6S AUDIT

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SERVICE AREA:

     • Lean Manufacturing

IMEG conducted a 6S audit for a leading inkjet printer manufacturer to assess workplace organization and safety compliance. Using IMEG’s standard audit template, the audit identified gaps in 6S compliance, quantified problem areas, and highlighted key opportunities for improvement.

THE PROBLEM

  • The manufacturer faced challenges in maintaining 6S standards, leading to:
  • Workplace Organization Issues: Inconsistent adherence to Sort, Set in Order, and Standardize principles.
  • Safety Compliance Gaps: Lack of proper safety measures and cluttered workspaces increasing risks.
  • Measurement & Quantification Issues: No clear metrics to track 6S performance and improvements.
  • Inefficient Workflows: Poor layout organization and storage management affecting productivity.

THE PLAN

  • IMEG implemented a structured 6S audit process to analyze compliance and drive improvements.
  • 6S Audit Execution:
  • Utilized IMEG’s standardized audit template to systematically assess workplace conditions.
  • Conducted on-site evaluations across different production areas.
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  • Gap Identification & Quantification:
  • Measured compliance levels against industry best practices.
  • Quantified inefficiencies and identified key problem areas.
  • Problem Area Classification:
  • Highlighted recurring non-compliance issues.
  • Prioritized high-impact areas requiring immediate action.
  • Action Plan Development:
  • Provided recommendations to address organization, safety, and process inefficiencies.
  • Developed corrective measures and tracking mechanisms for continuous improvement.

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THE RESULTS

  • The 6S audit led to:
  • Clear Identification of Gaps: Documented compliance shortcomings and areas needing improvement.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: Provided quantifiable insights for targeted action.
  • Enhanced Workplace Organization & Safety: Recommendations helped improve orderliness, efficiency, and hazard reduction.
  • Foundation for Continuous Improvement: Established clear benchmarks for tracking progress and sustaining 6S practices.
  • By identifying gaps, quantifying problems, and outlining corrective actions, IMEG helped the inkjet printer manufacturer establish a structured approach to improving 6S compliance and fostering a safer, more organized workplace.

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