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    What Is Lean Manufacturing Training in Ireland?UntitledYour Route to Waste-Free Production

    Lean Manufacturing Training in Ireland is a practical, one-day skills programme that teaches production and operations teams to identify and remove waste using the Toyota Production System (TPS) and the five Lean principles. Rooted in the methods Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo developed at Toyota, and popularised by Womack and Jones in Lean Thinking, the course turns proven ideas into shop-floor results. Over a focused day you learn to map value streams, apply 5S, design pull systems and kanban, run Just-in-Time flow, calculate OEE and lead Kaizen improvement. Hands-on exercises let you spot the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) in real production scenarios and act on them. The programme suits manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, quality and maintenance professionals and continuous improvement leads across Ireland's pharma, medtech, food and engineering plants. There is no exam; you leave with tools you can use on Monday morning and a course completion record from Invensis Learning.

    What Is Lean Manufacturing Training in Ireland?Your Route to Waste-Free Production

    Lean Manufacturing Training in Ireland is a practical, one-day skills programme that teaches production and operations teams to identify and remove waste using the Toyota Production System (TPS) and the five Lean principles. Rooted in the methods Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo developed at Toyota, and popularised by Womack and Jones in Lean Thinking, the course turns proven ideas into shop-floor results.

    Over a focused day you learn to map value streams, apply 5S, design pull systems and kanban, run Just-in-Time flow, calculate OEE and lead Kaizen improvement. Hands-on exercises let you spot the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) in real production scenarios and act on them.

    The programme suits manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, quality and maintenance professionals and continuous improvement leads across Ireland's pharma, medtech, food and engineering plants. There is no exam; you leave with tools you can use on Monday morning and a course completion record from Invensis Learning.

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    Key Highlightof the Lean Manufacturing Training Course

    End-to-End Skill Development

    • Structured Lean Manufacturing training in Ireland designed to help learners understand the core principles, tools, and workflows covered in the program
    • Course content aligned with current industry expectations, real-world production improvement requirements, and practical learning objectives through a comprehensive Lean Manufacturing training program
    • Real-world examples and scenario-based learning to help learners connect Lean principles with everyday production, quality, and operations challenges
    • Guided learning support to help participants strengthen understanding, improve confidence, and apply Lean Manufacturing skills effectively in their roles

    Structured Courseware and Learning Resources

    • Access to organised Lean Manufacturing course materials including Value Stream Mapping templates, 5S audit checklists, and Kaizen event planning guides designed to support step-by-step learning
    • Topic-wise learning resources, exercises, and knowledge checks to reinforce understanding of waste elimination, flow design, and continuous improvement practices
    • Practice activities, assignments, and scenario-based exercises to help learners apply Lean tools in realistic production and operations situations using the Online Lean Manufacturing course
    • Supplementary learning aids such as OEE calculation worksheets, SMED reduction guides, Takt Time reference cards, and Kanban design templates

    Instructor-Led, Practical Learning Experience

    • Live interactive sessions delivered by experienced Lean practitioners with hands-on domain expertise across automotive, electronics, FMCG, and industrial manufacturing sectors
    • Real-world examples, case discussions, and applied process improvement exercises to deepen practical understanding of Lean tools and techniques
    • Opportunities to ask questions, clarify doubts, and participate in trainer-led discussions on waste identification, flow analysis, and Kaizen facilitation
    • Training approach focused on helping learners in Ireland to use Lean tools confidently at work, not just complete the course content

    Flexible Learning Support

    • Choose from weekend Lean Manufacturing training, live virtual sessions, onsite delivery, or customised group learning based on your schedule and organisational requirements
    • Options include live virtual classroom training, onsite training, and customised group training depending on availability and organisational requirements
    • Learning support designed to help participants stay on track before, during, and after the Lean Manufacturing training
    • Additional revision and post-training support may be available based on the selected course format

    Learn the Core Concepts Covered in the Course

    • Understand the Toyota Production System, Lean philosophy, and the five Lean principles: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection
    • Learn waste identification, Value Stream Mapping, 5S implementation, and Kanban design based on the course curriculum
    • Explore practical use cases showing how Lean Manufacturing tools are applied in automotive, electronics, healthcare, and service operations environments
    • Build role-relevant knowledge of OEE improvement, TPM implementation, error-proofing, and continuous improvement that supports better operational decisions

    Practice, Assessment, and Completion Support

    • Practice waste walk exercises, value stream mapping, 5S audits, Kaizen event planning, and OEE calculation through structured activities and simulations
    • Use assessments to identify knowledge gaps in Lean tools and strengthen understanding of weaker areas
    • Receive guidance from instructors in Ireland to improve understanding of Lean principles and stay aligned with course objectives
    • Earn a course completion certificate after successfully meeting the training requirements

    Career and Workplace Application

    • Build practical Lean Manufacturing skills that can support career growth, role advancement, or improved production and operations performance
    • Strengthen confidence in applying Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and OEE tools to real-world manufacturing and process improvement challenges
    • Improve professional credibility through structured, skill-focused Lean Manufacturing training recognised across industrial, automotive, FMCG, and service sectors
    • Strengthen enterprise-wide operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing corporate training for employees across production, quality, engineering, and operations functions

    Lean Manufacturing Training EligibilityWho Can Enroll?

    • No formal prerequisites are required to enroll in the Lean Manufacturing training program in Ireland

    • Basic familiarity with production, operations, or quality management concepts is helpful but not mandatory

    • Professionals with limited prior experience in Lean or continuous improvement tools are welcome to join

    • Learners from all industries including manufacturing, automotive, FMCG, healthcare, logistics, and service operations can benefit from this training

    • Individuals and corporate teams in Ireland seeking to build practical Lean Manufacturing skills are eligible to enroll

    Why Lean Skills Are Worth BuildingReal Gains for Professionals and Teams

    For Individuals

    For Individuals

    Lean Manufacturing Training helps production professionals turn waste elimination into measurable results. You learn to see waste, map flow, and apply the core Lean tools that manufacturers use every day. Whether you work in pharma, medtech, food or engineering, the skills apply directly to your own line, making you more effective and more valuable to employers across Ireland.

    If you want to lead improvement rather than firefight, this training gives you a proven toolkit and the confidence to use it. You leave able to run a waste walk, build a kanban loop and facilitate a Kaizen event.

    • Spot and remove the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) in any production process
    • Apply 5S, value stream mapping and kanban to real shop-floor problems
    • Cut lead times, inventory and defects to lift plant productivity
    • Lead Kaizen and daily continuous improvement with confidence
    • Speak the shared Lean language Irish manufacturers expect
    • Add a practical, in-demand skill set valued across pharma, medtech and food
    • Move towards roles such as CI engineer, production supervisor or Lean lead
    • Earn a course completion record from Invensis Learning
    For Organizations

    For Organizations

    Corporate Lean Manufacturing Training equips your teams to eliminate waste and improve flow across the plant. Delivered on site or live online, it builds a common improvement language from operators to engineers. For manufacturers under margin and delivery pressure, training the whole team together turns Lean from a set of tools into an operating culture.

    If your sites struggle with inconsistent practice, this programme creates a standard approach to 5S, value stream mapping, pull systems and Kaizen that scales across business units.

    • Build a shared Lean vocabulary across production, quality and maintenance
    • Reduce waste, lead time and inventory across your operations
    • Improve OEE and on-time delivery through practical tool adoption
    • Standardise 5S and visual management across sites and shifts
    • Develop in-house continuous improvement capability
    • Tailor training to your own processes and improvement targets
    • Upskill whole teams together for faster, lasting change

    Where Lean Skills Take You in IrelandIn-Demand Roles and Sectors

    Lean manufacturing skills are in strong demand across Ireland's manufacturing base, where pharma, medtech, food and engineering plants compete on efficiency and quality. Professionals who can eliminate waste and improve flow move into roles from manufacturing and CI engineer to production and operations manager. With life sciences alone employing over 100,000 people and thousands more jobs forecast, capable Lean practitioners are increasingly sought after. Here is what the market is telling us right now.

    100,000+

    Life sciences manufacturing workforce, Ireland

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    213

    Pharma and medical device factories

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    €85,869

    Continuous Improvement Manager pay

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    21,000

    Biopharma jobs forecast added by 2027

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    SECTORS HIRING

    • —Pharmaceutical and Biopharma Manufacturing
    • —Medical Devices and MedTech
    • —Food, Dairy and Beverage Production
    • —Electronics and Technology Manufacturing
    • —Industrial, Engineering and Automotive Suppliers
    • —Consumer Goods and Contract Manufacturing

    GROWTH TRENDS

    • —Life sciences forecast to add thousands of manufacturing jobs by 2027
    • —80,500+ employed across 213 pharma and medical device plants
    • —MedTech workforce growing towards 56,000 by 2028
    • —Cost and margin pressure driving operational excellence programmes
    • —FDI plants embedding Lean and continuous improvement as standard
    • —Skills shortage in CI and Lean roles versus strong demand

    Sources: IDA Ireland, IPHA, GetReskilled, Morgan McKinley, SalaryExpert, PayScale, Glassdoor (Ireland) 2026.

    The Pressures Making Lean Skills Essential in Ireland

    Margin Pressure in a High-Cost Base

    Irish plants operate in a high-cost economy, so eliminating waste and lifting productivity is essential to stay competitive. Lean tools remove the non-value work that quietly erodes margin.

    Lean training targets the waste that erodes margin

    Life Sciences Scaling Fast

    With biopharma forecast to add tens of thousands of jobs, new and expanding sites need standard work, 5S and flow discipline to ramp safely and meet rising demand.

    Lean training builds flow and standard work

    Complex, Regulated Production

    Pharma and medical device plants must improve efficiency without breaking GMP or ISO 13485 compliance. Lean methods raise OEE while keeping validated processes stable.

    Lean training raises OEE within compliance

    Continuous Improvement Talent Gap

    Employers report a shortage of professionals who can lead CI and Lean programmes, making practical waste-elimination skills a clear differentiator in the Irish market.

    Lean training makes your skills stand out

    Supply Chain and Delivery Strain

    Volatile demand and supply pressure push manufacturers towards pull systems, kanban and Just-in-Time flow to cut inventory and protect on-time delivery.

    Lean training builds pull and kanban skills

    Making Improvement Stick

    Many sites adopt Lean tools but struggle to embed a Kaizen culture. Training whole teams builds the shared habits that make gains last beyond a single project.

    Lean training builds a Kaizen culture

    Sources: IDA Ireland, IPHA Goodbody report 2026, Enterprise Ireland, Morgan McKinley (Ireland) 2026.

    Lean manufacturing is more than a toolkit. It is how Ireland's best plants compete. Build the skills to cut waste, improve flow and lead improvement. Start your journey today.

    Your Ireland Lean Transformation

    From Firefighting to Leading Improvement

    The Shift Lean Training Delivers

    Ireland's manufacturers increasingly separate teams that can eliminate waste from those still firefighting. Here is which side of that line Lean skills put you on.

    Today

    Seen as a capable operator, not an improvement leader

    After Training

    Ready to lead Kaizen events and CI projects on the floor

    Today

    Limited leverage for the CI and Lean roles that pay more

    After Training

    CI Manager roles in Ireland average around €86,000

    Today

    Confident in output, but not in the Lean methods behind it

    After Training

    Fluent in VSM, 5S, kanban, JIT, OEE and Kaizen

    You Build Lean Capability

    Before

    Improvement depends on gut feel and firefighting

    Now you have

    A structured Lean toolkit for finding and removing waste

    Before

    You know a process is wasteful but cannot prove where

    Now you have

    The ability to map a value stream and quantify the waste

    Before

    5S and visual controls vary by shift and by person

    Now you have

    A standard approach to 5S, standard work and visual management

    Before

    Recognition limited to your current plant or role

    Now you have

    Practical skills valued across Ireland's manufacturing sectors

    "The gap between running a line and improving it is a practical Lean toolkit, and Ireland's leading plants already know it."

    Join 50,000+ professionals who trained with Invensis Learning and built new skills.

    Sources: Morgan McKinley, SalaryExpert, IDA Ireland (Ireland) 2026.

    Module 1: Foundations of Lean Thinking

    • Overview of the Toyota Production System (TPS), the history of Lean, and how Lean thinking differs from traditional mass production approaches
    • Understanding the five Lean principles: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection, and how they apply to manufacturing and service environments
    • Introduction to Lean culture, the leadership role in Lean transformation, and the importance of employee engagement in sustaining continuous improvement

    Module 2: Identifying and Eliminating Waste (MUDA, MURA, MURI)

    • Identifying the eight types of waste: Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-Utilised Talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, and Extra Processing
    • Conducting waste walk exercises to assess current-state operations and prioritise improvement opportunities across production processes
    • Understanding the difference between MUDA (waste), MURA (unevenness), and MURI (overburden), and applying structured elimination strategies for each

    Module 3: Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

    • Creating current-state value stream maps to visualise the flow of materials and information across the production process
    • Analysing current-state maps to identify bottlenecks, excess inventory, non-value-added steps, and process cycle efficiency metrics
    • Designing future-state value stream maps and building improvement roadmaps to close the gap between current and desired production performance

    Module 4: 5S Workplace Organisation

    • Implementing the five steps of 5S: Sort (Seiri), Set in Order (Seiton), Shine (Seiso), Standardise (Seiketsu), and Sustain (Shitsuke)
    • Conducting 5S workplace assessments, scoring production areas, and identifying corrective actions to improve organisation and visual management
    • Building 5S sustaining mechanisms including audit schedules, visual controls, and standard work documentation to maintain workplace improvements

    Module 5: Just-in-Time (JIT) Production and Kanban

    • Understanding Just-in-Time production principles including Takt Time analysis, one-piece flow, and pull-based scheduling to reduce inventory and lead times
    • Designing and implementing Kanban pull systems to manage material flow, signal replenishment, and eliminate overproduction between production stages
    • Calculating Takt Time, cycle time, and process lead time to balance workload and design efficient production flows aligned with customer demand

    Module 6: Kaizen and Continuous Improvement Events

    • Understanding Kaizen philosophy, the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) improvement cycle, and the principles of rapid improvement event facilitation
    • Planning, facilitating, and following up on structured Kaizen events including team selection, problem scoping, root cause analysis, and countermeasure implementation
    • Building a Kaizen culture through daily improvement habits, idea management systems, and leadership behaviours that sustain continuous improvement momentum

    Module 7: Error-Proofing with Poka-Yoke and Jidoka

    • Understanding error-proofing principles and the difference between detection and prevention approaches to quality control in manufacturing processes
    • Designing and implementing Poka-Yoke (mistake-proofing) devices and mechanisms to eliminate defects at the source before they reach the next production stage
    • Applying Jidoka (autonomation) principles to enable machines and operators to detect abnormalities, stop production, and signal for corrective action automatically

    Module 8: Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and OEE

    • Understanding Total Productive Maintenance principles including the eight pillars of TPM and how TPM supports Lean production by eliminating equipment-related waste
    • Calculating Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) using Availability, Performance, and Quality components to measure and improve production asset performance
    • Implementing Autonomous Maintenance practices to involve operators in basic equipment care, inspection, and early defect detection to reduce unplanned downtime

    Module 9: Sustaining Lean and Building a Lean Culture

    • Developing Lean management systems including visual management, daily team meetings, tiered accountability processes, and leader standard work to sustain improvements
    • Measuring and tracking Lean progress using key performance indicators including lead time, first-pass yield, OEE, inventory turns, and on-time delivery
    • Building a long-term Lean transformation roadmap, engaging cross-functional teams, and developing internal Lean practitioner capability to drive ongoing operational excellence

    Course Curriculumof the Lean Manufacturing Training

    The Lean Manufacturing training curriculum in Ireland is structured across nine modules, taking learners from foundational Lean thinking and waste identification through to advanced production system design, error-proofing, and sustaining continuous improvement culture.

    • Overview of the Toyota Production System (TPS), the history of Lean, and how Lean thinking differs from traditional mass production approaches
    • Understanding the five Lean principles: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection, and how they apply to manufacturing and service environments
    • Introduction to Lean culture, the leadership role in Lean transformation, and the importance of employee engagement in sustaining continuous improvement

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    The Lean Tools You Will Put to WorkFrom Waste Walks to Kaizen Events

    In Lean Manufacturing Training you learn to apply the core Toyota Production System tools to real production problems. By the end you can run a waste walk, map a value stream, set up a kanban pull system, calculate OEE and lead a Kaizen improvement.

    See and Eliminate the Eight Wastes

    Identify defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilised talent, transport, inventory, motion and extra processing (DOWNTIME) on the floor, then prioritise and remove them through structured waste walks and Gemba observation.

    Map Value Streams End to End

    Draw current-state and future-state value stream maps, capture cycle time, changeover and inventory data, calculate takt time, and pinpoint the bottleneck and improvement opportunities across the flow.

    Organise the Workplace with 5S

    Apply Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain, build visual management with andon and production boards, and run 5S audits that keep the gains in place across shifts.

    Design Pull Systems and Kanban

    Move from push to pull production, size kanban loops and supermarkets, and apply Just-in-Time principles to cut overproduction, reduce inventory and expose problems early.

    Raise Equipment Reliability and OEE

    Use Total Productive Maintenance and calculate OEE (Availability x Performance x Quality), then target the six big losses to improve uptime and output from your existing assets.

    Lead Standard Work and Kaizen

    Write standard work, apply SMED quick changeover and Heijunka levelling, and facilitate Kaizen events and A3 problem solving to build a lasting continuous improvement culture.

    Who Should TakeLean Manufacturing Training in Ireland?

    Manufacturing Managers and Plant Managers

    Production Supervisors and Team Leaders

    Quality Engineers and Quality Managers

    Industrial Engineers and Process Engineers

    Supply Chain and Operations Professionals

    Maintenance Engineers and TPM Coordinators

    Professionals transitioning into Lean or process improvement roles

    Continuous Improvement (CI) and Operational Excellence Specialists

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Lean Manufacturing Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey with the best Lean Manufacturing online training options.

    Lean Manufacturing Live Virtual Training

    • Live online instructor-led sessions

    • Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    • Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    • Practice assessments and revision support

    • Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    • Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    • Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    • Access from any location with internet connectivity

    EUR 430

    Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences through virtual Lean Manufacturing training.

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    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Lean Manufacturing Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

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    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Lean Manufacturing training in Ireland combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

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    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

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    Lean Manufacturing Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

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    Designed for organizations in Ireland that want to build capabilities at scale, standardize Lean practices, and support workforce development through customized Lean Manufacturing training for companies.

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    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

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    Lean Manufacturing Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

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    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

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    Lean Manufacturing Live Virtual Training

    Lean Manufacturing Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    EUR 430

    Please Note:Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences through virtual Lean Manufacturing training.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Professionals and Teams Choose Invensis LearningPractical Training, Proven Delivery

    As a trusted Lean Manufacturing training company in Ireland, Invensis Learning delivers practical Lean and operational excellence training for individuals and organisations across Ireland and worldwide. Our programmes are led by experienced industry practitioners and built around real shop-floor application, not theory. As an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified provider, we combine structured courseware, flexible delivery and dedicated learner support. Whether you enrol as an individual or arrange corporate training for your team, you get a professional experience focused on skills you can use straight away.

    • Experienced practitioner trainers with real manufacturing and Lean expertise
    • Live virtual, classroom and on-site corporate delivery formats
    • Hands-on exercises built around your own production scenarios
    • ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management
    • ISO 27001:2022 certified information security
    • Structured courseware, templates and post-training support
    • Flexible schedules for working professionals and teams
    • Trusted by professionals and organisations across many industries

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    Lean Manufacturing Training Locations in IrelandAll our classroom training is now available online at your convenience

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    Corporate Lean Training for TeamsBuild Plant-Wide Capability

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    • Suitable for small, medium and large production teams
    • Customised schedules around shift patterns and plant availability
    • On-site, live virtual, hybrid or blended delivery
    • Practitioner trainers with pharma, medtech and manufacturing experience
    • Exercises built around your own processes and improvement targets
    • Dedicated coordination and learner support for group programmes
    • Scalable delivery for teams across Ireland and global sites

    Leading Organisations

    PfizerJohnson & JohnsonMedtronicBoston ScientificKerry GroupGlanbia

    What Our Learners Say

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    Straight into Practical Use on My Line

    "The waste walk and value stream mapping exercises were the highlight. Within a fortnight of the training I had mapped our packing line and cut two clear sources of waiting. The trainer clearly knew the shop floor, not just the theory."

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    Confident Leading Improvement Now

    "A really solid grounding in the full Lean toolkit in a single day. The 5S and kanban sessions gave me the structure I was missing, and I now feel confident facilitating our own Kaizen events."

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    Practical Tools I Use Every Shift

    "As a supervisor I wanted practical tools, not slides. The OEE calculation and standard work exercises were exactly that. My team now speaks a common Lean language and we run a tidier, faster line."

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    Aligned Our Whole Plant on Lean

    "We ran the training on site for two cross-functional teams. It gave production, quality and maintenance a shared vocabulary, and our 5S and changeover improvements have held since. The tailored, on-floor exercises made all the difference."

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    "Invensis Learning delivered a well-structured group programme for our food production teams. The content was customised to our processes, and the practical focus meant managers could apply waste elimination straight away. Coordination throughout was excellent."

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    Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

    Lean Manufacturing Training is a practical, one-day skills programme that teaches teams to identify and eliminate waste from production using the Toyota Production System and the five Lean principles. It covers tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, kanban, JIT, OEE and Kaizen, with hands-on exercises throughout.

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    What is Lean Manufacturing Training?

    Lean Manufacturing Training is a practical, one-day skills programme that teaches teams to identify and eliminate waste from production using the Toyota Production System and the five Lean principles. It covers tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, kanban, JIT, OEE and Kaizen, with hands-on exercises throughout.

    Who should attend this training?

    It suits manufacturing and industrial engineers, production supervisors and team leaders, quality and maintenance professionals, and continuous improvement leads. Anyone working in or responsible for a production or operations environment in Ireland will benefit, whatever their prior Lean experience.

    Is learning Lean manufacturing worth it in Ireland?

    Yes. Ireland's pharma, medtech, food and engineering plants compete on efficiency, and life sciences alone employs over 100,000 people with thousands of jobs forecast. Professionals who can eliminate waste and improve flow are in strong demand and progress into CI and operations roles.

    Do I need prior Lean experience to attend?

    No. The course introduces Lean manufacturing from first principles, so no prior Lean knowledge is required. Some production or operations experience is helpful but not essential, and there are no formal prerequisites to enrol.

    What framework is the training based on?

    It is grounded in the Toyota Production System developed by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo, and the five Lean principles popularised by Womack and Jones. You learn to identify the eight wastes (DOWNTIME) and apply the core Lean tools that manufacturers use worldwide.

    Pricing

    How much does Lean Manufacturing Training cost in Ireland?

    Pricing varies by delivery mode, group size and format, so fees are available on request. Live virtual, classroom and on-site corporate options each have different rates. Request a quote and a learning advisor will share current pricing for your preferred format.

    What is included in the course fee?

    The fee typically includes instructor-led training across all six Lean modules, structured courseware, hands-on tool exercises, downloadable templates, learner support and a course completion record from Invensis Learning. Ask us for the full inclusions for your chosen format.

    Do you offer corporate or group pricing?

    Yes. We offer corporate group training with customised schedules and volume-based pricing for production, quality and maintenance teams. It is ideal for training a whole plant together. Contact us for a tailored group quote.

    What payment methods are available?

    We accept major credit and debit cards and bank transfers, with invoicing options for corporate bookings. Speak with a learning advisor to arrange the payment method that suits you or your organisation.

    Is the training available online or only in person?

    Both. The training is delivered as online (live virtual) instructor-led sessions, in the classroom, or on site for corporate teams. Online delivery gives you the same practical exercises and trainer interaction from any location in Ireland.

    Assessment

    Is there an exam for this course?

    No. This is a non-certification skills course with no exam. Learning is reinforced through hands-on Lean tool exercises, waste identification activities, case examples and team discussion during the one-day programme.

    Do I receive a certificate after the training?

    You receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning once you complete the one-day programme. No external credential is awarded, as the course builds practical, immediately applicable skills rather than preparing you for an exam.

    How is learning checked during the course?

    Through practical activities rather than a test. You complete a waste walk, value stream mapping, a 5S assessment, an OEE calculation and kanban sizing on realistic scenarios, so you can apply each tool with confidence by the end of the day.

    How long is the training?

    The programme runs for one day (eight hours) and covers all six Lean modules, from Toyota Production System foundations and the eight wastes through VSM, 5S, pull systems, TPM, standard work and Kaizen, with exercises throughout.

    Can the course be tailored to my plant?

    Yes, when delivered as corporate training. We adapt the examples and exercises to your own processes and improvement targets so your team applies waste elimination and flow tools directly to your production environment.

    Course Content

    What topics does the course cover?

    It covers the five Lean principles and the Toyota Production System, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), value stream mapping, 5S and visual management, pull systems and kanban, Just-in-Time, TPM and OEE, standard work, SMED, Heijunka, Poka Yoke and building a Kaizen culture.

    What Lean tools will I learn to use?

    You learn to run waste walks, draw value stream maps, apply 5S, design kanban pull systems, calculate OEE, write standard work, use SMED for quick changeover and facilitate Kaizen events and A3 problem solving on the shop floor.

    Are there hands-on exercises?

    Yes. Practical exercises run throughout the day, including Gemba-based waste identification, value stream data collection, a 5S workplace assessment, an OEE calculation and kanban quantity sizing, all applied to realistic manufacturing scenarios.

    Is the training relevant outside manufacturing?

    Yes. While the focus is manufacturing, the principles and many tools, such as 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping and waste elimination, apply to logistics, healthcare operations and other production or service environments across Ireland.

    What materials do I receive?

    You get structured courseware covering all six modules, downloadable Lean templates and reference guides, and worked examples from real manufacturing improvements. These help you apply the tools on your own line after the training.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the training?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format, complete your booking, and you will receive access to schedules and course materials. Prefer to talk it through? Speak with a learning advisor first.

    What schedules and delivery modes are available?

    We offer online (live virtual) instructor-led sessions, classroom training and customised corporate group training, with flexible weekday and weekend schedules. Choose the format that fits your working pattern and location in Ireland.

    Can I arrange training for my whole team?

    Yes. Corporate group training is delivered on site or live online, customised to your processes and scheduled around your plant's availability. It is the most effective way to build a shared Lean approach across a team. Ask about group pricing.

    Can I reschedule my booking?

    Yes. Flexible options let you move to another scheduled session if your plans change. Contact our support team and they will help you transfer to a date that works for you.

    Where can I take the training in Ireland?

    You can join live virtual sessions from anywhere in Ireland, attend scheduled classroom training, or have trainers delivered on site to your own facility for corporate groups. Contact us to confirm the options available for your location.