AI in Lean Manufacturing: 2-Day Certification Program

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