What is Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt?

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training introduces delegates to the foundational methodologies of Lean and Six Sigma, focusing on process improvement and quality enhancement. Combining Lean’s efficiency-driven techniques with Six Sigma’s focus on reducing variation, this approach helps organisations improve workflow, eliminate waste, and optimise business performance. In today’s competitive landscape, understanding Lean Six Sigma principles is vital for driving continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence in various industries. 

 
Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma empowers professionals to identify inefficiencies, solve quality issues, and contribute to their organisation’s improvement initiatives. Team Leaders, Project Managers, Quality Assurance professionals, and individuals involved in operational, manufacturing, or service processes will benefit greatly from mastering these skills. By eliminating non-value-adding activities and improving workflows, these professionals can enhance project outcomes, increase customer satisfaction, and support organisational success. 

 
The 2 days Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training by Oakwood International equips delegates with the essential tools and techniques to support improvement projects effectively. Delegates will learn to apply the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) methodology and practical problem-solving approaches to real-world scenarios. The training offers a comprehensive introduction to Lean Six Sigma concepts, enabling delegates to contribute to their organisation’s operational excellence journey confidently. 

 

Course Objectives 

 

  • To introduce the fundamental principles of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies 

  • To enable understanding of waste reduction, process flow, and variation minimisation concepts 

  • To provide insights into the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, Control) methodology 

  • To equip delegates with tools for identifying and solving quality problems 

  • To enhance problem-solving and analytical skills across various business contexts 

  • To foster an understanding of process improvement strategies for achieving operational excellence 

  • To empower professionals to support Lean Six Sigma projects within their organisations 

  • To develop practical skills for improving performance and customer satisfaction 

Upon completing this course, delegates will receive certification validating their understanding of Lean Six Sigma fundamentals. This certification enhances career prospects and equips delegates with the skills to support and contribute effectively to process improvement initiatives within their organisations. 

Course Outline

Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Module 1: Introduction to Lean 6 Sigma 

  • What is Lean 6 Sigma? 

  • Two Parts of Lean 6 Sigma 

  • Focus of Lean 

  • Lean Temple 

  • Focus of Six Sigma 

  • Making Customers Happy 

  • How They Complement Each Other? 

  • Key Principles of Lean 6 Sigma 

  • Lean 6 Sigma Belts 

  • TKA Lean 6 Sigma Belt Structure 

  • Training Roadmap and Role of the Yellow Belt 

  • L6S Support Network 

  • Processes 

  • Different Ways of Looking at Process Improvement 

  • What is a Process? 

  • Process Concepts 

  • Types of Process 

  • Comparing Process Types 

  • Customers, Value, and Waste 

  • What are Customers? 

  • Who Wants the Outputs? 

  • Tension Between the VOB and VOC 

  • What Do We Mean by Value? 

  • Path to Value 

  • Dealing with Values 

  • Muda (Waste) 

  • Wastes (Muda) of Lean 

  • Types of Demand 

  • Case Study Exercise 

  • Key Metrics 
     

Module 2: DMAIC Cycle 

  • What is DMAIC? 

  • Define 

  • Common Tools for Define Phase 

  • Gemba Tools 

  • Process Stapling 

  • Measure 

  • Common Tools for Measure Phase 

  • Spaghetti (Movement/Transportation) Diagrams 

  • Measure Tool: Measles Charts 

  • Analyse 

  • Common Tools for Analyse Phase 

  • Improve 

  • Common Tools for Improve Phase 

  • Control 

  • Common Tools for Control Phase 
     

Module 3: Yellow Belt Tools and Techniques 

  • Lean Triad 

  • 5s 

  • Poka Yoke 

  • SMED 

  • Voice of the Customer (and CTQ’s) 

  • Customer Chains 

  • Steps of VOC 

  • Affinity Diagrams 

  • Kano Diagrams 

  • CTQs and Requirements 

  • SIPOC 

  • What is a SIPOC? 

  • CSandF Web Fulfilment SIPOC 

  • Creating a SIPOC 

  • Top Tips – SIPOC 

  • Value Stream Analysis 

  • Value Stream Terminology  

  • Process Maps 

  • Aim of Value Stream Mapping 

  • Swim Lanes and Typical Process Map Contents 

  • Value Stream Maps 

  • Headache Tablets: Value Stream Mapping 

  • Heijunka 

  • Heijunka in a Nutshell 

  • Single Piece Flow 

  • Pull 

  • Kanban 

  • Three-Bin System 

  • Andon 

  • Variation and SPC 

  • Statistical Process Control (SPC) 

  • Two Types of Process Variation 

  • Red Bead Experiment 

  • Standard Deviation (SD) and Understanding Control Charts 

  • Defects and Process Capability 

  • Conversion Table 

  • Process Capability 

  • Identifying Process Efficiency 

  • Key DPMO Terms 

  • Identifying the Root Cause(s) 

  • 5 Whys 

  • Fishbone Diagram 

  • Solving Problems 

  • Problem Solving Framework 

  • Prioritisation Tools 

  • Tools and Techniques to Generate Needed Solutions 

  • Introduction to Kaizen 

  • Kaizen in a Nutshell 

  • Kaizen in a Business Setting 

  • Lean Teams 

  • Introduction to Lean Team 

  • Managing Progress and Demonstrating Control 

Included

Included

  • No course includes are available.

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  • exam Study Resources
  • certificate Completion Certificate
  • study Tutor Support
  • workbook Interactive Quizzes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who should take the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training?

This course is ideal for Team Leaders, Project Managers, Quality Assurance professionals, and anyone involved in operational, manufacturing, or service improvement projects seeking to enhance their process improvement and problem-solving skills. 

Q. How long is the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training course?

The course is completed in 1 day and provides a comprehensive introduction to Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and techniques for driving process improvement effectively. 

Q. What skills will I gain from this course?

Delegates will learn to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste, minimise process variation, and apply the DMAIC methodology to improve workflows and achieve operational excellence. 

Q. How does this course benefit my organisation?

This course enables professionals to contribute to process optimisation, improve workflow efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction, supporting the organisation’s continuous improvement goals. 

Q. How will this certification enhance my career?

This certification validates your knowledge of Lean Six Sigma fundamentals, boosting your credentials and positioning you as an asset in process improvement and operational excellence roles. 

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