Production case study

Production Flow
An excellent opportunity was provided for the production engineers to study process flow on a process at plant, The Plant in question was not achieving the production volume KPI and were unable to identify the problem. This lead to some quality impact and customer supply impact.

Step one was to understand the current situation in order that appropriate actions could be taken, ensuring that the greatest gains were made in the shortest possible time.

A series of Measures were introduced to visualise displayed in the appropriate locations.

Measures
Assembly down time monitored.
Priority Concern area's established.
Clear Communication boards
Actual Actions for change were identified.
Following the findings The Key Actions were implemented.

Actions
• Permanent visual displays were implemented showing, idea's, actions and status.
• Clear concern identification system introduced linking all levels.
• System of area control made for clearer responsibilities & accountability.
• Standards developed for clear process management.
• Improved training for New Hire Engineers for problem identification.

Results
• Immediate quality improvement
• Customer supply maintained and stock control improved.
• Clear Management & Engineer structure improved communication chain.
• KPI targets achieved.

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