Continuous Improvement

University Sheffiel AMRC Training Centre

Course

Inhouse

£ 900 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Workshop

  • Methodology

    Inhouse

  • Duration

    3 Days

To provide a methodology applicable to many problem solving situations within the context of the production of metals and alloys. To develop an understanding of the principles of Continuous Improvement and Lean Thinking. To apply Continuous Improvement and Lean Thinking to manufacturing and other business processes. To focus on applying a range of process improvement tools to eliminate manufacturing waste. To provide examples of the practical application of lean thinking in metals and alloys manufacturing. Suitable for: Graduates in science, engineering or technology who are working in the metals manufacturing sector and wish to widen their knowldege on the theoretical and practical application of Continuous Improvement and Lean Thinking techniques to their workplace. Entrants who do not have a first degree but can demonstrate that they have the equivalent academic, professional and personal capabilities can be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course.

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Teachers and trainers (2)

Richard Cooper

Richard Cooper

Module Leader

Dr Richard Cooper (BSc and PhD in Physics) CSci, CPhys. has worked for 9 years in an applied research and industrial environment gaining an MBA from Warwick University whilst employed by Corus Research Development & Technology. He has 7 years project management experience and 5 years of line manangement experience. He has been employed by Corus RD& T as a full time Continuous Improvement Coach for 2 years.

Steve Platts

Steve Platts

Module Leader

Mr Steve Platts BS Hons Material Science & Technology, MSc Technology & Management CEng MIMMM, CSci. has worked in the steel and stainless steel industries for over 20 years holding positions in Metallurgical, Technical and Manufacturing Management. He is currently the Continuous Improvement Coach for Corus Narrow Strip and Corus Engineering Steels.

Course programme

INDICATIVE MODULE CONTENTS

1) Philosophy of Continuous Improvement and Lean Thinking

  • Value of adding activities
  • Waste elimination and flow

2) Strategy Review and Strategy Deployment

  • Specifiying customer value
  • SWOT and benchmarking

3) Analysis and Mapping

  • PDCA Problem Solving
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Root causes and process capabilities (OEE)

4) Implementation & Improvement

  • Projects to deliver strategy
  • 5S and visual management
  • SMED
  • Kanban, Pull and Flow
  • Six Sigma

5) Change Management

  • Teamworking
  • Barriers to implementation
  • Managing Expectations

Start time: 8.30 am each day.
Finish: 6.30 pm each day.

THE AIMS OF THE MODULE ARE:

  • To provide a methodology applicable to many problem solving situations within the context of the production of metals and alloys.
  • To develop an understanding of the principles of Continuous Improvement and Lean Thinking.
  • To apply Continuous Improvement and Lean Thinking to manufacturing and other business processes.
  • To focus on applying a range of process improvement tools to eliminate manufacturing waste.
  • To provide examples of the practical application of lean thinking in metals and alloys manufacturing.
  • To outline the barriers to implementation and change encountered during practical implementation.

Additional information

Payment options: Invoices will be issued on receipt of completed forms. Buffet lunch is provided each day so please notify us of any special dietary requirements.
Comments: This module can be studied as part of the MSc Manufacturing, Materials and Management Programme or as an individual module for people needing this specific technical knowledge. The course is run in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University.
Credits/Points: 15 credits towards a Post Graduate qualification from the Materials Manufacturing and Management Programme.

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