Tell Us Which Cohort Topics You Want In 2026: Trainings for WA Mfg

Short practical trainings for Washington manufacturers: Your pick sets the calendar.

Impact Washington is planning cohort-style trainings for 2026, built for busy Washington teams. These multi-session focused programs move learning from know it to do it, with practice between sessions and measurable results on the floor. We’re collecting topics, prioritizing what matters to you.

Take the short poll and share your topic priorities for 2026 – Help Shape 2026 Cohort Workshops – Fill out form

Why Cohorts?

Cohorts are multi-session programs (2–6 sessions) where teams learn in short bursts, apply the tools on their own processes, and return for feedback. The format grows in-house leaders while turning training into results - fewer bottlenecks, better flow, steadier quality, clearer standards, and time saved.

Visible gains on the floor: Fewer do-overs and scrap, higher first-pass yield, faster turnaround
Peer problem-solving: Swap templates, compare what worked, avoid dead ends
Built to sustain: Simple artifacts – standard work, KPI boards, audit checklists, simple dashboards
Right-sized for SMBs: High leverage tools you can run with limited time
Built for Washington businesses: Examples reflect local supply chains, customers and workforce

Pick Your Topics

Beyond Lean 101

An immersive hands-on series that builds foundation in lean thinking and continuous improvement. Participants learn to define and measure processes, create standard work, solve problems, and apply 5S/visual management.

Duration: 36 hours (6 sessions-4-8 hours per session) approximately 1 week apart
Ideal for: Frontline workers, leaders, process improvement teams

Lean Enterprise Certification Program (LECP)

Comprehensive training based on SME standards to develop “Lean Champions” who can lead cultural and process changes. Learners deepen their command of the Lean Body of Knowledge and apply it through a real workplace project, with optional prep for the SME Bronze exam.

Duration: 48 hours (6 sessions) approximately 2 weeks apart
Ideal for: Employees leading continuous improvement projects

Leading in a Lean Environment

Workshops for supervisors to strengthen their role in building and sustaining a lean culture. Includes weekly workplace practicum to reinforce learning that improve flow, productivity and team performance.

Duration: 40 hours (10 modules) approximately 1 week apart (1-hour weekly practicum)
Ideal for: Frontline leaders and supervisors

Lean Six Sigma – Green Belt

This course is based on ASQ Body of Knowledge. Participants complete workplace projects while learning DMAIC problem-solving with data-driven methods.

Duration: 48-hours (40 hours of training and 8 hours of consulting) approximately 2 weeks apart
Ideal for: Production workforce, engineers, rising stars

Aerospace Quality Technician Certification

Introductory program for quality technicians covering AS9100 audits, AS9145 (PPAP), SPC, and FMEA. Optional modules on work instructions and RCCA available.

Duration: 56 hours (10 sessions-4-8 hours per session) approximately 1 week apart
Ideal for: New or transitioning aerospace quality technicians

General Industry Quality Technician Certification

Foundational training in quality assurance regulatory compliance, and risk-based thinking. Covers ISO 9001 audits, work instructions, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

Duration: 56 hours (10 sessions-4-8 hours per session) approximately 1 week apart
Ideal for: New or transitioning quality technicians in general industry

Strategy to Execution: Aligning Enterprises Through Sales and Operations Planning

Equips leaders to bridge the gap between strategy and execution by aligning people, processes, and decisions across the business.

Duration: ~20 hours
Ideal for: Business leaders driving organizational alignment

Women’s Leadership Essentials