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Course Objectives

Learners will be able to:

1. Understand the terms, terminology, and benefits of Lean Manufacturing.
2. Conduct value stream maps of the current state, identify the potentials for reduced waste and improved flow, and develop a future state map.
3. Participate in the development of a site-specific lean implementation roadmap.
4. Avoid the common pitfalls encountered during lean implementation.

Intended Audience

All employees working at a company instituting Lean Manufacturing.

Time To Complete

Approximately 14 to 16 hours.

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Course Outline

Lean Manufacturing is divided into three units: Lean Concepts, Lean Practices, and Implementing Lean. There are exercises throughout the program and upon completion of each unit learners can take the Lean Challenge to test their knowledge of what they learned in the unit.

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