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    What Is Lean Manufacturing and Why Learn It?A Practical Skill for Every Factory Floor

    Lean Manufacturing Training in Latvia is a practical, one-day programme that teaches you how to strip waste out of production and deliver more value to the customer. Rooted in the Toyota Production System (TPS) developed by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo at Toyota, Lean gives you a proven toolkit: the five Lean principles, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S, pull systems and Kaizen continuous improvement. For Latvia's manufacturers in woodworking, metalworking, food production and pharmaceuticals, Lean is the everyday discipline behind shorter lead times, lower inventory and steadier quality. With most factory output exported and wage growth outpacing productivity, employers increasingly want people who can find and remove waste on the shop floor. This is a non-certification skills course with no exam; you finish with a course completion record from Invensis Learning and tools you can use the next day. Start building world-class production habits with Invensis Learning.

    What Is Lean Manufacturing and Why Learn It?A Practical Skill for Every Factory Floor

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    Lean Manufacturing Training EligibilityWho Can Enroll?

    The Payoff of Learning Lean ManufacturingSkills You Can Apply from Day One

    What Lean Skills Do for Your CareerRoles and Demand Across Latvia

    Lean skills are in growing demand across Latvia's manufacturing base, where woodworking, metalworking, food production and pharmaceuticals together export most of what they make. As wage growth outpaces productivity, employers want people who can remove waste and improve flow, the practical focus of Lean Manufacturing training. Roles range from production team leader and Lean coordinator to manufacturing engineer, production manager and plant manager, and here is what the market looks like now.

    Why Lean Skills Are in Demand Across Latvian Industry

    Lean Manufacturing is a practical skill that pays off on every shift. Build the capability to remove waste, improve flow and lead continuous improvement in your plant. Start today.

    Your Latvia Manufacturing Transformation

    Your Shift from Firefighting to Flow

    What Lean Skills Change Day to Day

    Latvia's manufacturers face rising wages, energy costs and skills shortages, and the plants that thrive are the ones that keep getting leaner. Here is the difference Lean skills make on your floor.

    Sources: algas.lv, CSB and OECD (Latvia) 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 Latvia 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 MasterPractical Tools for Every Shop Floor

    You will learn to apply the full Lean Manufacturing toolkit, from the Toyota Production System and the eight wastes to value stream mapping, 5S, Kanban, TPM, SMED and Kaizen. Each tool is taught through hands-on exercises so you can use it on your own production floor straight away.

    See and Eliminate the Eight Wastes

    Identify defects, overproduction, waiting, non-utilised talent, transport, inventory, motion and extra processing (DOWNTIME) on the shop floor, and run a structured waste walk at the Gemba to target and remove them.

    Map Your Value Stream

    Draw current-state value stream maps with cycle times, inventory and information flow, calculate takt time, find the bottleneck, and design a leaner future state that improves flow end to end.

    Organise the Workplace with 5S

    Apply Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardise and Sustain, plus visual management with Andon and production boards, to make abnormalities visible and reduce time lost searching for tools and materials.

    Build Pull Systems and Kanban

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

    Raise Equipment Effectiveness with TPM

    Use Total Productive Maintenance and autonomous maintenance, and calculate OEE (Availability x Performance x Quality) to attack the six big losses that steal capacity from your machines.

    Standardise Work and Speed Changeovers

    Document standard work around takt time and work sequence, and apply the SMED method to convert internal to external setup and cut changeover time dramatically for smaller, more flexible batches.

    Level Production and Mistake-Proof It

    Smooth volume and mix with Heijunka to remove unevenness, and design Poka Yoke devices that make defects impossible or immediately visible, protecting quality in a Just-in-Time flow.

    Lead Kaizen and a Lean Culture

    Run daily Kaizen and focused improvement events, use A3 problem solving, and apply Lean leadership behaviours at the Gemba to sustain the gains and keep improving over time.

    Who Should TakeLean Manufacturing Training in Latvia?

    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

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    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

    EUR 400

    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 Latvia 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 Latvia 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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    EUR 400

    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 in LatviaBuilt for Manufacturers

    Invensis Learning delivers practical, instructor-led Lean Manufacturing training for professionals and manufacturers across Latvia and worldwide. Our trainers are experienced quality and operational excellence practitioners who bring real shop-floor improvement experience, not just theory. Whether you learn as an individual or train a whole production team, you get structured courseware, hands-on Lean exercises applied to real manufacturing scenarios, and flexible delivery through live online or onsite formats. Invensis Learning is ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified, so quality and data security are built into every programme.

    • Experienced quality and operational excellence trainers with real shop-floor experience
    • Hands-on Lean exercises applied to real manufacturing scenarios
    • Flexible delivery: online (live virtual) instructor-led or onsite at your plant
    • Structured courseware covering the full TPS and Lean toolkit
    • Corporate and group training for whole production teams
    • Course completion record from Invensis Learning on finishing
    • ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified training provider
    • Regional support for learners and teams across Latvia and the Baltics

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

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    Corporate Lean Training for TeamsUpskill Your Whole Floor

    • Tailored to your plant's products, processes and value streams
    • Onsite, live virtual or hybrid delivery for whole teams
    • Waste walks and 5S exercises run in your own production areas
    • Builds a shared Lean language across shifts and departments
    • Flexible scheduling around production and shift patterns
    • Experienced trainers with real manufacturing improvement experience
    • Group pricing and dedicated coordination for corporate programmes

    Leading Latvian Manufacturers

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    What Our Learners Say

    Finally Saw the Waste on My Line

    "The waste walk exercise changed how I look at my area. Within a week of the training I had reorganised the workstation with 5S and cut the time my team spends searching for tools. Practical from start to finish."

    Janis Berzins

    Production Supervisor

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    Value Stream Mapping Made It Click

    "I understood takt time and bottlenecks in theory, but mapping a real value stream in the session showed me exactly where our lead time was lost. I ran a future-state map at work the following month."

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    A Complete Lean Toolkit in One Day

    "From the eight wastes to Kanban and OEE, the course gave me tools I use every week. The trainer's shop-floor examples were spot on for a woodworking plant like ours."

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    Our Teams Now Share One Lean Language

    "We trained two shifts together and it built a common vocabulary fast. Standard work and daily Kaizen have stuck, and changeovers on our packing lines are noticeably quicker."

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    Operations Manager, Food Production

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    Real Capability, Not Just Theory

    "Invensis tailored the exercises to our own value streams. The 5S and TPM sessions gave our supervisors the confidence to lead improvement, and we are already seeing better equipment uptime."

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

    Lean Manufacturing training is a practical, one-day skills course that teaches you how to eliminate waste and improve flow in production. Based on the Toyota Production System, it covers the five Lean principles, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S, Kanban, TPM and Kaizen.

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    What is Lean Manufacturing training?

    Lean Manufacturing training is a practical, one-day skills course that teaches you how to eliminate waste and improve flow in production. Based on the Toyota Production System, it covers the five Lean principles, the eight wastes, value stream mapping, 5S, Kanban, TPM and Kaizen.

    Is Lean Manufacturing training worth it in Latvia?

    Yes. As Latvian wages outpace productivity and most factory output is exported, employers value people who can cut waste and lift efficiency. The skills apply immediately across woodworking, metalworking, food and pharmaceutical production, making you more effective and more employable on the shop floor.

    Who should attend Lean Manufacturing training?

    The training suits production and manufacturing managers, industrial and manufacturing engineers, operations supervisors and team leaders, Lean and continuous improvement coordinators, quality engineers, and maintenance or TPM coordinators. It fits anyone working in or managing a production operation.

    What framework is the course based on?

    The course is grounded in the Toyota Production System (TPS) developed at Toyota by Taiichi Ohno and Shigeo Shingo, and the five Lean principles popularised by Womack and Jones. It is vendor-neutral, with no single governing body, and reflects established Lean manufacturing practice.

    Does Lean apply outside manufacturing?

    Yes. While the course focuses on manufacturing, tools such as 5S, waste elimination, value stream mapping and Kaizen apply to logistics, warehousing, healthcare operations and service delivery, so professionals from adjacent operational environments also benefit.

    Pricing

    How much does Lean Manufacturing training cost in Latvia?

    Fees vary by delivery format (live online, classroom or onsite corporate) and group size, so pricing is available on request. Contact a learning advisor for a quote tailored to your needs or team size in Latvia.

    What is included in the course fee?

    Your fee covers instructor-led training across all Lean modules, structured courseware, hands-on Lean tool exercises, and a course completion record from Invensis Learning. Corporate programmes can add tailored exercises using your own production data. Request a quote for full inclusions.

    Do you offer group or corporate pricing?

    Yes. We offer volume-based pricing for production teams and departments, with customised scheduling. Training whole teams together is cost-effective and builds a shared Lean language. Ask about corporate pricing for your plant.

    What payment options are available?

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

    Is there a discount for training a whole team?

    Yes. Corporate and group bookings attract volume-based pricing, and onsite delivery for a full team is often the most economical option. Contact us for a group quote for your production team.

    Assessment

    Does the course include a test?

    No. This is a hands-on skills course with no formal test. You reinforce learning through Lean tool exercises, waste identification activities, real manufacturing examples and team discussion throughout the programme.

    What do I receive on completing the training?

    You receive a course completion record from Invensis Learning on finishing. This confirms you completed the Lean Manufacturing training and the tools it covers; it is a record of completion rather than a formal credential from an external body.

    How is my learning reinforced?

    Through practical exercises rather than grading. You apply Lean tools with a waste walk, value stream data collection, a 5S assessment, an OEE calculation and Kanban sizing, practising each tool on realistic manufacturing scenarios during the day.

    Are there any prerequisites?

    None. The course is open to all and assumes no prior Lean knowledge. Prior manufacturing or production experience is helpful but not required, as the tools are taught from first principles.

    How long is the training?

    The programme runs for 8 hours in total, typically as one full day, and can also be delivered as two half-days. It covers Lean foundations, the eight wastes, VSM, 5S, pull systems, TPM and OEE, standard work, SMED, Heijunka, Poka Yoke and Kaizen.

    Course Content

    What topics does the Lean Manufacturing course cover?

    The course covers the Toyota Production System and the five Lean principles, the eight wastes (DOWNTIME), value stream mapping, 5S and visual management, pull systems and Kanban, Just-in-Time, TPM and OEE, standard work, SMED quick changeover, Heijunka, Poka Yoke and building a Kaizen culture.

    What are the eight wastes I will learn to remove?

    You learn the eight wastes summarised as DOWNTIME: Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-utilised talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion and Extra processing. You also cover Mura (unevenness) and Muri (overburden), and how to spot each at the Gemba.

    Will I learn value stream mapping and 5S?

    Yes. You practise current-state value stream mapping, takt time and bottleneck analysis, and future-state design, and you apply the five 5S steps with visual management tools such as Andon boards and floor markings.

    Are the sessions hands-on?

    Yes. Every module includes practical exercises, including a waste walk, value stream data collection, a 5S workplace assessment, an OEE calculation and Kanban quantity sizing, so you can apply the tools on your own floor straight away.

    Can beginners follow the course?

    Yes. The course starts from first principles and needs no prior Lean experience. Concepts are explained clearly and reinforced with real manufacturing examples, so beginners and experienced practitioners both gain practical, usable skills.

    Enrollment

    How do I enrol in Lean Manufacturing training in Latvia?

    You can enrol through the Invensis Learning website. Choose your preferred format, complete payment, and you receive access to schedules, courseware and learning resources. A learning advisor can help you pick the right batch.

    What training formats are available?

    The course is available as online (live virtual) instructor-led training, in-person classroom sessions, and customised corporate onsite training for teams, so you can choose the format that fits your schedule and location in Latvia.

    When are the next sessions?

    New public sessions run regularly in live online format, and onsite corporate sessions are scheduled to suit your team. See upcoming schedules or talk to a learning advisor for the next available dates.

    Can you deliver the training at our factory?

    Yes. We deliver Lean Manufacturing training onsite at your plant across Latvia, tailored to your products and value streams. Onsite delivery lets your team practise waste walks and 5S in their own areas. Contact us to arrange a session.

    What is your reschedule or refund policy?

    Rescheduling and refunds are handled per our published policy, and selected plans allow you to transfer to another batch. Reach out to our team for the details that apply to your enrolment.