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Optimizing Manufacturing Efficiency: A Six-Sigma DMAIC Approach to Reduce Operational Gaps

Munyaka, Baraka Jean-Claude  
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Chenal, Jérôme  
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Kanyinda, Kabuya
January 1, 2024
International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology

This study applies Six-Sigma DMAIC methodology to enhance the efficiency of a manufacturing production line, specifically targeting the "gaps" between planned and actual working time. Key findings reveal that meetings, scanning, follow-up activities, walking, and other minor actions contribute significantly to these gaps. The identified "gaps" result in a 13% deviation from planned tasks. Recommendations for improvement include limiting meeting durations, addressing scanning machine issues, redistributing follow-up tasks, reallocating walking-related responsibilities, and implementing standardized processes. These improvements aim to optimize the line manager's activities and reduce wasteful actions, providing a potential avenue for increased productivity and cost savings in the manufacturing sector.

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Author(s)
Munyaka, Baraka Jean-Claude  
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Chenal, Jérôme  
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Kanyinda, Kabuya
Date Issued

2024-01-01

Published in
International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology
Volume

11

Issue

01

Subjects

Six Sigma DMAIC

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Manufacturing Efficiency

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planned vs. Actual

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Process Optimization

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Wasteful Actions

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Standardized Processes

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https://ijiset.com/vol11/v11s1/IJISET_V11_I01_08.pdf
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REVIEWED

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May 24, 2024
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