Podcast: Lean Six Sigma and Mechanical Engineers
Podcast: Lean Six Sigma and Mechanical Engineers
What makes the problem-solving mindset of mechanical engineers uniquely suited for the scientific thinking of Lean and the guiding principles of the Shingo Institute?
Engineer, consultant, and author Joshua Plenert talks about the problem-solving mindset of mechanical engineers and the critical nature of the work they do that makes them uniquely suited for the scientific thinking of Lean and the guiding principles of the Shingo Institute. He covers working within engineering and his pursuit of Lean Six Sigma methodology as well as the difficulty of convincing his fellow engineers outside of manufacturing to embrace the principles and methodology. Find him on LinkedIn.
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