| The business is a highly competitive market where production efficiency is the big driver of cost. The business was losing money, most of which was down to efficiency and waste issues. The more efficient the factory could become, the more product could be produced and the lower the unit cost. |
| The first objective was to demonstrate to the shop floor and the wider organisation that rapid improvement could be made. Introductory workshops were run with Team Managers and Shift Leaders on the methodology if improving production. The pilot project was on the largest line in the factory where the team achieved over 50% increase in output. This gave the confidence to the teams that there was potential for dramatic productivity increases through rigorously challenging the current operation and conducting planned trials and engineering modification. |
| The success at the first line was used as the basis for building the systems and structure for sustainability. This included technical problem solving training, line modelling, and problem prioritisation. The team went on to achieve a 40% improvement across the site. |
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| All of the key wins were achieved by working with our client staff on the shop floor |
- 40% increase in efficiency
- Waste reduced by 35%
- £1,400,000 improvement in bottom line performance
- Top customer complaint reduced by 50%
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| For more information on our work in this industry please contact info@newtonconsulting.co.uk |
