Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
• JIT
• Lean Operations
• Building Blocks of JIT
• JIT/ Lean versus Traditional Production Philosophies
Session 17 - 18
JIT
• JIT - a highly coordinated operations system in which materials
are moved through the system and services are delivered with
precise timing so that they are delivered at each step of the
process just as they are needed
• Visual or audible signals trigger production and deliveries
• Operates on a ‘pull’ or demand basis
Session 17 - 18
Lean Operations
• Lean Operations - a flexible system of operation that uses
considerably fewer resources (i.e., activities, people, inventory,
and floor space) than a traditional system
• Three basic elements:
1. Demand driven
2. Waste reduction
3. Culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• High process quality is a must for lean operations
Session 17 - 18
Lean Operations
• Key terms:
o Muda
o Kanban
o Pull system
o Heijunka
o Kaizen
o Jidoka
o Poka-yoke
o Team concept
Session 17 - 18
Lean Operations
• Ultimate goal - a balanced, rapid flow of work
• Supporting goals:
o Eliminate disruptions
o Make the system flexible
o Eliminate waste, especially excess inventory
Session 17 - 18
• Process Design
o Small lot sizes
o Setup time reductions
o Manufacturing cells
o Quality improvement
Session 17 - 18