AI in Lean Manufacturing: 2-Day Certification Program by Tonex
Lean Manufacturing aims to eliminate waste (Muda), variability (Mura), and overburden (Muri) to create streamlined, efficient, and value-driven production processes. This 2-day certification explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) enhances Lean practices by driving real-time insights, process automation, and predictive capabilities that lead to continuous improvement and smarter operations.
Participants will gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on exposure to AI applications that align with Lean principles.
Who Should Attend:
- Lean Practitioners and Six Sigma Professionals
- Industrial Engineers and Process Engineers
- Manufacturing Managers and Supervisors
- AI Engineers focused on manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement Leaders
- Digital Transformation Specialists
Certification Title:
Certified AI in Lean Manufacturing Professional (CAILMP)
Day 1: Foundations & Applications of AI in Lean
Module 1: Introduction to Lean & AI Synergy
- Overview of Lean (Muda, Mura, Muri)
- AI’s role in enhancing Lean
- AI vs. traditional automation
Module 2: Predictive Maintenance with AI
- Using AI-powered sensors and IoT
- Case studies: Reducing unplanned downtime
- Workshop: Setting up predictive alerts in a simulated factory environment
Module 3: AI-Powered Quality Control
- Vision systems and machine learning for defect detection
- Real-time QC and Six Sigma alignment
- Demo: Training a defect classification model
Module 4: Smart Process Optimization
- Real-time analytics and decision-making
- Identifying bottlenecks with AI
- Workshop: Using AI tools to map and improve workflows
Day 2: Intelligent Operations & Future Planning
Module 5: AI-Driven Inventory Optimization
- Demand forecasting with ML
- AI in Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory
- Case study: Reducing excess inventory using AI tools
Module 6: Autonomous Material Handling
- AGVs, robotics, and machine learning
- Path optimization and traffic control in logistics
- Simulation: Implementing a basic AGV route optimization model
Module 7: Building a Digital Lean Strategy
- Integrating AI into Lean transformation
- Overcoming challenges and change management
- Digital Kaizen: Continuous improvement using AI insights
Module 8: Certification Exam & Project Review
- 20-question multiple-choice exam
- Group presentation: AI-enhanced Lean use case
- Certification award ceremony
Deliverables:
- Digital certificate of completion and CAILMP credential
- Access to tools, templates, and resources
- Optional AI toolkits for further practice