Introduction to Lean Production

Course Overview

This interactive virtual workshop is ideal for manufacturing professionals, support teams, and anyone seeking a solid foundation—or a practical refresher—in Lean production principles.

Through engaging activities, real-world examples, and actionable guidance, you'll gain the tools to start reducing waste, streamlining processes, and driving meaningful improvements.
Whether you're new to Lean or looking to revisit the basics, this session offers clear, practical steps to bring Lean Production to life on the shop floor!

Lean Production is recognized as the most effective strategy for cultivating a culture of continuous improvement in pursuit of operational excellence.
It transforms the way organizations think and work by aligning processes to deliver consistent quality, enhance safety, and create greater value for customers.
Lean empowers teams to identify opportunities for improvement, drive innovation, and build resilient operations that thrive in today’s competitive manufacturing landscape.

This workshop is designed for manufacturing professionals and team members from related support functions who want to build a strong foundation in Lean production.

Understand the origins and relevance of Lean production.
Recognize the benefits of Lean cultures over traditional approaches.
Apply the five Lean principles in production settings.
Practice continuous flow and pull systems through hands-on exercises.
Learn core Lean concepts and leadership practices for sustaining a Lean culture.
Analyze production-focused case studies to identify success factors and overcome challenges.
Develop practical strategies for applying Lean to the shop floor and achieving lasting improvements.

Kickoff Activity: A dynamic icebreaker to set the tone and help participants connect with one another.
Origins of Lean Production: History, evolution, and relevance of Lean production principles today. Includes video clips to enhance engagement.
Lean Culture: Key objectives and benefits of Lean-focused cultures, and how they differ from traditional manufacturing cultures.
The Five Lean Principles: Definitions, benefits, and practical application examples. Includes video clips to illustrate key concepts.
Hands-On Activity: An interactive exercise demonstrating continuous flow and pull systems in a production environment.
Lean Fundamentals: Core Lean concepts and principles, with practical applications in manufacturing.
Lean Management System: Key leadership behaviors essential for fostering and sustaining a Lean culture. Includes video clips for illustration.
Case Studies in Production: Real-world examples of Lean implementations in manufacturing. Includes video clips showcasing success stories and key takeaways.
Applying Lean to the Shop Floor: Practical first steps, overcoming adoption obstacles, and embedding Lean into daily operations for long-term success.
Next Steps and Further Learning: Opportunities to continue learning with advanced workshops on Lean tools, leadership, and tailored training.

Join this engaging virtual workshop to explore the fundamentals of Lean production!
This session offers practical insights, interactive activities, and actionable steps to reduce waste, improve processes, and drive exceptional results on the shop floor!
Register Here.