Winning Teams – Lean Certification Series

The Winning Teams Lean Certification Series, supported by Kata practice, provides participants with a strong foundation in lean principles and hands-on experience in applying those principles.

The series includes classroom training at Catalyst Connection’s offices and optional online coaching sessions. During these coaching sessions, participants will present project outcomes and share personal experiences, including successes and challenges. This program prepares participants to apply lean principles effectively and take an active role in their organization’s continuous improvement efforts.

Certification Requirements:

• Attendance at all classroom sessions
• Participation in roundtable discussions
• On-site project implementation
• Public presentation of project outcomes
• Completion of a written exam

Classroom Instruction Covers:

• Value Stream Mapping and A3 Thinking
• Lean Essentials and Project Planning for Implementation
• The 5S System for Workplace Organization and Visual Management
• Root Cause Analysis and Kata practices for sustaining improvements
• Standard Work and Leader Standard Work
• Team project presentation and final exam for certification

Benefits of Attending:

Participants will gain valuable skills, enabling them to:

• Identify waste in processes
• Standardize procedures to maintain visual controls
• Approach operational problems with confidence

 

About the Trainer

Eric MacDonald, Managing Director of Continuous Improvement at Catalyst Connection, joined the team in 2013 as a Senior Continuous Improvement Consultant. He brings over 22 years of experience in senior manufacturing roles across industries such as electronics, medical, beverages, construction, and plastics. Eric’s expertise in problem solving, lean principles, and process standardization has been a valuable addition to the Catalyst Connection team. He holds a BS in Industrial Technology from California University of Pennsylvania and an MBA from Waynesburg University, with certifications in Practical Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, and Lean Kaizen event facilitation.