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Just in Time
2 day (workshop) / Implementation
services vary by complexity
As we know, Lean Conversion is about eliminating waste
wherever it is. One of the most important steps in the implementation of Lean
Conversion is Just in Time (JIT). JIT is about not having anywhere in the plant or
outlet, more raw materials, sub-assemblies, or products than the minimum
required for a fluent operation.
The JIT process has to be thoroughly coordinated with all the involved parties,
and its implementation should be done gradually. The planning and coordination
will take most of your efforts, but the results will be impressive. No Production
Cell or Lean Manufacturing implementation will be complete without JIT.
Storage is usually a hidden enemy of a healthy operation. When raw materials,
sub-assemblies, or finished products stay anywhere they represent a part of the
assets of a company that is NOT generating any profits. In addition to that loss
of profit, it is at risk. Floods, fires, market depreciation, and design
obsolescence, are just some of those risks. In some cases, raw materials used in
products that have not moved, could have been used to manufacture other products
that would've sold faster. Unless you are in the business of storage and
wholesale, buying large volumes of raw material may not be the best way you can
use your money. Your suppliers can become more efficient and give you the same
good prices if you reach an agreement of buying all your requirements from them.
The automobile industry has established agreements for hourly or
daily delivery of some materials and parts. This allows them to operate
in more compact areas, reducing time and movement in the process.
Course Description:
In this workshop we will define the methodology you need
to follow in order to become a JIT organization. Participants will be
taught how the use JIT principles to improve processes and enable their facility
to operate successfully with lower inventory levels and higher inventory turns. We will outline the
process as it relates to delivery of materials by vendors, sub-contractors, or
other processes under the same roof.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion participants will know how to
use JIT in a continuous flow environment through:
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A basic
understanding of JIT philosophies;
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Understanding how
functional departments are affected;
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Identifying elements
or characteristics that JIT is build upon;
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Identifying tools
and techniques required to implement JIT; and
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Learning to coach,
lead, participate in, and promote the implementation of JIT.
Who Should
Attend:
Senior Executives, Value Stream Managers, Plant or
Operation Managers, Logistics and Material Handling Personnel, Administrative Staff, Supervisors, and Shop Floor Employees
Prerequisites:
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Lean Conversion Overview
- 5S Workplace Organization
- Lean Cultural Transformation
- Value Stream Mapping
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