Lean 101 Workshop - Introduction to Lean Concepts

Presented by: Purdue University -  NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership Center.

This is a one-day, hands-on workshop where the basic principles of Lean Manufacturing are presented and attendees have an opportunity to experience how lean principles are applied in a simulated production environment.  The workshop with a ?live? simulation guides attendees through transition from a traditional manufacturing approach to that of a lean manufacturing environment!  Waste is eliminated, productivity increased, and the company gains a competitive edge in the marketplace.  At this workshop attendees learn the basic principles of lean manufacturing and how to apply them. During the simulation exercises, as a member of the production team, attendees apply lean concepts such as standardized work, visual signals, batch-size reduction, pull systems, quality at the source and more, and experience firsthand how lean concepts improve quality, reduces cycle time, improves delivery performance, reduces WIP and enables the company to show a profit.

Attendees will participate, have fun, and leave this workshop with a good understanding of how lean concepts could  enhance performance for most any type organization.  Any organization just getting started on a lean transformation would certainly benefit from having some key personnel attend this workshop. It would also benefit organizations that have been applying lean concepts, but may have some employees who have not been fully exposed to using lean tools.

Primary instructor for this workshop will be:  Steve Hornett, Advanced Manufacturing Specialist, with Purdue University - NIST MEP Center.  Steve has broad experience in industry, and as a lean consultant/instructor (he presented the ?Office 5S? program at WVLN Meeting in June).

Attendees will receive:  a Lean 101 Workbook and a Lean Certificate from Purdue University – NIST MEP Center   

Register for this workshop by calling Melanie at (765) 742-4044 or email her at mfisher@greaterlafayettecommerce.com.  The cost is scaled from $295/person (for one attendee) down to only $195/person (for 6 or more attendees from same organization).  Melanie can provide the discounted $ cost/person for multiple attendees.  Note: Lunch & refreshments are included and will be provided on-site.

Please note: To maximize the individual learning opportunities from the simulation exercises the total number of attendees must be limited. 

Don't miss this very affordable workshop by registering now!

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