How Amada Miyachi America implemented the 6S system (Part 3)

In order to standardize the changes from the first 3S, AMYA organized exchange meetings to enable employees to share their difficulties with management to find a solution together. 6S posters have also been placed around the work area to remind employees of their commitment.

AMYA has maintained its efforts to optimize production activities through training. Employees are inspired to take pride in their work and workspace. This encouragement is very useful, but the main motivation for instilling this pride is the 6S process. By doing it, employees can be proud of their accomplishments every day when looking at a neatly organized, clean, tidy and handy workspace.

The last rule is safety and it hasn’t been forgotten. Because AMYA has made these changes to its manufacturing work areas, the focus is on eliminating the risk of accidents, keeping the work areas clean and organized and always paying attention. safety attention. A new policy has been created that requires staff members on the executive team to be provided with steel boots and uniforms. This policy is in effect with existing policies requiring work gloves, safety goggles and other personal protective equipment. In addition to the new equipment, another policy requires department managers to meet with their employees at least once a month to train them on specific safety topics as well as conduct open discussions. to allow bottom-up suggestions, ideas, and grievances related to workplace safety.

The result of applying the 6-S principles as part of the AMYA work culture is very positive. The factory is noticeably cleaner and more organized. When customers visited the facility, they were free, remarking that it was one of the cleanest plants they had ever seen. Insurance providers also congratulated AMYA on the protocols and safety improvements. Another positive result of the application of the 6S principles was an increase in efficiency, an overall improvement of 5% in the production department.

AMYA hopes these results will continue in the future. The company plans to adhere to 6S principles and train people to be proud of their efficient and efficient workspace and processes. Continuous improvement is important to AMYA, which is why the company decided to adopt the 6S. Based on lean manufacturing criteria, AMYA will continue to find ways to eliminate waste and take practical actions that add value to businesses and serve their customers.

Productivity and Quality Office