Introduction to Lean Production Virtual Workshop!

Introduction to Lean Production

• 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 drive meaningful improvements in your organization.
• Whether you're new to Lean or looking to get back to the basics, this session offers clear, practical steps to bring Lean Production to life on the shop floor!

   

• Lean Production provides a clear and proven framework for creating value by relentlessly eliminating waste and optimizing the use of resources—offering organizations a pathway to sustainable growth and operational excellence.

• By transforming how teams think and approach their work, Lean fosters a mindset of accountability, adaptability, and problem-solving—ensuring consistent quality, reliable delivery, and enhanced safety across production systems.
• Building on this mindset, Lean equips teams with practical tools to address root causes, streamline workflows, and create a collaborative environment where continuous improvement and long-term success thrive.

Who Should Attend?

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

• Operations managers, production supervisors, and process engineers who want to improve workflows and reduce inefficiencies.
• Team members from support functions such as maintenance, quality assurance, logistics, and supply chain who contribute to production processes.
• Professionals and students seeking to explore Lean principles and practices.
• Anyone looking for practical, actionable strategies to optimize production and drive improvements in their organization..

• 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 to effectively apply Lean to a production environment.

Course Outline

1. Kickoff Activity: A dynamic icebreaker to set the tone and help participants connect with one another.
2. Origins of Lean Production: History, evolution, and relevance of Lean production principles today. Includes video clips to enhance engagement.
3. Lean Culture: Key objectives and benefits of Lean-focused cultures, and how they differ from traditional manufacturing cultures.

4. The Five Lean Principles: Definitions, benefits, and practical application examples. Includes video clips to illustrate key concepts.

5. Hands-On Activity: An interactive exercise demonstrating continuous flow and pull systems in a production environment.
6. Lean Fundamentals: Core Lean concepts and principles, with practical applications in manufacturing.

7. Lean Management System: Key leadership behaviors essential for fostering and sustaining a Lean culture.

8. Case Studies in Production: Real-world examples of Lean implementations in manufacturing. Includes video clips showcasing success stories and key takeaways.

9. Applying Lean to the Shop Floor: Practical first steps, overcoming adoption obstacles, and embedding Lean into daily operations for long-term success.

10. Next Steps and Further Learning: Opportunities to continue learning with advanced workshops on Lean tools, leadership, and tailored training.

Summary

 Join this engaging virtual workshop to explore the fundamentals of Lean Production!

 This session offers practical insights, interactive activities, and actionable steps to eliminate waste, improve processes, and drive exceptional results on the shop floor and throughout your organization!