Introduction to Improving Workshop Efficiency

Duration

4 Hours

Price

$100.00
$100.00 CDN

Approvals

AMI Approved

Overview

This course focuses on the theory and mechanics of lean production, helping participants to understand and implement process improvement. The course topics include methods to utilize people, space and equipment for the maximum bottom line impact. This overview workshop will introduce shops to the concepts that will help reduce variation and begin to identify and fix the root causes of production problems in their collision repair business. The course is designed as an introductory look into “Lean Production” and will help participants determine whether more advanced training is appropriate for their organization.

Class participants will be eligible to receive credits towards the Accredited Automotive Manager designation from AMI.

Qualifications

The course is designed for Shop Owners, Production Managers and Fixed Operations Managers.

Content

• Applying lean production processes to collision repair environments
• Establishing a long-term management philosophy
• Begin identifying waste elimination and pursuing operational excellence
• Examine the concept of value stream mapping