SCM 494Dr. Ron Tibben-Lembke

The 5S

Benefits of 5S

Seiri sort Ensuring each item in a workplace is in its proper place or identified as unnecessary and removed.Sort items by frequency of useGet rid of unnecessary stuffBare essentials for the jobRed Tag systemCan tasks be simplified?Do we label items, and dispose of waste frequently?

Seiton set in orderTime spent looking for things, putting awayArrange materials and equipment so that they are easy to find and usePrepare and label storage areasUse paint, outlines, color-codedConsider ergonomics of reaching itemsFrequent, infrequent users

Seiso shineRepair, clean & shine work area (Everyone is a janitor)Important for safetyMaintenance problems such as oil leaks can identified before they cause problems.Schedule for cleaning, sweeping, wiping offCleaning inspection checklistsWorkspace always ready to workSee workspace through customers eyes

Seiketsu standardizeFormalize procedures and practices to create consistency and ensure all steps are performed correctly.Prevention steps for clutterOtherwise improvements from first 3 lost Everyone knows what they are responsible for doing, when and howVisual 5S see status at a glanceSafe apparel, no wasted resources

Shitsuke sustainKeep the processes going through training, communication, and organization structuresAllocate time for maintainingCreate awareness of improvementsManagement support for maintainingTraining, rewards

Visual Controls - AndonInidcators for tools, parts, and production activitiesPlaced in plain sight of all workers so everyone can understand status of system at a glanceIf a machine goes down, or a part is defective or delayed, immediate action can be taken

Texas Die Castingwww.tocforme.com Set-up Cage

Texas Die CastingSet-up Cage

Texas Die Casting Office Entryway

Texas Die CastingMisc. Table

Texas Die CastingSupply Cabinet

ImplementationMBWA, Patrols

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