During the process of forming hoods random patterns of dings were formed and required buffing and repair activities.
Through statistical analysis (Shainin method) LGS CEO found the cleaning system was not adequately recycling the water through the filtration system prior to the hoods being formed. The cleaning process was corrected and eliminated defect.
SUV door panels were found to have slits in window frame once delivered to assembly plant.
Through statistical analysis (Shainin method) LGS found the elongation value of the metal was at the low end of the range and consequently slits were found after transport to the assembly plant. Consequently, the elongation value range was raised to prevent defect.
Excessive amount of scrap produced during set-up.
LGS CEO found inconsistency in plate measurements caused the production registration marks not to align and created an excessive amount of scrap. To reduce set-up scrap registration bars, and plate material requirements were improved to meet customer specifications and press capabilities.
Case studies can be provided upon request
Business Ops & Mgt
New supplier to the nuclear industry lacked knowledge and experience.
Business Ops & Mgt
Improving best press performance for department’s multiple shifts.
Business Ops & Mgt
$2 Million in contacts on the line. 2 Projects stretched between 2 states.
ROI
$2 Million in contacts on the line. 2 Projects stretched between 2 states.
Root Causes
Damage to products during transportation.
Certified Small Business :
WOSB, MBE, DBE
Unique ID : RKT5KVFCGKJ5
Duns # : 079437325
Cage Code : 7RQT9
NAICS : 541618, 541614, 541690, 541611, 541990, 541612, 611430, 541330, 541211
Certified Small Business :
WOSB, MBE, DBE
Unique ID : RKT5KVFCGKJ5
Duns # : 079437325
Cage Code : 7RQT9
NAICS : 541618, 541614, 541690, 541611, 541990, 541612, 611430, 541330, 541211
