Lean White Belt

Is an entry-level introduction to Lean to help build awareness of Lean concepts, tools and techniques. This will enable candidates to improve personal and team productivity as well as supporting Lean process improvement initiatives to facilitate informed decision making about Lean implementation
Course Code
Course Delivery
Course Pre-requisite(s)
LWB
1 Day
None
Objectives
Elements
Tools / Learning Approach
  • Acquire a basic understanding of Six Sigma, Lean and Theory of Constraints
  • Understand the specific DMAIC processes including: (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve and Control)
  • Understand process variations and the importance of effective Lean Value Stream Mapping
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the Process from a Customer’s perspective
  • Develop the ability to ‘See’ the process better and identify the deadly wastes
  • The course is intended as an introduction to staff at all levels in an organisation as it gives a basic understanding of improvement methodologies
  • The course is based on the ASQ (American society for quality) white belt general introduction
  • Key Concepts
  • Voice of the Customer
  • 8 Wastes
  • Value Stream Mapping & Process Mapping
  • Flow
  • Value Adding Analyses
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Error Proofing
  • 5S
  • Visual Management
  • Hands on examples.
  • TLS Model.
  • Normal Distribution & Process Capability.
  • Practical demonstrations of process theory
  • Core lean, Six Sigma and TOC principles.
  • Customer perspective on value.
  • Value Vs Non Value.
  • Waste identification.
  • Process Mapping.
  • The Value Stream.
  • The Current State Map.
  • Value Stream Analysis.
  • The Future state map.
  • Lean Building Blocks.
  • Workplace Organisation – 5S.
  • 5S (Exercise).
  • Visual Management.
  • Employee Involvement & Continuous Improvement.
  • Quality at the source.
  • Thinking Lean (Exercise).
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