IMPROVE YOUR PROCESSES &
Optimize Operations
Process optimization helps organizations work smarter, faster, and more efficiently—driving higher quality, lower costs and better customer outcomes. Industry Extension Services training equips leaders and teams with proven methods to eliminate waste, improve flow and solve problems at the root cause. By building these capabilities, organizations create a culture of continuous improvement that boosts productivity, strengthens performance and delivers lasting competitive advantage.
Lean is a proven methodology that focuses on enhancing “real work” — the activities and services that add value to your organization through eliminating waste, improving flow and heightening the customer experience—and fundamentally changing how people throughout your organization think, approach problems and tackle daily challenges.
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Introductory Overview
Lean 100 is a one day overview designed specifically for manufacturers. This course will introduce participants to the lean philosophy and the application of basic lean tools.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized in-person, on-site
Recommended For:
All levels of production managers, engineers, line supervisors, work team members and production workers.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Applying the Fundamentals
Lean 200 is a two-day, hands-on course that equips participants with practical tools to drive lasting organizational improvement through an interactive industry simulation.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
14-16 Hours | 2 Days
Format:
Customized in-person, on-site
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Any professional interested in learning more about lean applications. No prior lean training or experience is required.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Facilitating Continuous Improvement
Lean 300 is a three-day course that prepares participants to plan, lead and sustain successful kaizen events through hands-on facilitation training.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
21-24 Hours | 3 Days
Format:
Customized in-person, on-site
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Any professional interested in learning more about lean applications within their industry who has completed Lean 200: Applying the Fundamentals.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Customized Transformations
Because every organization is different, our Lean solutions are tailored to your needs—from short courses to multi-month programs with coaching and follow-up. Our goal is to create lasting cultural and performance change.
Customized training to take your organization to the
Starting with the fundamentals of Lean, kaizen, and value stream mapping to begin leading continuous improvement.
Topics covered:
Deepen your capabilities through advanced tools, kaizen practices and an operations assessment to identify opportunities for improvement.
Implement a full suite of Lean tools—including SMED, TPM, pull systems, work cells and Kata—with expert coaching and assessments.
Duration:
Fully customizable (see below)
Format:
Customized in-person
Examples include
Five-Day Lean Leader (35–40 hours)
Learn the fundamentals of Lean, kaizen, and value stream mapping to begin leading continuous improvement.
Ten-Day Lean Leader (70–80 hours)
Expand your Lean toolkit with 5S, visual management, standard work, A3 problem solving and leadership coaching.
Fifteen-Day Lean Leader (15 days)
Deepen your capabilities through advanced tools, kaizen practices and an operations assessment to identify opportunities for improvement.
Full Transformation (24–30 days)
Implement a full suite of Lean tools—including SMED, TPM, pull systems, work cells and Kata—with expert coaching and assessments.
Full Transformation with Facilitator Support (24–30+ days)
A dedicated facilitator partners with your team to drive sustained improvement, align leadership and deliver measurable bottom-line results.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
A Lean Certificate is awarded upon successful completion of the project, evaluation by the Lean Certification Review Board, and verification of results by the participant’s supervisor or director.
Program participants are continuous improvement professionals seeking to lead their organizations into the transformative culture of lean manufacturing. This program is an intellectually rigorous experience featuring one-on-one coaching, mentoring and learn-by-doing exercises. Program enrollment is limited to individuals who have successfully completed Lean 200 and 300.
Participants will:
Duration:
Participants have up to 24 months to complete their in-house project.
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Professionals preparing to lead their organization’s Lean transformation who have completed both the Lean 200 and Lean 300 courses and have successfully achieved a passing grade on the lean body of knowledge assessment.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Our Advanced Lean Practitioners are continuous improvement leaders or executives seeking to tie their organization’s lean program into the overall organizational strategic plan through the transformative culture of Toyota Kata, Managing for Daily Improvement, and Hoshin Kanri. This program is an intellectually rigorous experience featuring one-on-one coaching, mentoring and learn-by-doing exercises. Program enrollment is limited to individuals who have successfully completed the Lean Practitioner Program.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
Format:
Customized on-site
Recommended For:
Continuous improvement leaders or executives seeking to tie their organization’s lean program into the overall organizational strategic plan.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Office is a foundational Lean course designed specifically for business and office environments. The program introduces participants to Lean philosophy and core tools for improving administrative and transactional processes. Through an electronic laptop-based simulation, participants apply Lean concepts in a realistic business setting to identify waste, improve flow and drive measurable process improvement.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7–8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person
Recommended For:
Business and office managers, engineers, supervisors, team members and professionals involved in administrative, service or transactional processes.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Healthcare will make your patients healthier, your employees happier and your organization more effective. We work with hospitals, public health, physician practices, home health, community care and community health.
We also offer Lean Healthcare Certification to help support medical professionals who desire to help create and lead a culture of continuous improvement throughout their organization.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7–8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Hospital, public health, physician practices, home health, community care and community health professionals.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Government helps public agencies identify and eliminate waste in administrative and service delivery processes, ensuring communities receive greater value for every dollar invested. Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) has partnered with municipalities and state agencies of all sizes to improve daily operations and address complex challenges through a culture of continuous improvement.
Lean for Nonprofits for nonprofit organizations support rapid-cycle improvements that increase efficiency, enhance stakeholder engagement and improve service quality. By reducing errors, delays and non–value-added activities, organizations can achieve meaningful results through practical, low-cost solutions that prioritize creativity over capital.
Lean for the Service Sector helps service-focused organizations—including customer service, sales and transactional teams—improve performance by streamlining workflows and strengthening communication. IES works with frontline staff and leadership through traditional and virtual Gemba walks to identify process gaps and uncover opportunities for sustainable operational improvement.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7–8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Government and non-profit organizations
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
In addition to our core courses, we offer an extensive range of process optimization training designed to meet your organization’s unique needs. From Lean Kaizen and Lean Leadership to Effective Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Facility Flow, Product Development and Robotics & Automation, our programs can be customized to help your teams improve processes, enhance productivity and drive continuous improvement across all levels of your organization.
Lean Effective Problem Solving (EPS) & Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Trainingequips teams with practical tools to quickly identify, analyze, and solve problems at their root, driving lasting improvements and operational excellence.
Lean Product Development (LPD) helps teams bring better products to market faster by streamlining development processes, improving collaboration and reducing rework and delays.
Not Seeing a topic? Contact your Regional Manager to discuss our other applications or to schedule a discovery call.
The purpose of value stream analysis is to visualize, analyze and improve the end-to-end steps required to deliver a product or service so that an organization can eliminate waste and maximize customer value.
This goal can be accomplished in many different ways but the most common is utilizing the value stream mapping tool. When used effectively, this analysis and toolset can help organizations and individuals to better understand material and information flows as well as current processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
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Using Value Stream Mapping, teams can streamline processes, reduce lead times and lower operating costs, driving measurable operational improvements.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Anyone responsible for initiating or leading lean, including CEOs, general managers, production managers, controllers, engineers and materials managers. Suggested follow-up: an in-plant value stream analysis.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Facility Flow and Layout helps organizations design smarter, more efficient workspaces that improve the movement of people, materials and information throughout their operations. By evaluating current workflows, identifying bottlenecks, unnecessary movement, space constraints and other sources of waste, organizations can develop facility layouts that support smoother processes and more productive work environments.
Our experts use lean principles and data-driven analysis to help manufacturers optimize equipment placement, workstations, material flow, storage and overall use of available space. Whether planning a new facility, expanding an existing operation, or improving the efficiency of a current layout, we help organizations create practical solutions that can reduce waste, improve safety and ergonomics, increase throughput and support long-term operational growth.
Duration:
8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Anyone responsible for initiating or leading lean, including CEOs, general managers, production managers, controllers, engineers and materials managers. Suggested follow-up: an in-plant value stream analysis.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
5S Training teaches participants how to organize and standardize the workplace to improve efficiency, safety and quality. Our 5S training programs provide the foundational tools necessary to optimize workplace efficiency and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
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5S training includes hands-on learning; participants will learn to sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain work areas, creating a clean and organized environment. The course equips teams with practical skills to reduce waste, streamline processes and maintain consistent, high-performing operations.
Participants will:
- SORT through what you have and remove what you don’t need
- SET IN ORDER what remains, making space visual and self-explanatory
- SHINE up tools, equipment and work spaces, keeping them spotless
- STANDARDIZE and follow work rules scrupulously
- SUSTAIN by maintaining the discipline in 5S
Topics covered:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day (training class)
21-24 Hours – 3 Days (implementation kaizen)
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Anyone with a desire to improve a work area or office area with continuous improvement tools to improve flow and create a visual work system including office managers, supervisors, lead operators, industrial/manufacturing engineers and quality managers.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Standard Work Training teaches participants how to develop standard work, which is essential to improving processes in a Lean environment. Our 5S training programs provide the foundational tools necessary to create, document and implement standardized processes in the participants’ workplaces.
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Standard Work training includes hands-on learning; participants will learn to develop standard work (the least wastful way of doing a task), creating a stable environment ready for effective operations and process improvement. The course equips teams with practical skills to implement standardized work in their workplaces.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day (training class)
21-24 Hours – 3 Days (implementation kaizen)
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Anyone with a desire to improve a work area or office area with continuous improvement tools focused on process standardization and documentation, including office managers, supervisors, lead operators, industrial/manufacturing engineers and quality managers.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) teaches participants how to maximize equipment effectiveness and reliability through proactive maintenance, employee engagement and continuous improvement. The course covers techniques to prevent breakdowns, reduce downtime and improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE), while fostering a culture of ownership and teamwork across all levels of the organization.
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Total Productive Maintenance covers techniques to prevent breakdowns, reduce downtime, and improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE), while fostering a culture of ownership and teamwork across all levels of the organization.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
21-24 Hours | 3 Days
Format:
Customized on-site workshop, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Equipment operators, maintenance personnel, supervisors, team leaders, and plant managers responsible for equipment reliability and operational efficiency. It is also recommended for continuous improvement professionals and Lean practitioners seeking to implement proactive maintenance strategies, improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and foster a culture of ownership and collaboration across the organization.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies), or Changeover Reduction, focuses on reducing the time and impact of key elements in the changeover process, including preparation; after-process adjustment; checking, storing and moving materials, parts and tools; removing and mounting parts and tools; machine measurements, settings and calibrations; trial runs and adjustments.
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SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Dies) training teaches participants how to reduce equipment setup and changeover times, increase productivity, and standardize processes for faster, more efficient operations.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
21-24 Hours | 3 Days
Format:
Customized on-site workshop, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Machine operators, setup technicians, production supervisors, maintenance personnel, and manufacturing engineers responsible for equipment changeovers and operational efficiency. It is also recommended for continuous improvement professionals and Lean practitioners who want to reduce downtime, increase machine productivity and implement faster, standardized changeover processes across their organization.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Culture is found in an environment where everyone’s main focus is on two key principles: continuous improvement and respect for all individuals. It is evidenced by ongoing process improvement and the elimination of waste in a systematic way, with the end goal of delivering the highest possible value to the customer (internal and/or external).
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Taiichi Ohno, one of the founders of the Toyota Production System, once said, “The greatest waste of all is the waste that we don’t see.” It is impossible to lead in a continuously improving environment without being able to identify waste that keeps our operation or service from performing at a high level.
Participants will:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site Training
Recommended For:
Managers and front-line leaders who want to build a continuous improvement culture that is practiced daily, not event-based.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
By practicing Toyota Kata routines, teams become better equipped to navigate ambiguity, achieve challenging goals, and strengthen organizational capability. The approach also builds bench strength through appreciative inquiry and a structured coaching model, supporting sustainable improvement across the organization.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
Variable: Ranging from 1-6 days
1 Day Overview, 2 Days On-site Training and 3 Days of Project Implementation and Coaching
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Professionals—such as team leaders, supervisors, and managers—who have completed Yellow Belt training or have process improvement experience and are ready to lead or support cross-functional projects.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) teaches organizations how to drive performance and problem-solving at the front line through visual management and daily engagement with key performance indicators (KPIs).
Managing for Daily Improvement makes problems visible and engages the entire team in rapid, data-driven problem solving. By shifting from a traditional top-down management approach to a bottom-up system of continuous improvement, MDI fosters a culture of daily performance management and drives operational excellence.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Supervisors, team leaders, managers, and operational leaders who are responsible for driving daily performance, engaging frontline teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. It is also recommended for Lean practitioners and continuous improvement professionals who want to implement visual management, problem-solving routines and data-driven decision-making at the operational level.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Hoshin Kanri teaches organizations how to align strategy, goals, and daily operations to drive meaningful, measurable results. Hoshin Kanri methodology uses a structured planning and deployment cycle to set goals, establish action plans, and define metrics that ensure progress at every level.
Hoshin Kanri eliminates waste caused by misalignment and poor communication, creating a unified organization in which every employee works toward the same priorities. Participants learn to integrate strategic planning with continuous improvement tools, conduct SWOT analyses, refine mission and vision and implement rigorous reviews to maintain focus, transparency and consistent progress toward organizational “true north.”
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
Overview: 7 Hours | 1 Day
Implementation:14-16 Hours | 2 Days
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Executives, senior leaders, and managers responsible for setting organizational strategy and driving alignment across teams. It is also recommended for continuous improvement professionals, operational leaders and project managers who need to link corporate goals with day-to-day operations, ensure consistent progress toward strategic objectives, and foster a culture of accountability and focus throughout the organization.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean HR can assist human resources in identifying value, mapping the value stream, creating flow, establishing pull and seeking perfection.
Lean for Human Resources is a fundamental change in how you and the people in your organization think and approach problems. Lean is a common set of beliefs and principles that focus on what is of value in every facet of your HR Department.
When rigorously applied, Lean for Human Resources can have positive impacts on productivity, cost, quality and delivery of services.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7–8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction or Virtual instructor-led training (VILT)
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Professionals in the human resources field.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean HR can assist human resources in identifying value, mapping the value stream, creating flow, establishing pull and seeking perfection.
Lean for Human Resources is a fundamental change in how you and the people in your organization think and approach problems. Lean is a common set of beliefs and principles that focus on what is of value in every facet of your HR Department.
When rigorously applied, Lean for Human Resources can have positive impacts on productivity, cost, quality and delivery of services.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7–8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction or Virtual instructor-led training (VILT)
Coaching:
Customized implementation coaching services are available after course completion.
Recommended For:
Professionals in the human resources field.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Toyota Kata is a managerial approach that fosters continuous improvement through scientific thinking. It develops a mindset that enhances problem-solving effectiveness and builds a culture that maximizes the impact of traditional Lean tools.
The Toyota Kata Overview PIT Experience, taught at the Performance Instruction &
The Training (PIT) facility, deep in NASCAR country, challenges participants to approach problem-solving in an entertaining, easy-to-understand way. This is provided through the pit stop experience, a team-based event that is analyzed to evaluate performance, identify learnings and make modifications for continuous improvement.
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Toyota Kata PIT Experience workshop leverages a combination of classroom presentation, discussion and actual pit crew activities to drive home the concepts of continuous improvement, efficiency, preparation and teambuilding, while addressing such topics as communication, role responsibility, creative thinking and work performance.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
8 Hours | 1 Day On-site at the PIT facilities
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Managers, supervisors, team leaders and emerging leaders who are responsible for driving continuous improvement within their organizations. It is also well-suited for Lean practitioners, process improvement professionals and anyone looking to develop the coaching and problem-solving mindset needed to sustain a culture of improvement.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Six Sigma is a disciplined, data-driven methodology designed to deliver consistent, high-quality results by identifying and eliminating the root causes of defects, aiming to achieve near-zero variation and error across products and services.
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training introduces participants to the fundamentals of process improvement, equipping them with the core tools used to identify waste, reduce variation and improve quality. You will learn how to apply Lean and Six Sigma concepts, support improvement projects and contribute effectively to teams using data-driven problem solving and the DMAIC framework.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
16 Hours | 2 Days
Format:
Customized in-person, on-site
Recommended For:
Anyone in an organization who wants to learn Lean Six Sigma principles at a high level, from executive leadership to individually contributing associates.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training builds on Yellow Belt fundamentals to prepare participants to lead improvement projects that deliver measurable business results. You will gain deeper expertise in data-driven problem solving, statistical analysis and the DMAIC methodology, enabling you to identify root causes, reduce variation and drive sustainable process improvements across your organization.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
12 days (Total)
8 instructional days: 7 days (didactic) classroom training + 1 test day (8th day)
3 tollgate coaching days (DMAIC)
1 project presentation/certification day
Format:
Customized in-person, on-site. Catapult Lab is used for onsite experiential learning and LSS tool application.
*Minitab software is utilized during this course. Participants are provided a copy of this software for the duration of their class experience.
Day 1 – Define
Day 2 – Define/Measure
Day 3 – Measure
Day 4 – Analyze
Day 5 – Analyze/Improve
Day 6 – Improve
Day 7 – Control
Day 8 – Exam
Day 9 – Toll Gate Check In
Day 10 – Toll Gate Check In
Day 11 – Toll Gate Check In
Day 12 – Final Project Report Out and Presentations
Recommended For:
Professionals—such as team leaders, supervisors, and managers—who have completed Yellow Belt training or have process improvement experience and are ready to lead or support cross-functional projects.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification equips experienced practitioners to lead complex process improvement projects, mentor Green Belts and drive measurable business results.
Black Belt training is offered in two formats:
IES provides dedicated coaching to ensure successful project completion and implementation of lasting process improvements.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
8-15 days
Variable: Ranging from 8 days with Green Belt certification (IES or COT) to or up to 15 days without previous Lean Six Sigma certification (+2)
Format:
Customized in-person
Recommended For:
Experienced professionals who lead complex improvement projects, mentor Green Belts and drive organizational process excellence.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Training Within Industry (TWI) is a proven, hands-on training methodology that strengthens standard work, improves performance and builds consistent leadership practices. By establishing this foundation, TWI helps organizations achieve operational excellence and drive meaningful, lasting cultural transformation.
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Training Within Industry (TWI) overview equips supervisors and team leaders with the practical skills needed to lead people, improve processes, and build consistency on the job. TWI combines proven methods with hands-on, real-world application to help organizations strengthen performance, develop frontline leadership and create a culture of operational excellence.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Supervisors, team leaders and anyone who directs the work of others.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Training Within Industry – Job Instructions teaches supervisors and team leaders how to quickly train employees to perform work correctly, safely, and consistently. The course provides a standardized methodology that delivers immediate results through faster, more effective skill transfer. Over the long term, it builds trust, strengthens teamwork and fosters a culture of open communication and continuous improvement.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
3 days total (see below)
10 hours of instruction (didactic) + 10-14 coaching reps (hands on practice)
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Supervisors, team leaders and anyone who directs the work of others.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Training Within Industry – Job Relations teaches supervisors and team leaders how to build positive employee relationships, increase cooperation, and boost motivation. The course provides practical strategies and a simple 4-step approach to effectively address workplace issues. Over time, it fosters respect, teamwork, and a more focused, high-performing work environment.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
2 days total (see below)
10 hours of instruction + 2 coaching reps (6 hrs)
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Supervisors, team leaders and anyone who directs the work of others.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Training Within Industry – Job Methods teaches supervisors and team leaders how to analyze and improve work processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance quality. The course provides practical techniques for evaluating current methods, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing changes to optimize performance while engaging employees in continuous improvement.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
3 days total (see below)
10 hours of instruction (didactic) + 10-14 coaching reps (hands on practice)
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Supervisors, team leaders and anyone who directs the work of others.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
The Financial-Based Decision Making and Cost Estimating program equips manufacturers with the skills to make data-driven, cost-conscious decisions that maximize operational efficiency and profitability.
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Financial-Based Decision Making and Cost Estimating to apply cost estimation, financial analysis and performance metrics to prioritize resources and select the most valuable production strategies.
Participants will:
Topics covered:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction
Recommended For:
Manufacturing leaders, plant managers, operations and production managers, financial professionals and anyone responsible for budgeting, cost control or strategic decision-making in production environments. It is especially valuable for those seeking to make data-driven decisions that improve efficiency and profitability.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Our Ergonomic Assessment helps organizations identify workplace risk factors to improve employee comfort, safety and productivity. Ergonomic training and consulting services help design a healthier, happier workplace, reducing worker compensation claims, absenteeism and employee turnover.
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An ergonomic assessment helps organizations create safer, healthier and more efficient work environments by identifying workplace conditions that may contribute to employee discomfort, fatigue, or musculoskeletal injuries. Industry Extension Services professionals work alongside your team to evaluate job tasks, workstations, equipment and employee movements to identify ergonomic risks and opportunities for improvement.
The assessment examines factors such as repetitive motions, lifting and material handling practices, workstation design, employee posture, tool selection, force requirements, and workflow efficiency. Our experts provide practical recommendations that reduce physical strain, improve employee comfort, and support a safer, more productive workplace.
At the conclusion of the assessment, your organization will receive prioritized, actionable recommendations that help minimize injury risks, reduce workers’ compensation costs, improve employee well-being and enhance operational performance. The goal is to create a work environment that supports both employee health and business productivity, resulting in a stronger, more engaged workforce and sustainable long-term success.
Benefits of an ergonomic assessment:
Duration:
7-8 Hours | 1 Day
Format:
On-site, in-person assessment
Recommended For:
Any organization with employees who perform repetitive tasks, computer-based work, material handling or physically demanding jobs—including manufacturing plants, warehouses, healthcare facilities and business offices.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Ergonomics training programs focus on minimizing and eliminating the causes of workplace injuries. We offer several different workshops:
Duration: 0.5-1 hour
Duration: 2 hours
Duration: 3 days
Duration: 2 to 3 days
Duration: 1-3 days Kaizen event
Duration: 4 or 8 hours
Format:
Customized on-site, in-person instruction or Virtual Instructor-led Training (VILT)
Recommended For:
Any organization with employees who perform repetitive tasks, computer-based work, material handling or physically demanding jobs—including manufacturing plants, warehouses, healthcare facilities and business offices.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Ergonomic consulting provides expert guidance to reduce workplace risk factors, improve workstation and job design, prevent injuries, increase productivity and create a safer, more comfortable work environment.
Consulting services:
Duration:
Varies
Format:
Varies
Recommended For:
Any organization with employees who perform repetitive tasks, computer-based work, material handling or physically demanding jobs—including manufacturing plants, warehouses, healthcare facilities and business offices.
Contact your Regional Manager to schedule.
Our Industrial Engineering services leverage advanced tools and expert analysis to improve efficiency, reduce risk and drive smarter business decisions.
3D Digital Twin Scans
Facility Layout
Process Simulation
Work Measurement: Time and Motion Studies