About 6 S M A N U F A C T U R I N G W H A T I S I T & H O W D O E S I T B E N E F I T A M A C H I N E S H O P ?
In short, 6S is a maintenance and operations system created for factories decades ago. It is a child of the 5s lean manufacturing system that evolved decades ago at Toyota. What Is 6S?
About Taking the time and effort to implement 6S properly should pay off in a few ways:bheading Benefits
Better waste management
For example, perishable chemicals or raw materials would be used before they expire, because the relevant storage area automatically has older stock in front. subheading
Implementing 6S reduces the risk of an injury accident. Aside from the financial costs, accidents obviously can slow down production. Investing a relatively small amount of money can pay off.
Improved workplace safety
Less downtime
Less time spent looking for things, like small parts or tool attachments, translates to higher productivity without more pressure. The proper organization also reduces the risk of damage to parts or equipment.
Higher employee satisfaction
Disorganization can be frustrating at work, especially when it slows down workers and disrupts their routines. Making things easy to find and removing needless clutter will help keep frustration and confusion to a minimum. When employees are happy with their working conditions, they are less likely to quit. Higher employee satisfaction
Increased efficiency
Hamilton Machine offers 6S implementation as one of our many machining services. If you need help streamlining your manufacturing processes, contact us to schedule a call.
In short, 6S is a maintenance and operations system created for factories decades ago. It is a child of the 5s lean manufacturing system that evolved decades ago at Toyota.