Lean Manufacturing
Lean Manufacturing (8-9 pages)
Define lean manufacturing and describe how Toyota uses it to reduce wastes and streamline their processes. Include the types of waste.
Explain 5s and cite examples.
Seiri: to separate needed tools, parts, and instructions from unneeded materials and to remove the unneeded ones.
Seiton: to neatly arrange and identify parts and tools for ease of use.
Seiso: to conduct a cleanup campaign.
Seiketsu: to conduct seiri, seiton, and seiso daily to maintain a workplace in perfect condition.
Shitsuke: to form the habit of always following the first four S’s.
Explain differences between “Pull” and “Push” manufacturing systems.
Does Lean lead to Green? Discuss Toyota Green Strategies (Sustainability / Environment). Has this been effective for them?
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