Day 1 — Lean Foundations
Lean Manufacturing Philosophy • 8 Wastes (DOWNTIME) • Lean Tools • Problem Solving (PDCA, A3, 5 Why) • Data & Smart Manufacturing • Visual Management • Standard Work • Gemba
Day 2 — VSM, TOC & Flow
Value Stream Mapping • Theory of Constraints • Rules of Flow • One Piece Flow • Real-Time Data & OEE • TPM, Preventive Maintenance & CMMS • SMED • Day 2 Review
Day 3 — Final Project & Certification
Project Preparation & Coaching (2 hr) • Final Project Presentations (4 hr) • Green Belt Certification Test (1.5 hr) • Debrief & Closing (0.5 hr). Each project must demonstrate a 20%+ cost savings opportunity.
About the course
Led by Industry Expert & Facilitator Eli Latak, MBB — Master Black Belt in Lean/Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints (TOC) & Flow Practitioner. | INCLUDED BONUS — #1 AMAZON BESTSELLER Every participant receives a complimentary copy of The Hero's Rope by Wesley Paterson, #1 Amazon Bestseller in Organizational Change. The Hero's Rope challenges leaders to stop carrying people across the river and instead teach them to cross themselves — the perfect companion to your Lean Green Belt journey. PROGRAM OVERVIEW An intensive 3-day (24-hour) certification program combining the best elements of Lean, Theory of Constraints (TOC), and 2 Second Lean methodology. Provides intermediate-to-advanced working knowledge of Lean and TOC frameworks through classroom instruction, hands-on simulation, and applied project work. Proven to develop leaders into an army of problem solvers. No prerequisites required. WHO SHOULD ATTEND Leaders, managers, supervisors, and growth-minded professionals — operations and production leaders, QA professionals, process improvement champions, engineers seeking Lean certification, and any professional committed to driving organizational excellence. PROGRAM BENEFITS • Master problem-solving methodologies used by world-class organizations • Hands-on simulation activities for experiential learning • Learn directly from a certified Master Black Belt and TOC trainer • Develop leadership capabilities for continuous improvement • Become a Lean Champion in your organization • Achieve a minimum 20% cost savings target through applied project work • Earn a recognized Green Belt Certification • Complimentary copy of The Hero's Rope by Wesley Paterson — #1 Amazon Bestseller in Organizational Change VENUE Comfort Inn & Suites, 2317 Trans Canada Way SE, Medicine Hat, AB DATES (all 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM MDT) • Day 1 — Wednesday, September 9, 2026 • Day 2 — Thursday, September 10, 2026 • Day 3 — Wednesday, September 23, 2026 INVESTMENT $1,995 CAD plus GST. No prerequisites required.
Eli Latak, MBB
Industry Expert & Facilitator | Master Black Belt in Lean/Six Sigma | Theory of Constraints (TOC) & Flow Practitioner — Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and TOC & Flow practitioner with 25+ years leading Lean transformations across North America. Engineering degree in Industrial Management; ISO 9001:2015 QMS certified; CCPM certified. Has directed 400+ Kaizen events and supported 500+ Lean projects. Past leadership roles include VP of OPEX/Quality/Engineering at DIRTT Environmental Solutions and Business Improvement Manager at Metrie. Industries served: Defence & Aerospace, Agriculture, Pharmaceutical, Oil & Gas, High-Tech, Construction/Wood/MDF, and Engineering. Notable results: 35% OPEX reduction and 45% throughput gain through One-Piece Flow; 30% productivity boost; OTIF improved from 80% to 99%; 20% operating cost reduction via VSM.
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