Continuous Improvement: Eliminating Waste, Maximizing Flow, Lean Tools

Continuous Improvement Webinar Series

Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 2:00pm ET 

This session dives into the key Lean tools and methods. Attendees will gain practical knowledge of how to analyze processes, improve flow, reduce set-up times, and standardize best practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Learn how to use Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify improvement opportunities
• Understand 5S and its application in corrugated plants (tooling, ink stations, die storage)
• Discover SMED techniques for reducing set-up/changeover times
• Explore standardized work as a foundation for consistent quality

Structure:

• Introduction to Lean tools
• Value Stream Mapping (mapping material & information flows in a corrugated plant)
• 5S workplace organization (before/after examples from printing & die-cutting areas)
• SMED (changeover reduction on flexo-folder gluers or die cutters)
• Standard work and job aids (operator training, error-proofing)

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Registration:

This webinar is available for FREE to AICC Members in good standing.

Speaker:

Sándor Wolkensperg, Vice President of Operations, Royal Containers | Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing Expert

Sándor Wolkensperg is a highly experienced manufacturing executive specializing in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence. He currently serves as Vice President of Operations at Royal Containers, where he drives process optimization, waste reduction, and sustainable performance improvements across the organization.

Sándor holds a bachelor’s degree from McMaster University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Windsor. He is a Six Sigma Black Belt and a certified Lean Manufacturing Practitioner, bringing a rigorous, results-driven approach to operational leadership.

Throughout his career, Sándor has held key leadership positions at Smurfit Stone, RockTenn, Graphic Packaging International, and Cenveo Labels and Packaging. In addition to his corporate work, he teaches Continuous Improvement at Conestoga College in Cambridge, Ontario, helping the next generation of professionals develop practical skills in lean and process improvement.

Passionate about sharing knowledge, Sándor delivers webinars and workshops that equip professionals with actionable strategies to improve efficiency, enhance productivity, and achieve measurable results. His sessions combine real-world insights with practical tools, ensuring immediate value for attendees.