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SUMMARY:Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics
DESCRIPTION:Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics\n(3-Hr\, in-person\, Altoona\, PA)\nThis program starts in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIMC’s Exploring Lean Manufacturing Basics\, 3-hour introductory program\, provides participants with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing. Join us May 28th to explore the basic concepts behind Lean thinking and how it supports efficiency\, teamwork\, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment. The program is designed to help employees become familiar with the key principles\, terminology\, and workplace practices that are part of a Lean culture. No prior Lean experience is needed\, just curiosity and a willingness to learn how your role fits into the bigger picture of improving processes and reducing waste. \nRegister now for only $189!\nRegister \nLearning Objectives:\n\nRecognize the basic principles of Lean Manufacturing and describe how they support an efficient and productive workplace.\nDiscover the importance of minimizing waste and being mindful of how everyday actions impact workflow and efficiency.\nUnderstand common Lean concepts and terminology used in manufacturing environments.\n\nCourse Outline:\n\nIntroduction to Lean Manufacturing\n\nDefinition\, origin and impact\nContinuous Improvement: Kaizen and Kata\n\n\nPrinciples of Lean Manufacturing\n\nUnderstanding value from the customer’s perspective\nSystems and process thinking\nImproving Flow\nEliminating Waste\n\n\nLean Tools and Techniques\n\nLean Production\n\nImproving Workflow\nMapping Processes\n\n\nReducing Waste\n\nThe 8 Wastes of Lean\nOrganization of Work and Workstations\n\n\nIdentifying and Solving Problems\n\nRoot Cause Analysis\nPlan-Do-Check-Act Cycle\n5 Whys\n\n\n\n\nDefinitions of Common Lean Terms\nQ&A and Wrap-up\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nBuild confidence on the shop floor by understanding Lean Manufacturing principles and how they impact your daily work.\nExplore what it takes to become a Lean/CI Rock Star when you learn tools and techniques that help you communicate better with continuous improvement leaders.\nUsing newly learned terminology\, you’ll become a highly valued communicator who is more visible and respected by both leaders and peers.\nBecome a self-assured champion for team discussion when you use real-world examples\, not textbook lingo when communicating with your peers.\n\nWho Should Attend:\nIdeal for anyone in manufacturing looking to boost efficiency and reduce waste. Perfect for: production operators\, team leads\, quality staff\, maintenance\, engineers\, materials/inventory personnel\, administrative support\, and new hires. No Lean experience required—just a desire to improve processes. \nRegister now for only $189!\nRegister \nMeet Your Presenter:\n \nInstruction provided by IMC Business Advisor Tim Davis. Tim has over 35 years of management and operational experience in manufacturing businesses in Central and Southwestern PA. Various career roles include Operations Manager\, Safety Manager\, HR Manager\, Sales Manager\, Sales Rep\, Service Manager\, executive/business coach and trainer. His areas of expertise include employee development\, strategic planning\, people skills\, effective communication\, leadership\, safety\, time management\, sales and customer service. \n  \nThis training qualifies for WEDnetPA funding for qualified participants. Not familiar with WEDnetPA funding\, Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/lean-basics-wmspt/
LOCATION:St. Francis Curry Innovation Center\, 1425 11th Avenue\, Altoona\, PA\, 16601\, United States
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