Learn the Basics of Lean Six Sigma
Lean Six Sigma Basics
The basic problem solving tools of Lean and Six Sigma are presented in the DMAIC format. This is a course
designed to help an organization improve the efficiency of processes throughout their management system.
Learn basic problem solving techniques in a non-statistical format in this 5-day course. The class
emphasizes application through hands-on simulations. Students are encouraged to identify a process
improvement project and apply the principles to that project. This course is appropriate for top managers
and floor level employees.
Lean Six Sigma Basics - Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of the Lean Six Sigma Course, students should:
- Understand the Lean Six Sigma methodology.
- Identify the customer and their needs.
- Select a project and define the problem.
- Create a process map.
- Be able to identify wasted activity in their work areas.
- Be able to create a Value Stream map and calculate Lean metrics.
- Identify cause and effect relationships.
- Be able to conduct a failure mode and effects analysis.
- Be able to conduct a 5S event and communicate instructions through visual images.
- Understand how the layout of a facility and the standardization of work contribute to the efficiency of
work flow.
- Understand how quick transitions improve the efficiency of processes.
- Be able to develop and implement improvements utilizing a Kaizen rapid improvement event.
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Lean Six Sigma Basics - Curriculum
The topics listed below are included in the Lean Six Sigma Basics course.
Define Phase
Intro to Lean Six Sigma
Voice of the Customer
Project Selection and Project Definition
Measure Phase
Process Mapping
Understanding the Value Stream
Identification of Waste
Analyze Phase
Cause and Effect
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis
Improve Phase
5S
Visual Workplace
Flow and Standardized Work
Push vs. Pull and Kanban
Quick Changeovers
Total Productive Maintenance
Kaizen Events
Development of Future State/Solution Selection
Control Phase
Mistake Proofing
Control Plans
Closing the Project
Lean Simulation
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