Training Sessions
Lean 101
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OVERVIEW
This one-day, hands-on, ‘learning by doing’ style of workshop will cover the Lean concepts of customer focus, information and material flow and waste elimination. In this introductory session, participants will take part in simulation exercises to gain an understanding of the foundations of Lean and learn what it means to pursue perfection. This training can be taken in-person, online or remote facilitated.
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PROGRAM OUTLINE
IN-PERSON & REMOTE FACILITATED
One-day Workshop -6 hours (8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
- Ice Breaker
- Lean Philosophy & Principles
- VA, NVA, 8 Forms of Waste, House of Lean
- BREAK
- Waste Hunting
- Gemba Walk, Toast Kaizen, Meals per Hour
- LEGO Simulation
- LUNCH
- LEGO Simulation – Round 1
- BREAK
- LEGO Simulation – Round 2 and 3
- Reflection
- Adjourn
ONLINE
Half-day Workshop – 4 hours (8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
- Welcome, Intro, Agenda, Ice Breaker
- Learning Objectives
- Lean Principles & 8 Forms of Waste
- Waste Hunt
- Waste Hunt Report Out
- BREAK
- LEGO Simulation Intro
- Round 1
- Improvements for Round 2
- Round 2
- Improvements for Round 3
- Round 3
- LEGO Reflection
- Evaluation & Hansei
- Adjourn
COST
Costs may vary by province and may be eligible for government funding. Select your preferred location to view the prices for CME members and non-members.
An event confirmation will be sent one week prior to the start date. Cancellations must be received in writing 30 days prior to the first day of the course or a 50% cancellation fee will be charged. Replacement participant(s) will be accepted.
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PRE-REQUISITES
None
COURSE MODULES
- Module 1 | Lean Overview
- Module 2 | 8 Wastes
- Module 3 | Airplane Simulation
COURSE LENGTH & TIME COMMITMENT
Online sessions: One half-day in session
In-person sessions: One full day in session
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Understand the five principles of Lean; customer value, value streams, flow, “pull” type control systems and continuous improvement.
WHO CAN BENEFIT
Anyone requiring an introduction to the philosophy, terminology and core tools of Lean thinking. This course is suitable for everyone in the organization from senior leadership to front-line and support staff.
ONTARIO TRAINING
Thanks to the support of the Ontario government, CME has launched a Skills Development Program to provide free Lean training for manufacturing employees.