Implementing the Five S + 1 System- Creating the Visual Workplace
Program Description
If your organization is planning on taking the "Lean Manufacturing Journey" then implementing and maintaining the 5 S system (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize and Sustain) in your workplace is a must. Lean manufacturing requires a Visual Workplace in order to maintain its momentum and the 5 S System is the only way to get there. By implementing the 5 S system, you will decrease shift start-up times and reduce inter-shift conflicts. You will increase machine uptime and productivity; improve quality and morale; and increase profits.
Although the 5 S system anchors lean manufacturing on your shop floor, it is not limited strictly to manufacturing operations. These methodologies can be applied to any area of your organization that needs to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. If your organization is challenged to keep costs down and productivity up, then attend this program and discover how the 5 S visual manufacturing system can provide you with a solution!
What You Will Learn
- How to Set Up a Pilot program to Implement the 5 S System
- A Common Sense Approach to Training on the 5 S System
- How to Implement the SORT Step Properly
- How to Improve Productivity Through SET IN ORDER
- About Maintaining Machine Uptime Through SHINE
- About Supervision's Critical Role in STANDARDIZE
- About SUSTAINING as a Way of Life
- The Importance of the 5 S Audit
Who Should Attend
Vice presidents, directors and managers of operations and manufacturing; manufacturing and industrial engineers; materials and production control professionals and other key manufacturing personnel.
Fees
$695
.7 CEU's Awarded
Prices are subject to change.
