, solve, and sustain workplace improvements using core Lean tools.

Course Objectives for Lean Foundations

• Describe basic Lean terms, principles, and concepts
• Differentiate Value Added vs. Non-Value-Added activities
• Recognize the eight sources of waste (DOWNTIME)
• Apply fundamental Lean tools and techniques, such as 5S, standard work, and visual management
• Understand inventory/process lead time relationships
• Identify differences between Strategic and Tactical Lean
• Recognize obstacles and success factors for Lean application
• Use Lean problem-solving methods (PDCA, A3)
• Identify, confirm, and solve workplace problems using Lean methodologies
• Collect and verify data to confirm solution effectiveness
• Lead and repeat Lean improvement projects

Agenda

Lean 101 

• Introduction & Simulation
• Lean principles and history
• The 8 wastes (DOWNTIME)
• Value stream mapping basics
• 5S/Workplace organization
• Visual management + standard work
• Simulation review & debrief

Lean Problem-Solving Tools

• Problem definition and gemba walk
• Root Cause Analysis: 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams
• Pareto analysis, process mapping
• PDCA and A3 project management
• Sustaining solutions and error proofing (Poka-yoke)
• Team exercises and project sharing

Methods and Materials

• • Instructor-led classroom or virtual format
  • Participant workbook 
  • Group exercises, real-world examples, and projects
  • Certificate of completion and ASQ Recertification Units

Training Time: 21 hours  

Continuing Education Credits (CEUs): 2.1

Training for Teams provides training for your group of employees in either a virtual live setting, or in-person at your facility. Connect with us to customize any of our standard courses to fit your specific need.