Yellow Belt in Lean Six Sigma

Thiago has a degree in Production Engineering, a graduate course in statistics and a degree in administration from the Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF). Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma, worked with methodologies for cost reduction and process optimization at Votorantim Metais, subsequently joining MRS Logística as a trainee, where he held positions of manager and specialist in continuous improvement. With Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification and ISO 9001 Auditor Lead Advisor, attended several companies in consulting projects, in addition to training and lectures related to Lean Six Sigma, Career Entrepreneurship in nationally renowned congresses such as ENEGEP (National Meeting of Production Engineering) and international as International Six Sigma Brazil congress. In the academic environment, he works as a professor of undergraduate and graduate courses in the areas of management and entrepreneurship. Thiago had the opportunity to participate in projects of several segments. Founder of the Voitto Group, he was selected in the Promessas Endeavor Program, having the opportunity to receive valuable mentoring to accelerate his business. He is currently a business mentor and dedicates himself to the executive front of Voitto, carrying with his team the vision of being the best online school of management in Brazil.

Founder of Voitto Group, currently a business mentor and dedicated to the executive front of Voitto, carrying with his team the vision of being the best online business school in Brazil.

Find out who the Yellow Belt qualification is for and how training supports the implementation of Six Sigma projects.

What is it and how to become a professional Yellow Belt?

The application of the Lean Six Sigma methodology in organizations brings benefits in terms of productivity and profitability, and for this reason, the demand for professionals trained in this methodology, such as the Yellow Belts, has become increasingly greater to compose a company&#39;s employees.If you don&#39;t know how this professional fits into the implementation of Lean Six Sigma projects and how you can become one, you are in the right place!You will clarify your doubts about what a Yellow Belt professional is in this article through the following topics:<ul><li>What is a Yellow Belt professional?</li><li>What is Lean Six Sigma?</li><li>Organization of Lean Six Sigma professionals</li><li>What is the Yellow Belt certification course?</li><li>Advantages of becoming a Yellow Belt professional</li></ul>Let&#39;s learn!<h2>What is a Yellow Belt professional?</h2>The Yellow Belt is a professional trained to apply the Lean Six Sigma methodology and plays an operational role in the program, helping Green Belts and Black Belts in the implementation of improvement projects within organizations.This professional is trained to use the tools of the Six Sigma methodology through a project vision, not just a support one.If you don&#39;t know very well whatLean Six Sigma is, don&#39;t worry, the main concept of this methodology will be covered in the next topic. That way, you can better understand the functions of a Yellow Belt. Let&#39;s learn?<h2>What is Lean Six Sigma?</h2>Lean Six Sigma is a methodology that unites the Lean philosophy with the Six Sigma method.Lean Manufacturing concepts and tools work to reduce 8 wastes while Six Sigma aims to reduce process variability through statistical analysis. <Image quality="95" width="892" height="288" src="https://images.prismic.io/voitto-blog/3e3f13ec-cb70-48b8-8fdc-42ab4cfe3b47_1.png" alt="" title="" />Thus, when developed together, these two philosophies are capable of generating a great impact on productivity within organizations, through improvement projects, aimed at increasing profitability.Now that you are aligned with the base methodology of Yellow Belt formation, let&#39;s see what the responsibilities of each Belt are within the implementation of Six Sigma projects.<h2>Get ready to study!</h2>Lean Six Sigma is a methodology that seeks to increase the profitability of companies through the improvement of their processes.Thinking about you and your career, we, at Think Lean Six Sigma, created a FREE Yellow Belt training in Lean Six Sigma.In this training, we will introduce you to the DMAIC method and all its 5 steps, namely: &quot;Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control.With this course, you will be able to develop small improvement projects within your area of expertise and work with Green Belts and Black Belts in support of the Lean Six Sigma program.Have you ever thought about being the agent of change within your organization? Click on the image below for more information and become a Yellow Belt, for FREE!<a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="https://thinkleansixsigma.thinkific.com/courses/yellow-belt"> <Image quality="95" src="https://images.prismic.io/voitto-blog/a15bb1c1-c46d-4d66-b63f-6dac9a3c724e_Bot%C3%A3o+Lateral+-+Cursos+TLSS+%284%29.png" width="500" height="500" alt="Yellow Belt in Lean Six Sigma" title="Yellow Belt in Lean Six Sigma"/></a><h2>Organization of Lean Six Sigma professionals</h2>As previously mentioned, the Yellow Belt professional helps in the implementation of Lean Six Sigma improvement projects, developed by the Green Belt and the Black Belt.In addition to these, we have White Belts professionals, who perform an operational function, and Master Black Belts, who report directly to the company&#39;s senior management.In the image below you can see how this division of tasks is structured: <Image quality="95" width="507" height="345" src="https://images.prismic.io/voitto-blog/1213c794-9e0e-487e-a287-3f1acadbc151_2.png" alt="Lean Six Sigma Belts" title="Lean Six Sigma Belts" />Understand this division better below:<ul><li>Shareholders and Sponsor: participate in the approval of projects, meetings, program support events and in the facilitation and feasibility of financial and human resources</li><li>Champion: they are usually directors of organizations and have the responsibility to support projects and remove barriers</li><li>Master Black Belt: professionals linked to management, holding an effective position in the company&#39;s hierarchy. The Master Black Belt dedicates all its time in implementing the Six Sigma program to the organizational part, mainly in project mentoring.</li><li>Black Belt: also dedicates 100% of its time to the program, but works in the execution and mentoring of projects aimed at improving processes. This professional commonly responds directly or indirectly to the Master Black Belt.</li><li>Green Belt: dedicate 20% to 30% of their time to continuous improvement projects within the company.</li><li>Yellow Belt: professional trained in Six Sigma fundamentals, focused on projects. It works at the operational level and can support Black Belts and Green Belts.</li><li>White Belt: is trained in the fundamentals of Six Sigma and has an operational role.</li></ul><h3>What is the difference between White, Yellow, Green, Black and Master Black Belt?</h3>All of them work to improve quality management and for each of these professionals there is adequate training.While Green Belts, Black Belts and Master Black Belts need to undertake hands-on projects to obtain specialist certification, professional White Belts and Yellow Belts can be trained through their respective certification courses.Next, we&#39;ll talk a little about the Yellow Belt certification course.<h2>What is the Yellow Belt certification course?</h2>The Yellow Belt course is a training focused on the Six Sigma methodology, on Lean Manufacturing, on the application of the DMAIC method and its tools.As an example, in the Yellow Belt training we offer, the course covers the metrics adopted in Six Sigma, notions of statistics, 5S methodology and the phases of Definition, Measurement, Analysis and Control.In addition to the respective tools associated with each of the steps, such as: Ishikawa diagram, Pareto chart, the 5 whys, tree diagram, POP and Poka Yoke.In the course, you are trained to understand the application of the tools mentioned and become able to carry out the necessary statistical analysis, with the objective of assisting at the operational level those responsible for implementing the projects.Thus, this training is suitable for professionals who occupy positions of analysts, assistants, among other positions at the operational level of a company.<h2>Advantages of becoming a Yellow Belt professional</h2>We have put together a list of the main advantages so that you can better see your opportunities with this training:EMPLOYABILITYBeing able to act on problem solving is what companies have been looking for to help them improve their results. So, this qualification will give you a competitive edge in the job market.CREDIBILITYSix Sigma is applied worldwide in large companies, which brings credibility to professionals trained in this area.HIGHER WAGESAs a result, professionals trained in this methodology tend to receive higher salaries and grow within companies.<h2>Don&#39;t miss a beat!</h2>Understand the main tools of this methodology and know how to apply it with excellence to increase productivity! With this eBook The main tools of Lean Six Sigma you will understand the concept of Six Sigma, as well as a compilation of the main tools used by Belts in the application of each step of the DMAIC method.These tools will help you to define, measure, analyze and propose solutions to problems that affect the performance of your company&#39;s organizational processes.In this material, in addition to obtaining the definition of each of these tools, what they are used for, and how to use them, you will also find application tips using the Minitab software. So don&#39;t waste your time and download now! <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow" href="https://conteudo.pocketbook4you.com/ebook-the-main-tools-of-lean-six-sigma"> <Image quality="95" src="https://images.prismic.io/voitto-blog/a7ccaa79-854b-46e7-9eab-fe5c462ad4df_Bot%C3%A3o+Banner+Cursos+-+TLSS+%288%29.png" width="1025" height="205" alt="The main tools of Lean Six Sigma" title="The main tools of Lean Six Sigma"/></a>

Learn what Yellow Belt is and how it works in the implementation of Lean Six Sigma projects

Find out who the Yellow Belt qualification is for and how training supports the implementation of Six Sigma projects.