Improvement to the Manufacturing Process for Screens

Abstract

A company that fabricates screens, among other products, is not very effective as the manufacturing time of screens is longer than it is desired. The company wants to make changes to the current process and layout, focusing on providing a greater and more efficient workplace for their employees. One of the biggest bottlenecks that can happen is that the suggestions for changes needed to improve are rejected or resisted. Two of the major goals the owners have are to reduce the execution time for the manufacturing of nylon screens and increase the manufacturing production. Cause and Effect Diagram, Five Whys and process capability tools were used to determine the issues in the manufacturing process of nylon screens. With the result obtained, the company was able to achieve their layout design utilizing a 5S tool, as well as to generate standardized procedures and work area. By achieving these goals, the company will be able to increase their income. Key Terms ⎯ Layout Modification, Nylon Material, Process Improvement, Screens.