Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Course details

Lean Six Sigma has become the fastest spreading and most successful approach to Continuous Improvement across all industries regardless of size, position in the supply chain or service provided. An essential element of Six Sigma roll-out is Green Belt training. This Green Belt workshop will expose delegates to the powerful tools and methodology necessary to successfully lead and contribute to DMAIC improvement projects within the organisation.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

• To understand the concept of Six Sigma and the DMAIC approach to process improvement.
• To understand the tools involved in the Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve and Control phases.
• To understand the use of the tools in characterising a process, analysing process data, and controlling processes.
• To practice the key tools via projects or simulation exercises.
• To learn the basics of the SigmaXL™ Software which will be used throughout the course

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This course is intended for front line problem solving personnel responsible for resolving process problems in day-to-day operations or responsible for leading Continuous Improvement teams. It is also intended for those working with Six Sigma Black Belts on major improvement programmes or looking for breakthrough performance in key business metrics. Skills that are considered necessary for successful participation in the Green Belt programme include good communication skills and a willingness to learn.

COURSE PROGRAMME

Define & Measure

• Standardisation and Simplification
• Mistake Proofing
• Process Control Plans
• Ongoing Process Monitoring
• Project Report out
• Cause and Effect (XY) Matrices
• Root Cause Analysis
• Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (Predictive Risk Management)
• Creative thinking
• Managing Change
• Introduction to Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma
• Understanding variation and waste
• Understanding Customer Requirements (VoC, SIPOC, CTQ)
• Project Charter (Problem Statement, Business Case, Metrics, Stakeholders, project plan)
• Process Mapping (Deployment & IPO)
• Graphical Analysis using SigmaXL (or agreed alternative)
• Team Dynamics and Tools
• Statistics of a process (Capability, Control, MSA)
• Control

Analyse and Improve

Project:

A Project Charter must be submitted to the tutor prior to commencement of training. Comprehensive guidelines on project selection and a sample Project Charter will be supplied in advance to all course delegates. The delegate has up to 6 months following training to complete their project.

Each delegate is required to complete an individual Six Sigma Green Belt project which, using the DMAIC methodology, will realise the project goals and objectives for their company.

Software:

This course uses SigmaXL software. There is a requirement for delegates to bring a laptop with the most recent version of SigmaXL. On Public courses, this will be supplied to delegates by SQT Training Ltd and is included in the course fee. On In-House courses, SQT can supply the software licences if required or should your organisation currently used an alternative software package (such as SPCXL or Minitab), this may be used with the agreement of the course tutor.

Certification:

Our Green Belt programme is accredited by HETAC and successful delegates will receive a HETAC Level 7 award in Process Engineering (10 Credits). Green Belt Assessment is based on the Project Proposal (Charter & Plan) and a written Project Report on project completion.

Non-HETAC Certified Courses:

In-House courses have the option of running a non-HETAC certified course. There are two options available. The class can complete group projects (max 4 delegates per project) and will receive ASST / SQT certification on successful project completion. Alternatively, the course can be run as one 5 day block and delegates will be certified (ASST / SQT) based on a written exam.

Project Review:

In-House courses may request a follow-up on-site Project Review Day with the tutor where each Green Belt will present their project showing the methodology used and results achieved (note that an additional cost applies for this option).

COURSE PRESENTER: ASST

This course is presented by Applied Six Sigma Technology (ASST). ASST is an Irish company specialising in the delivery of high quality and value added Six Sigma and Lean Training Programmes. ASST Tutors have very extensive knowledge as well as many years of practical hands-on experience as Six Sigma Black Belts, Programme Managers, Lean Practitioners and Six Sigma Trainers across many different industries in Ireland, the UK, and the USA. All ASST tutors have a proven track record in the delivery and mentoring of successful Six Sigma projects.

ASST Ltd. was established in 2002 and to date has been responsible for the training of over 1000 Green Belts and more than 100 Black Belts, in addition to many related Six Sigma support personnel and Lean practitioners. The majority of Six Sigma Black and Green Belt training conducted by ASST has involved company specific project delivery. The real strength of ASST has been in providing on-going technical support and mentoring services to many companies outside of training. This ensures the successful completion of projects and the delivery of tangible, measurable results for the department / company / organisation. Accumulated benefits of projects mentored by ASST tutors can be measured in the tens of millions of Euros. ASST Tutors are FAS registered and have approved qualifications in Training and Continuing Education.