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    What Is Lean Manufacturing?A Practical Route to Waste-Free Production

    Lean Manufacturing Training in Armenia gives you a systematic method for stripping waste out of production and delivering more value to the customer. Rooted in the Toyota Production System (TPS) developed by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo at Toyota, the course teaches the five Lean principles, the eight wastes captured in the DOWNTIME model, value stream mapping, 5S, pull systems and Kaizen continuous improvement, all in a focused one-day programme. It suits production and manufacturing managers, industrial and quality engineers, operations supervisors and continuous improvement coordinators across Armenia's food, beverage, pharmaceutical, metals and building-materials plants. No prior Lean experience is needed; the training builds every tool from first principles and reinforces it through hands-on exercises. As Armenian manufacturing output climbs and exporters chase tighter margins, employers increasingly value people who can see and remove waste on the floor. You leave able to run a waste walk, map a value stream, launch 5S, size a kanban loop and calculate OEE. Start your Lean journey with Invensis Learning.

    What Is Lean Manufacturing?A Practical Route to Waste-Free Production

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    Lean Manufacturing Training EligibilityWho Can Enroll?

    Why Lean Skills Are Worth BuildingValue You Can Apply Immediately

    Where Lean Skills Take You in ArmeniaIn-Demand Roles Across Industry

    The Lean skills built through Lean Manufacturing training open doors across Armenia's expanding manufacturing base, from Yerevan's food and beverage plants to pharmaceutical, metals and building-materials producers chasing export growth. As output rises and margins tighten, employers want people who can eliminate waste, steady flow and lift OEE. Demand runs from production team leader through manufacturing engineer to operations and continuous improvement manager, and here is what the market shows right now.

    Why Armenian Manufacturers Are Turning to Lean

    Lean Manufacturing is more than a toolkit. It is how competitive plants win. Join the professionals across Armenia who cut waste and lead improvement on the floor. Start today.

    Your Armenia Lean Transformation

    From Firefighting to Flow

    How Lean Reshapes Your Day

    Armenia's manufacturing output is climbing and exporters are under pressure to do more with less, so employers increasingly separate people who can drive improvement from those who only keep the line running. Here is which side of that line Lean skills put you on.

    Sources: WorldSalaries, Take-profit.org (Armenia wages 2026); ARKA (manufacturing output 2026).

    Module 1: Foundations of Lean Thinking

    • Overview of the Toyota Production System (TPS), the history of Lean, and how Lean thinking differs from traditional mass production approaches
    • Understanding the five Lean principles: Value, Value Stream, Flow, Pull, and Perfection, and how they apply to manufacturing and service environments
    • Introduction to Lean culture, the leadership role in Lean transformation, and the importance of employee engagement in sustaining continuous improvement

    Module 2: Identifying and Eliminating Waste (MUDA, MURA, MURI)

    • Identifying the eight types of waste: Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-Utilised Talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, and Extra Processing
    • Conducting waste walk exercises to assess current-state operations and prioritise improvement opportunities across production processes
    • Understanding the difference between MUDA (waste), MURA (unevenness), and MURI (overburden), and applying structured elimination strategies for each

    Module 3: Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

    • Creating current-state value stream maps to visualise the flow of materials and information across the production process
    • Analysing current-state maps to identify bottlenecks, excess inventory, non-value-added steps, and process cycle efficiency metrics
    • Designing future-state value stream maps and building improvement roadmaps to close the gap between current and desired production performance

    Module 4: 5S Workplace Organisation

    • Implementing the five steps of 5S: Sort (Seiri), Set in Order (Seiton), Shine (Seiso), Standardise (Seiketsu), and Sustain (Shitsuke)
    • Conducting 5S workplace assessments, scoring production areas, and identifying corrective actions to improve organisation and visual management
    • Building 5S sustaining mechanisms including audit schedules, visual controls, and standard work documentation to maintain workplace improvements

    Module 5: Just-in-Time (JIT) Production and Kanban

    • Understanding Just-in-Time production principles including Takt Time analysis, one-piece flow, and pull-based scheduling to reduce inventory and lead times
    • Designing and implementing Kanban pull systems to manage material flow, signal replenishment, and eliminate overproduction between production stages
    • Calculating Takt Time, cycle time, and process lead time to balance workload and design efficient production flows aligned with customer demand

    Module 6: Kaizen and Continuous Improvement Events

    • Understanding Kaizen philosophy, the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) improvement cycle, and the principles of rapid improvement event facilitation
    • Planning, facilitating, and following up on structured Kaizen events including team selection, problem scoping, root cause analysis, and countermeasure implementation
    • Building a Kaizen culture through daily improvement habits, idea management systems, and leadership behaviours that sustain continuous improvement momentum

    Module 7: Error-Proofing with Poka-Yoke and Jidoka

    • Understanding error-proofing principles and the difference between detection and prevention approaches to quality control in manufacturing processes
    • Designing and implementing Poka-Yoke (mistake-proofing) devices and mechanisms to eliminate defects at the source before they reach the next production stage
    • Applying Jidoka (autonomation) principles to enable machines and operators to detect abnormalities, stop production, and signal for corrective action automatically

    Module 8: Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and OEE

    • Understanding Total Productive Maintenance principles including the eight pillars of TPM and how TPM supports Lean production by eliminating equipment-related waste
    • Calculating Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) using Availability, Performance, and Quality components to measure and improve production asset performance
    • Implementing Autonomous Maintenance practices to involve operators in basic equipment care, inspection, and early defect detection to reduce unplanned downtime

    Module 9: Sustaining Lean and Building a Lean Culture

    • Developing Lean management systems including visual management, daily team meetings, tiered accountability processes, and leader standard work to sustain improvements
    • Measuring and tracking Lean progress using key performance indicators including lead time, first-pass yield, OEE, inventory turns, and on-time delivery
    • Building a long-term Lean transformation roadmap, engaging cross-functional teams, and developing internal Lean practitioner capability to drive ongoing operational excellence

    Course Curriculumof the Lean Manufacturing Training

    The Lean Manufacturing training curriculum in Armenia is structured across nine modules, taking learners from foundational Lean thinking and waste identification through to advanced production system design, error-proofing, and sustaining continuous improvement culture.

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    Skills You Will BuildThe Full Lean Toolkit, Hands On

    This training turns the Lean method into skills you can use on your own shop floor. Across a focused one-day programme you will practise the core tools of the Toyota Production System through hands-on exercises, so you leave able to see waste, improve flow and lead continuous improvement.

    Spot and Remove the Eight Wastes

    Identify defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilised talent, transport, inventory, motion and extra processing using the DOWNTIME model, then run a Gemba waste walk to quantify and prioritise what to eliminate first.

    Map Value Streams End to End

    Build current-state value stream maps with standard symbols, capture cycle time, changeover and inventory data, calculate takt time and lead time, then design a leaner future state that guides your improvement plan.

    Organise the Workplace with 5S

    Apply Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain to create a clean, visual, error-revealing workplace, and use Andon, production boards and floor markings to make abnormalities obvious at a glance.

    Build Pull with Kanban and JIT

    Move from push to pull production, size kanban loops and supermarkets, and apply Just-in-Time principles so each step makes only what the next one needs, cutting overproduction and inventory.

    Lift Uptime with TPM and OEE

    Use Total Productive Maintenance and autonomous maintenance to prevent breakdowns, and calculate OEE from Availability, Performance and Quality to target the six big losses that steal capacity.

    Standardise, Change over Fast and Sustain Kaizen

    Write standard work, cut setup time with SMED, level the schedule with Heijunka, mistake-proof with poka yoke, and lead A3-based Kaizen so improvements stick and compound over time.

    Who Should TakeLean Manufacturing Training in Armenia?

    Manufacturing Managers and Plant Managers

    Production Supervisors and Team Leaders

    Quality Engineers and Quality Managers

    Industrial Engineers and Process Engineers

    Supply Chain and Operations Professionals

    Maintenance Engineers and TPM Coordinators

    Professionals transitioning into Lean or process improvement roles

    Continuous Improvement (CI) and Operational Excellence Specialists

    Who Can Take This Certification Training

    Lean Manufacturing Training Modesfor Professionals and Teams

    We offer flexible training formats designed to suit different learning preferences, schedules, and professional goals. Whether you prefer self-paced learning or a structured, corporate, instructor-led experience, choose the option that best supports your skill development journey with the best Lean Manufacturing online training options.

    Lean Manufacturing Live Virtual Training

    • Live online instructor-led sessions

    • Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    • Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    • Practice assessments and revision support

    • Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    • Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    • Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    • Access from any location with internet connectivity

    USD 345

    Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences through virtual Lean Manufacturing training.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

    Lean Manufacturing Classroom Training

    • Instructor-led classroom sessions

    • Interactive discussions and group activities

    • Real-world examples and practical exercises

    • Structured learning with fixed schedules

    • Opportunities for peer networking and collaboration

    • Practice assessments and knowledge checks

    • Dedicated Q&A and concept clarification

    • Immediate trainer feedback and support

    Learn through face-to-face sessions led by experienced instructors in a collaborative classroom environment. This classroom Lean Manufacturing training in Armenia combines expert guidance, peer interaction, and hands-on activities to create an engaging learning experience.

    Best For: Learners who prefer in-person interaction, structured schedules, and collaborative learning experiences.

    Lean Manufacturing Corporate Group Training

    • Customized training aligned to organizational goals

    • Flexible delivery: onsite, virtual, hybrid, or blended

    • Scheduling tailored to business availability

    • Role-based examples and industry-relevant discussions

    • Progress tracking and learner assessments where applicable

    • Dedicated coordination and administrative support

    • Consistent learning experiences across teams

    • Scalable delivery for local, regional, or global workforces

    Designed for organizations in Armenia that want to build capabilities at scale, standardize Lean practices, and support workforce development through customized Lean Manufacturing training for companies.

    Best For: Organizations looking to upskill employees, address capability gaps, and deliver consistent training across teams.

    Lean Manufacturing Focused 1-to-1 Training

    • One-to-one instructor attention

    • Customized learning plans and objectives

    • Flexible scheduling based on availability

    • Personalized feedback and coaching

    • Additional focus on challenging topics

    • Targeted practice and revision support

    • Faster clarification of questions and concepts

    • Learning pace is adapted to individual needs

    Receive personalized instruction tailored to your goals, pace, and learning requirements through dedicated sessions from trusted Lean Manufacturing training company.

    Best For: Professionals seeking personalized guidance, accelerated learning, or focused support to achieve specific outcomes.

    Lean Manufacturing Live Virtual Training

    Lean Manufacturing Live Virtual Training

    Live online instructor-led sessions

    Interactive discussions and virtual activities

    Expert guidance from experienced trainers

    Practice assessments and revision support

    Dedicated Q&A sessions for concept clarification

    Fixed schedules for accountability and momentum

    Small batch sizes for personalized attention

    Access from any location with internet connectivity

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    USD 345

    Please Note: Attend fully interactive online sessions from anywhere while benefiting from real-time instructor guidance and collaborative learning experiences through virtual Lean Manufacturing training.

    Best For: Professionals seeking the flexibility of online learning without compromising on live instructor interaction.

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    Why Choose Invensis Learning for Lean Manufacturing in ArmeniaExpert-Led and Built for the Shop Floor

    Invensis Learning delivers Lean Manufacturing training for individual professionals and manufacturing teams across Armenia who want to build real waste-elimination and continuous improvement capability. Our programmes combine experienced, practitioner trainers, hands-on exercises drawn from real production environments, structured courseware and flexible delivery. As a Lean Manufacturing training company in Armenia, and an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified training organisation serving professionals in more than 100 countries, we focus on practical understanding you can apply on the floor from the first day back at work.

    • Experienced, practitioner trainers with real manufacturing floor exposure
    • Flexible formats: live virtual, classroom and on-site corporate training
    • Hands-on exercises and manufacturing case studies, not just theory
    • ISO 9001:2015 quality-managed and ISO 27001:2022 information-secure delivery
    • Structured courseware, templates and post-training support
    • Course completion record from Invensis Learning on finishing the programme
    • Trusted by professionals and organisations across 100+ countries
    • Corporate group training tailored to your plant and sector

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    Lean Manufacturing Training Locations in ArmeniaAll our classroom training is now available online at your convenience

    Lean Manufacturing in Armenia

    Marriott Armenia, 1, Pap Karasavi Street, Kentron, Yerevan, 0010, Armenia

    Lean Manufacturing in Armenia

    Radisson Blu, Azatutyan avenue, Arabkir, Yerevan, 0037, Armenia

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    Corporate Lean Manufacturing TrainingUpskill Your Plant Team

    • Tailored to your plant, sector and shop-floor challenges
    • Delivered on-site, live virtual or hybrid to fit shifts
    • Practitioner trainers with real manufacturing experience
    • Team exercises applied to your own production processes
    • Flexible scheduling around operational availability
    • Progress tracking and dedicated post-training support
    • Scalable across sites and teams in Armenia and beyond

    Leading Armenian Manufacturers

    Grand CandyYerevan Brandy CompanyJermuk GroupMulti GroupZangezur Copper-Molybdenum CombineAlfa Pharm

    What Our Learners Say

    I Can Finally See the Waste on My Line

    "The waste walk and value stream mapping exercises changed how I see my line. Within weeks we had cut work-in-progress and shortened a changeover using the SMED approach we practised in the session."

    Aram Petrosyan

    Production Supervisor

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    Practical Quality Tools I Use Daily

    "As a quality engineer I found the poka yoke and built-in quality content immediately useful. The trainer tied every tool back to real production problems, so I left with fixes I could apply the next morning."

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    A Structured Way to Tackle Downtime

    "The OEE calculation and TPM sessions gave me a structured way to attack downtime on our older equipment. Hands-on and grounded, with no filler, exactly what a working engineer needs."

    Tigran Sargsyan

    Manufacturing Engineer

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    Gave Our Team a Shared Improvement Language

    "I coordinate improvement projects and the 5S and Kaizen material gave our team a shared language at last. The A3 problem-solving format has become how we run every improvement now."

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    Continuous Improvement Coordinator

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    Strong Impact Across Our Production Team

    "We booked the corporate session for our whole production team and it paid off fast. Standard work and pull-system thinking spread across shifts, and our line supervisors now speak the same Lean language."

    Vahe Avetisyan

    Plant Manager, Food and Beverage Sector

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    Tailored to Our Regulated Production

    "Invensis tailored the training to our pharmaceutical environment, mapping 5S and visual management onto our GMP processes. The team came away more confident and our internal audits have been smoother since."

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    Head of Operations, Pharmaceuticals Sector

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    Frequently Asked QuestionsHere's everything you may ask...

    Lean Manufacturing training is a practical, non-certification course that teaches you to eliminate waste and improve flow using the Toyota Production System. You learn the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), value stream mapping, 5S, pull systems, TPM and Kaizen in a focused one-day programme.

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    What is Lean Manufacturing training?

    Lean Manufacturing training is a practical, non-certification course that teaches you to eliminate waste and improve flow using the Toyota Production System. You learn the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), value stream mapping, 5S, pull systems, TPM and Kaizen in a focused one-day programme.

    Who should attend this Lean Manufacturing course in Armenia?

    The course suits production and manufacturing managers, industrial and quality engineers, operations supervisors, team leaders, maintenance managers and continuous improvement coordinators. It fits anyone working in or responsible for a production operation across Armenia's food, pharmaceutical, metals and building-materials sectors.

    Is learning Lean Manufacturing worth it in Armenia?

    Yes. Armenian manufacturing output grew 8.6% in early 2026 and exporters face tighter margins, so employers increasingly value people who can cut waste and lift productivity. Lean skills map onto in-demand roles from production supervisor to operations and continuous improvement manager.

    What is the Toyota Production System that Lean is based on?

    The Toyota Production System (TPS) is the manufacturing philosophy developed by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo at Toyota, built on two pillars: Just-in-Time and Jidoka (built-in quality). Lean Manufacturing applies TPS tools to remove waste and create smooth, pull-based flow.

    Do I need prior Lean experience to join?

    No prior Lean experience is required. The training introduces every principle and tool from first principles and reinforces them with hands-on exercises, so beginners and experienced practitioners alike can follow and apply the content.

    Pricing

    How much does Lean Manufacturing training in Armenia cost?

    Pricing is available on request, as it varies by delivery format, group size and whether you enrol as an individual or a corporate team. Contact a learning advisor for a quote tailored to your needs, and ask about group rates for your plant.

    What is included in the course fee?

    The fee typically includes instructor-led training across all six Lean modules, structured courseware, hands-on exercises, practice activities, downloadable templates, learner support and a course completion record from Invensis Learning.

    Do you offer corporate or group pricing?

    Yes. We offer corporate group training with volume-based pricing and schedules tailored to your team's availability. It is ideal for training a production team, cross-functional group or several sites together. Request a group quote to get started.

    Are there payment or instalment options?

    Yes. We accept major cards and bank transfers, and instalment options are available on selected plans. Speak with a learning advisor to choose the arrangement that suits you.

    Is the course available for both individuals and teams?

    Yes. You can enrol as an individual professional or arrange corporate group training for a team. Individual learners join scheduled sessions, while teams get tailored, on-site or live virtual delivery aligned to your production environment.

    Assessment

    Is there an exam for the Lean Manufacturing course?

    No. This is a non-certification skills course with no exam. Learning is reinforced through hands-on Lean tool exercises, waste identification activities, manufacturing case studies and group discussion throughout the one-day programme.

    Do I receive a certificate after the training?

    You receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning after finishing the one-day programme. No external credential is awarded, as this is a practical skills course rather than a certification.

    How is my learning assessed during the course?

    There is no formal assessment. Instead, you apply Lean tools through practical exercises, such as waste walks, value stream mapping, 5S assessment, OEE calculation and kanban sizing, so you build capability by doing throughout the session.

    Is this a certification course?

    No. Lean Manufacturing training is a non-certification skills programme focused on practical knowledge and workplace application. It builds a comprehensive Lean toolkit you can use immediately on the shop floor.

    Will the skills expire or need renewal?

    No. The Lean skills you learn do not expire and require no renewal. Once you can run waste walks, map value streams, apply 5S and lead Kaizen, those capabilities stay with you and apply directly to your work.

    Course Content

    What topics does the Lean Manufacturing syllabus cover?

    The syllabus covers Lean foundations and the Toyota Production System, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S and visual management, pull systems, kanban and Just-in-Time, TPM and OEE, standard work, SMED, Heijunka, poka yoke and building a Kaizen culture.

    What will I be able to do after the course?

    You will be able to identify the eight wastes, run a waste walk, read and interpret a value stream map, implement a 5S programme, design a kanban pull system, calculate OEE, write standard work and lead Kaizen improvements on the shop floor.

    Are there hands-on exercises in the training?

    Yes. Hands-on exercises run throughout the day, including Gemba-based waste identification, value stream data collection, 5S workplace assessment, OEE calculation and kanban quantity exercises, so you practise each tool on realistic production scenarios.

    Which Lean tools are taught in the course?

    You learn value stream mapping, 5S, kanban and pull systems, Just-in-Time, Total Productive Maintenance, OEE, standard work, SMED quick changeover, Heijunka production levelling, poka yoke and A3 problem solving, drawn from the full Lean toolkit.

    What learning materials are provided?

    You receive structured courseware covering all six Lean modules, along with templates, exercise worksheets, case study examples and reference materials to support learning during and after the programme.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the Lean Manufacturing course in Armenia?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format, complete your booking, and you will receive access to schedules, courseware and learning resources. A learning advisor can guide you through the options.

    What training formats are available?

    The course is available as online (live virtual) instructor-led training, in-person classroom training, and customised corporate on-site training for teams. Choose the format that best fits your schedule and learning preference.

    How soon can I start the training?

    You can join an upcoming scheduled session or, for teams, arrange a date that suits your operation. View the latest schedules on the website or talk to a learning advisor to find the next available batch.

    Can I reschedule or transfer my enrolment?

    Yes. Flexible options let you reschedule or transfer to another batch where available. Contact our support team to arrange a change that works for you.

    What is the refund or cancellation policy?

    Refunds and cancellations are handled per our published policy. Reach out to our team for the details that apply to your enrolment, and they will walk you through the options.