Continuous Improvement SummitDescription: TMAC will deliver a comprehensive three-day training workshop designed to build awareness, understanding, and competency in Lean Six Sigma Leadership. The course will also equip participants with the skills necessary to plan, conduct, and implement Operational Excellence initiatives.
Day 1: Lean Foundations & Operational Context
Introduces Lean Six Sigma fundamentals with a focus on waste reduction, process flow, and the connection between operational performance and equipment efficiency.
• Lean principles and the 9 wastes
• Flow, cycle time, and process efficiency
• Introduction to OEE (Availability, Performance, Quality)
• Standardized Work, 5S, and Visual Management
• Basic Autonomous Maintenance concepts
Day 2: Problem Solving & Equipment Reliability
Develops structured problem-solving skills and introduces key concepts to improve process stability and equipment reliability.
• DMAIC framework and problem-solving approach
• Root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone)
• Introduction to Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Processing Mapping with operational focus (cycle times, lead times, etc.)
Day 3: Implementation, Financial Impact & Continuous Improvement
Focuses on applying improvement methods, evaluating financial impact, and sustaining continuous improvement efforts.
• Kaizen and continuous improvement strategies
• Financial impact (cost of waste, downtime, and inefficiencies)
• Identifying and prioritizing improvement opportunities (maybe)
• Gemba Walks
• Roles, accountability, and sustaining improvements
Schedule Details: August 3 - 5, 20268:30AM - 4:30PMLocation: Rio Bank - Corporate Banking Center5th floor, Multipurpose Room701 E. Expressway 83McAllen, TX 78501For more information: please contact: tmac@utrgv.edu956-665-7011Notes: We require a minimum number of participants to have this event, otherwise, event will be cancelled or postponed.Special Accommodations: For special accommodations, please contact our office at (956) 665-7011 or tmac@utrgv.edu
Price:
$16,850.00