Lean: Building value through waste reduction in manufacturing (Pilot)

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

50 minutes

Proficiency:

Beginner

Target:

Manager, Students, Workers

SUMMARY

This course is designed to guide you through the principles, methodologies, and tools that are in the basis Lean manufacturing. Lean focuses on maximizing value for customers while minimizing waste, thereby improving efficiency, effectiveness, and profitability across all operations. Lean is more than a methodology—it’s a mindset that transforms how organizations operate. It empowers teams to continuously improve, deliver value to customers, and achieve sustainable growth.

This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Lean manufacturing by exploring its core principles and practical applications. By the end of the program, learners will have the skills to identify Lean wastes and define the main terms, tools and methods within the methodology.

About The Author

Authors of this course are Bojan Jovanoski (PhD), Robert Minovski (PhD) and Aleksandar Argilovski (MSc), all from the Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering – Skopje. In the project, they represent Smart Learning Factory – Skopje (CIRKO).

Learning outcomes

After completing this course, participants are able to define the benefits of Lean in manufacturing.
After completing this course, participants are able to list the main Lean principles.
After completing this course, participants are able to list the main Lean wastes in manufacturing