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    What Is Lean Manufacturing Training in India?Build Skills That Cut Waste at Source

    Lean Manufacturing Training in India is a practical, instructor-led programme that teaches you to identify and eliminate waste from production systems, so every step adds value for the customer. Rooted in the Toyota Production System (TPS) developed by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo, it covers the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), value stream mapping, 5S, pull systems and Kaizen. The course is built for production and manufacturing managers, industrial and quality engineers, operations supervisors, team leaders and continuous improvement coordinators who want measurable shop-floor results, not just theory. You learn each tool by applying it to realistic manufacturing scenarios throughout the day. This is a practical skills programme rather than an accredited certification, and you receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning. If you want to cut lead times, reduce inventory and build a culture of continuous improvement, this is a clear place to begin your Lean journey.

    What Is Lean Manufacturing Training in India?Build Skills That Cut Waste at Source

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    Why Lean Manufacturing Skills Pay off at WorkValue You Can Apply from Day One

    Where Lean Takes Your Career in IndiaRoles, Sectors and Rising Demand

    Lean manufacturing skills are among the most sought-after capabilities in Indian industry, as automotive, FMCG, pharmaceutical, electronics and engineering firms race to cut cost and lift productivity. From Lean Engineer and Continuous Improvement Manager to Plant Head and Operational Excellence leader, professionals who can eliminate waste and improve flow are in strong demand, and Lean Manufacturing training builds exactly these capabilities. With Make in India, the PLI schemes and Industry 4.0 driving factory investment, here is what the market is telling us right now.

    Why Indian Factories Are Turning to Lean

    Lean manufacturing is a career multiplier for anyone who runs or improves a production line. Build the skills Indian factories are hiring for, and start applying them from day one.

    Your India Manufacturing Career Shift

    Where Lean Skills Take You

    The Before and After on Your Line

    India's factories are investing in automation, quality and capacity, and employers increasingly separate people who can drive Lean improvement from those who cannot. Here is which side of that line you want to be on.

    Sources: 6figr, PayScale, SalaryExpert (India) 2025-2026.

    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 India 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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    The Lean Tools You Will Put to Work5S, Kanban, TPM and Kaizen in Practice

    This training gives you a complete, practical Lean toolkit for waste elimination and flow improvement. By the end of the programme you can walk a value stream, identify waste, and apply the right Lean tool to fix it on the shop floor.

    Identify the Eight Wastes (DOWNTIME)

    Learn to walk the Gemba and classify Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-utilised talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion and Extra processing, then quantify and prioritise what to remove first.

    Map Value Streams End to End

    Build current-state and future-state value stream maps, calculate takt time, find the bottleneck, and plan the Kaizen events that move your process toward continuous flow.

    Organise the Workplace with 5S

    Apply Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain, alongside visual management such as andon and production boards, to create a safer, faster and more reliable workplace.

    Design Pull Systems with Kanban and JIT

    Replace push scheduling with kanban pull, size supermarkets and containers, and apply just-in-time principles so you produce only what downstream demand truly needs.

    Lift Uptime with TPM and OEE

    Use Total Productive Maintenance and calculate Overall Equipment Effectiveness (Availability x Performance x Quality) to target the six big losses and recover lost capacity.

    Standardise Work and Drive Kaizen

    Write standard work, apply SMED quick changeover and Heijunka levelling, and lead daily Kaizen so improvements are sustained and continuously built upon.

    Who Should TakeLean Manufacturing Training in India?

    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

    INR 54630

    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 India 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 India 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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    INR 54630

    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 Train with Invensis LearningYour Lean Learning Partner in India

    Invensis Learning delivers practical, instructor-led Lean manufacturing training for individual professionals and organisations across India and worldwide. Our programmes combine experienced, industry-practitioner trainers, structured courseware, hands-on Lean tool exercises and learner-focused support. Whether you enrol as an individual or plan corporate training for your team, Invensis Learning, a leading Lean Manufacturing training company in India, provides a professional learning experience built around real-world application and measurable outcomes.

    • Experienced trainers with real manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise
    • Hands-on exercises in waste identification, VSM, 5S, kanban and OEE
    • Flexible formats: live virtual, classroom, onsite and corporate group training
    • Structured, practical courseware you can apply on the shop floor
    • ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management and ISO 27001:2022 information security
    • Customised training for teams, plants and business units
    • Dedicated learner support before, during and after training
    • Trusted by professionals and organisations across many industries and countries

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

    Lean Manufacturing in India

    The Taj Mahal Palace, Koli Nagar, A Ward, Mumbai Zone 1, Mumbai City District, Maharashtra, India

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    The Oberoi, New Delhi, Oberoi Flyover, Chanakya Puri Tehsil, New Delhi, Delhi, 110503, India

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    Corporate Lean Manufacturing TrainingFor Your Teams

    • Suitable for small, medium and large manufacturing teams
    • Customised schedules aligned with plant and shift availability
    • Delivery via onsite, live virtual, hybrid or blended formats
    • Trainers with hands-on Lean and operational excellence experience
    • Role-based examples mapped to your own lines and products
    • Waste, VSM and 5S exercises run on your real production environment
    • Scalable delivery for teams across India and global sites

    Trusted by Leading Manufacturers

    Tata MotorsMaruti SuzukiMahindraBoschLarsen & ToubroBharat Forge

    What Our Learners Say

    Finally Applied VSM on My Own Line

    "The value stream mapping and waste-walk exercises were the highlight. I went back and mapped my assembly line the next week, found two clear bottlenecks, and cut changeover time using what the trainer taught on SMED."

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    Manufacturing Engineer

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    Practical, Not Just Theory

    "Every tool came with a hands-on exercise. The 5S and kanban sessions were easy to apply, and I now lead small Kaizen improvements on the shop floor with real confidence."

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    Continuous Improvement Executive

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    Clear, Well Paced and Useful

    "The trainer explained the eight wastes and OEE in a way the whole team could follow. Our daily production board and 5S audits are now directly based on this training."

    Vikram Singh

    Production Supervisor

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    A Great Fit for Our Plant Teams

    "We ran this as onsite corporate training for two shifts. The exercises used our own lines, so the learning stuck. We have already seen better housekeeping and fewer line stoppages."

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    L&D Manager, Automotive Components

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    Standardised Lean Across Our Sites

    "The programme gave our supervisors a shared Lean vocabulary. Rolling it out across plants helped us standardise 5S and pull systems and improve on-time delivery."

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    Head of Operations, Consumer Goods

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

    Lean Manufacturing Training is a practical, instructor-led skills programme that teaches you to identify and eliminate waste from production systems using Toyota Production System tools. You learn the five Lean principles, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S, kanban, JIT, TPM and Kaizen.

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    What is Lean Manufacturing Training?

    Lean Manufacturing Training is a practical, instructor-led skills programme that teaches you to identify and eliminate waste from production systems using Toyota Production System tools. You learn the five Lean principles, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S, kanban, JIT, TPM and Kaizen.

    Who should attend this Lean training?

    It suits production and manufacturing managers, industrial and quality engineers, operations supervisors, team leaders, maintenance managers and continuous improvement coordinators. Anyone who runs or improves a production or operations area will benefit.

    Is Lean manufacturing worth learning in India?

    Yes. With Make in India, the PLI schemes and Industry 4.0 driving factory investment, employers across automotive, FMCG, pharmaceutical and engineering value professionals who can cut waste, raise quality and improve flow, making Lean skills highly transferable.

    Do I need prior Lean experience to join?

    No. The programme introduces Lean manufacturing from first principles, so no prior Lean knowledge is required. Some shop-floor or production experience is helpful but not essential.

    What will I be able to do after the training?

    You will be able to run a waste walk, read and build a value stream map, apply 5S, design a kanban pull system, calculate OEE, write standard work and lead Kaizen improvements in your workplace.

    Pricing

    How much does Lean Manufacturing Training cost in India?

    Fees vary by delivery format (live virtual, classroom or corporate) and group size, so course pricing is available on request. Contact a learning advisor for current fees and any available offers.

    What is included in the course fee?

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

    Do you offer group or corporate discounts?

    Yes. We offer corporate group training with customised schedules and volume-based pricing for plants, business units and teams. Ask about corporate or group pricing for a tailored quote.

    Are there payment or instalment options?

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

    Is this training good value for money?

    The skills apply immediately on the shop floor, helping cut waste, lead time and downtime, so the training often pays back quickly through real process improvements. Request a quote to see options for you or your team.

    Certification

    Do I get a certificate after the training?

    Yes. On completing the programme you receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning that recognises your Lean manufacturing training.

    Is there an exam for this course?

    No. This is a non-certification skills course with no formal examination. Learning is reinforced through hands-on exercises, waste-identification activities and case discussions during the programme.

    Is this an accredited certification course?

    No. It is a practical Lean manufacturing skills course rather than an accredited certification. It builds a comprehensive toolkit you can apply straight away, and you receive a completion record from Invensis Learning.

    How am I assessed during the training?

    There is no formal assessment. Instead you apply Lean tools through practical exercises such as waste walks, value stream mapping, 5S assessment and OEE calculation on realistic manufacturing scenarios.

    What standard is the training based on?

    The training is grounded in the Toyota Production System and established Lean practice, covering the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), value stream mapping, 5S, kanban, JIT, TPM, standard work, SMED, Heijunka and Kaizen.

    Course Content

    What topics are covered in the Lean Manufacturing Training?

    The programme covers Lean foundations and TPS, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S and visual management, pull systems and kanban, JIT, TPM and OEE, standard work, SMED, Heijunka, poka yoke and building a Lean culture.

    What Lean tools will I learn to use?

    You learn value stream mapping, 5S, kanban, just-in-time, Total Productive Maintenance, OEE, standard work, SMED quick changeover, Heijunka levelling, poka yoke and Kaizen problem-solving.

    Are there hands-on exercises?

    Yes. The training runs practical exercises throughout, including a Gemba-based waste walk, VSM data collection, a 5S workplace assessment, OEE calculation and kanban quantity design.

    How long is the training?

    The programme is delivered as a full day of eight hours, or as two half-day sessions of four hours each, covering all Lean modules with hands-on exercises throughout.

    Can beginners take this course?

    Yes. The course starts from first principles and needs no prior Lean knowledge, so beginners and experienced production staff can both follow and apply the tools.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in the Lean Manufacturing Training?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format, whether that is the Lean Manufacturing course online or classroom-based, complete payment, and you will receive access to schedules, courseware and learning resources. Talk to a learning advisor if you need help choosing.

    What training formats are available?

    We offer online (live virtual) instructor-led training, classroom training, onsite delivery and customised corporate group training, so you can pick the format that fits your schedule.

    When can I start?

    New batches run regularly across India. See upcoming schedules for the next available dates, or ask an advisor about a batch that suits you.

    Can I have the training delivered at our factory?

    Yes. We deliver onsite and corporate group training at your site, using your own lines and products for the exercises so the learning applies directly to your operations.

    Can I reschedule my enrolment?

    Yes. Selected plans let you reschedule or move to another batch. Contact our support team to arrange this.