Standardized Work Methods
1 day (workshop) / (Implementation varies
depending on project selected)
We're constantly missing deadlines, exceeding budgets, and
discovering defects after the application is moved into
production. Our staff is working 60 hours a week, seven days a
week. Our credibility within the organization is at an all-time
low. What can we do? To achieve ISO 9000 certification, we must
define our processes and measure the effectiveness of our
processes. How do we do it? The answer "Defining and Using
Standard Work Processes"
The term "standard" is one of the most confused terms in our
profession. "Standards" really mean work processes. Most
technicians often feel that standards inhibit their personal
creativity. Quite the opposite is true; standards give the
workforce more flexibility and creativity than ever before.
Standards are, in fact, the way people do work. This seminar
teaches how to institutionalize current best work practices.
For many companies, an effective process-engineering program
may be their only effective approach to improving productivity.
This seminar is designed to teach you a customizable approach
for process definition, deployment, and improvement. The methods
taught can be applied against any quality model in the world or
can be used simply as a means to improve overall performance.
Course Description:
Participants will learn how to standardize work in order to
improve quality, efficiency, and decrease inventory levels.
Standardization is a proven method for preventing and reducing
many types of workplace waste - including duplication of effort
and process contradictions. This workshop provides users with
the information needed regarding standard work practices to
start applying principles and methods. Participants will hear an
informative presentation, share in group experiences, and
practice key concepts through case studies and exercises.
Participants will also walk away with the ability to effectively
implement select processes such as inventory, and mapping or
prioritizing a work processes (definition, improvement,
re-engineering).
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this course participants will be able to:
- Recognize the value that Engineered Standards can bring to an
organization;
- Identify the keys to a successful standards development
effort;
- Focus your development effort to achieve the outcomes you
desire from your standards;
- Select a practical and cost-effective development approach;
- Develop Engineered Standards using that approach; and
- Apply the Workforce Training Discipline, which involves the
development of visual method sheets and training tools to train
and equip the workforce to perform effectively and consistently.
Who Should Attend:
Value Stream Managers, Plant or Operation Managers,
Administrative Staff, Engineers, Supervisors, and Shop Floor
Employees
Prerequisites:
- Lean Conversion Overview
- Lean Cultural Transformation
- Value Stream Mapping
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