About the Course
Lean Toolbox - Core Tool Training
4 Hours of eLearning Training
Topics Covered:
Defining Changeover Time, SMED Basics, and Benefits
4 Main Steps of Setup Time Reduction & Visualizing the Phases of Reducing Setups
Implementing Quick Changeovers: Analyzing Process Videos, Fundamental Questions for Insight,
Setup Time Analysis Forms, Spaghetti Maps, and 5 Whys
Prioritizing Solutions, PDCA, Planning & Action Logs, Implementation Checklist
Common Solutions: 5S, Full Kits, Mistake & Error Proofing (Poka-Yoke), Parallel Processing, Standard Work, Tracking Performance & Progress with Check Sheets & Graphs
Key Takeaways:
Learn how to Collaboratively Analyze Setups and Changeovers
Identifying and Prioritizing Improvement Solutions
Awareness of Some Quick Win Lean Tools for Quick Results
Who Should Attend:
Setup Time Reduction (SMED) is a core skill needed for reducing non-value adding time at key resource processes in an organization. This training would be ideal for Engineering, Continuous Improvement/Process Improvement, Managers, Supervisors, Leads & Key Operators and Staff.
Your Instructor
Michael Asbury
Michael is a dynamic Master Trainer delivering courses for more than 30 colleges & 50 other organizations. His training & education includes: Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, TOC Jonah (Theory of Constraints), Critical Chain Project Management, B.S.--Computational Physics & Mathematics, and Actuarial Science.
Over the past 20 years, Michael has had the opportunity to drive cultural transformation & significant results in a variety of roles & a wide range of projects for a total of over $40M/yr impact on profit.