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Introduction to Lean Manufacturing

Lean Manufacturing

Streamline Operations, Reduce Waste, and Drive Continuous Improvement

In today’s fast-paced, competitive environment, efficiency and waste reduction are crucial for long-term success. This 6-hour, hands-on workshop equips participants with a foundational understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, essential tools, and strategies that create measurable improvements in workflows and operational performance. Through simulations and practical exercises, attendees will learn not only the theory behind Lean, but how to apply it in real-world manufacturing settings.

What You’ll Gain

  • Master Lean Principles: Understand and apply the five core principles of Lean thinking to drive continuous improvement
  • Identify and Eliminate Waste: Recognize the eight types of waste, differentiate value-added from non-value-added activities, and develop strategies to reduce inefficiencies
  • Streamline Workflow: Use value stream mapping, process analysis, and Lean tools to remove bottlenecks and optimize process flow
  • Hands-On Simulation Experience: Apply Lean techniques in a simulated environment to see their real-world impact and practice problem-solving
  • Advanced Lean Methods: Learn pull production, batch size reduction, setup reduction, TPM, and cellular flow to maximize efficiency and machine utilization

Why It Matters

Lean Manufacturing is more than a set of tools — it’s a strategic approach to improving productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. By attending this workshop, your business will:

  • Reduce operational waste and increase efficiency
  • Improve product quality and delivery times, boosting customer satisfaction
  • Empower teams to implement practical, sustainable improvements
  • Strengthen leadership and problem-solving skills across operators, supervisors, and managers

Click to learn more about IMC’s three-tier Lean Manufacturing training programs.

Who Should Attend

This training program is ideal for operators and technicians, engineers and production staff, supervisors and managers, and anyone responsible for improving processes, reducing waste, or driving operational efficiency

Secure Your Spot Now

Don’t wait to eliminate waste and boost productivity. Equip your team with the tools, skills, and strategies to achieve sustainable operational excellence.

IMC’s Introduction to Lean Manufacturing is held as an open enrollment program and is also available for onsite delivery. To discuss having his training at your facility, Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200

This training qualifies for WEDnetPA funding for qualified participants. Not familiar with WEDnetPA funding, contact IMC.

Testimonials


“The IMC Supervisor Effectiveness Training exceeded our expectations and provided valuable tools that supervisors can immediately apply in the workplace. The sessions were engaging, relevant, and ch… Read more

Tammy BubbControllerRemmey The Pallet Company


“IMC provided timely insight, valuable support, and expert guidance throughout the SMART-PA grant and ERP enhancement project. Their assistance helped us successfully install and validate a fully cu… Read more

Tammy BubbControllerRemmey The Pallet Company


“The IMC team provided valuable insight throughout the assessment process and helped us develop a clear roadmap for future growth. Their expertise enabled us to identify opportunities to improve effic… Read more

Mike SellersGeneral ManagerShumaker Industries, Inc.


“Through the Winning Teams program, we increased throughput in our laminate cleaning/inspection area by 18%, which also shortened the time for us to respond to vendors about defective products and t… Read more

Steve WagnerDirector of Training & DevelopmentNorthway Industries, Inc.


“We’re very pleased with the results of the training. It was a great way to break the ice regarding a systemic change in one of our oldest and most experience facilities. By training on change man… Read more

Bo PrattPresidentRockland Manufacturing Co.


The IMC and its staff have played an integral part in the success of Pik Rite’s Continuous Improvement culture as well as directly influencing more efficient production and operations. The proof is … Read more

Caleb ThomasProduct Line ManagerPik Rite, Inc.


We are a small organization and do not have IT staff. Before we found IMC, the task to implement CMMC seemed almost insurmountable. With their help, the process was no longer overwhelming, and we were… Read more

Terry KnouseVice President of OperationsNuVisions Center


5 Whys, SIPOC, Value Stream Maps, etc. are great ways to visualize problems that are difficult to pinpoint.

Brandon SmithQuality Control Lead TechnicianSilcoTek


The attendees of both training programs came away energized and eager to apply their new skills in training, coaching and communications. There is broad consensus that these skills should continue to … Read more

Jeanette WraggTraining ManagerPrysmian Group


We make investments where and when our workforce is skilled and ready.  The training was a solid foundation for supervisor development.

Steve PrentissVice President of Human ResourcesNittany Paper Mills, Inc.




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