Basic Lean Courses
Kaizen
Training / Continuous Improvement
In this seven-day
program our Kaizen engineers train your team to apply the philosophy and
techniques of continuous improvement at the job site. Participants have the opportunity to experience firsthand the use
and benefits of Kaizen methodology.
They also learn how to identify wasteful practices and continuously
improve work methods. The program
emphasizes hands-on experience and includes presentations, group discussion and
exercises.
Program
Highlights
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Finding Kaizen opportunities
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Identifying and eliminating non-value-added
"waste"
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How to keep Kaizen practices up and running
effectively
§ Plan,
Do, Check, Action (PDCA)
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Identify three advantages of adopting standardized work in
your area
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Standardize your work area using standardized work charts
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Kaizen your area with simple, effective changes
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Describe the four steps in the Kaizen process (man, method,
machine, material)
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Name the seven types of waste in the production environment
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Identify continuous improvement activities
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Set priorities for areas for Kaizen
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Eliminate waste from your area of production
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Improve throughput and increase productivity
§ Decrease inventory requirements (WIP)