Lean practitioner training strengthens Operational Excellence at Constantia Pirk
As part of its ongoing Operational Excellence journey, Constantia Pirk has successfully launched the Lean Practitioner training, a key initiative focused on strengthening problem‑solving capabilities and embedding Lean principles more deeply on the shopfloor.
The program combines theoretical foundations with hands‑on Kaizen implementation in real production areas, enabling participants to immediately apply what they learn. This practical approach has already delivered tangible value for operations while reinforcing a sustainable Lean and Operational Excellence culture.
“The Lean Practitioner training has been a key initiative within our Operational Excellence journey at Constantia Pirk. It has significantly strengthened our problem‑solving capabilities on the shopfloor and enabled teams to apply Lean principles in a structured way. By combining theory with real Kaizen implementation, we were able to generate immediate value for our operations. At the same time, the program is an important step in building a sustainable Lean and Operational Excellence culture by empowering employees to drive continuous improvement independently.”, said Martin Lukas, Head of Operational Excellence, Constantia Pirk
Key takeaways from participants
Participants highlighted several positive outcomes from the training, including:
- a stronger understanding of Lean principles and waste identification
- structured problem‑solving using Kaizen methodology
- high engagement through hands‑on projects in real production environments
- improved cross‑functional collaboration across departments
increased awareness of efficiency and continuous improvement in daily work
Early results already visible
The Lean Practitioner training has already led to concrete Kaizen initiatives being implemented on the shopfloor, with measurable improvements, such as:
- optimized cleaning procedures on a lamination line, reducing downtime
- improved reel change processes on two slitters and one lacquering line, reducing downtime
- elimination of defects on a lamination line, reducing waste and downtime
- optimized register setup on a printing line, reducing waste
reduced residual material on cores on a slitter, reducing waste
These early results demonstrate how structured Lean training can translate directly into operational improvements and empower teams to take ownership of continuous improvement.
Through the Lean Practitioner training, Constantia Pirk continues to invest in capability building, collaboration, and Operational Excellence, driven by engaged employees who are equipped to identify opportunities and implement sustainable improvements.
