5S Strategy: A workplace improvement lean tool

2013

The lean project is aimed at diagnosing the production process, streamlining the workflow, removing/reducing process waste, cleaning the production environment, improving plant layout, and organizing workstations. 5S lean technology is utilized for achieving project objectives. The work was a combination of both culture changes and tangible/physical changes on the shop floor.

The paper represents an application of '5S' technology in one of the MNC Samsonite South Asia Pvt. Ltd., Gonde-Dumala, Maharashtra which is the leading manufacturer of the luggage bags in the world. '5S' in simple terms is a Japanese technique consisting of five 'S' terms namely Seiri (sorting), Seiton (set in order), Seiso (shine), Seiketsu (standardize) and Shitsuke (sustain) having a deep sense for managing the work place. The aim of the implementation of '5S' in the organization is to enhance the productivity, safety, efficiency through effective workplace management. The need for the implementation of '5S' in the organization came into existence due to unorganized workstations , uncomfortable working environment and the excessive wastes in the company. Hence to get rid-off of the above factors, there was an urgent need for the successive implementation of '5S' in the organization. The effective following on '5S' in the organization by the various official staff and workman's strengthens the work ethic between them resulting in the motivation towards teamwork. The successive implementation of '5S' transformed the organization drastically, right from the working conditions to the employees working satisfaction.

IRJET, 2023

This paper provides an introduction to the 5S system, a structured methodology for organizing and maintaining an efficient and productive workplace. The 5S system consists of five pillars: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain, which are designed to reduce waste and optimize productivity through maintaining an orderly workplace and using visual cues. Implementing the 5S system can result in significant benefits for organizations, including reduced space utilization, improved efficiency, and improved quality. The 5S system also provides a foundation for introducing other lean methods such as TPM, cellular manufacturing, just-in-time production, and six sigma. Overall, the 5S system is a powerful tool for improving organizational performance and competitiveness in today's business environment.

Research Papers Faculty of Materials Science and Technology Slovak University of Technology

Developed in Japan, 5S is a system of organizing workplace for efficiency, effectiveness and safety. Is 5s important? The answer is: “YES”, because the implementation is about empowering employees to control their work area and create an environment where they want to work every day. It is a program that only works with grass roots level engagement. With commitment to safety, we are equally committed to 5S to ensure a safe place to work. It enabled us to indicate where waste was occurring and thus improve the work area sustainably. We recognized real problems, found solutions and ultimately we were successful in our endeavors. Throughout different companies, various words of similar meaning are used. No matter what specific words are used to identify the steps in 5S, the purpose remains the same: create a clean, organized and efficient work environment.

The aim of this paper is to enhance the understanding of the relationship between the lean practices and the operational and financial performance of the organization. A sample of 100 manufacturing firms shows direct effects of 5S on the performance. Many manufacturing firms are adopting 5S activities as a daily practice, but understanding its effects on the performance of an organization is important. Also, effect of 5S implementation on the employee of the organization is carried out in the research. The study is carried out on around 100 manufacturing firms which have implemented lean activities and used 5S tool. The results of study are promising and shows a considerable positive effect on both operational and financial performance, also it is helpful for the employees of the organization.

Purpose: The aim of this paper is showing the 5S methodology. In this paper it was introduced the way of implementing the 5S methodology in the company. Design/methodology/approach: In the frames of own research it has been analysed and implemented the 5S rules in the production process. Findings: On the basis of the own research it can be stated, that introducing the 5S rules bring the great changes in the company, for example: process improvement by costs' reduction, increasing of effectiveness and efficiency in the processes, maintenance and improvement of the machines' efficiency, safety increasing and reduction of the industry pollution, proceedings according to decisions. Research limitations/implications: The 5S methodology permits to analyse the processes running on the workplace. The 5S is the methodology of creation and maintaining well organized, clean, high effective and high quality workplace. Practical implications: Own research clearly showed, that very essential is training of workers about the 5S rules. Essential thing is to divide activities on some main steps and to maintain the continuous improvement. Originality/value: The 5S method begins each programme of improvement in a company. This method can be used in all companies. Its result is the effective organization of the workplace.

MATEC Web of Conferences, 2018

One of the most popular system in production enterprise is Lean Management. 5S is a method which introduces workflows allowing to increase the efficiency. The aim of the research is to analyze the use of the 5S method on the example of a selected company. The scope of work covered the years 2013-2017. Research methods are: analysis of enterprise data, employee opinion survey, participation in audits. One of the ways to maintain a proper level of order and cleanliness according to the 5S method in the factory is to confirm compliance by conducting an audit. Inspections are carried out on two levels. One of them is an internal audit, which is carried out by a foreman who works at a given hall. The second level is an external audit, which is carried out by employees of other halls. Teams with the best results are rewarded with incentive bonuses. The first audit in 2013 at the enterprise showed that the state of order is unsatisfactory. Therefore, corrective actions have been developed ...

Many companies in different types of industry are applying tools of a lean manufacturing method to gain and maintain high standards demanded by their customers. One of the possible tools is 5S. This tool is usually the key component of Visual Factory Management and a part of Kaizen approach - a system of continuous improvement. 5S focuses on establishing and maintaining a visual order, organization, tidiness, standardization and sustainability. 5S is applied through 5 phases which can be translated from the Japanese as "sort", "set in order", "shine", "standardize" and "sustain" giving the method its name. Expected results are improved efficiency, service and safety thus better profitability. This paper looks upon the use of 5S methodology in Croatia and a scope of its implementation. In our paper, we examine the case of textile company in Croatia and how the implementation of 5S can help it improve efficiency and competitiveness. As a conclusion, recommendations will be presented for further research on 5S methodology and ways how its application can increase the competitiveness

Purpose: The aim of this paper is showing the 5S methodology. In this paper it was introduced the way of implementing the 5S methodology in the company. Design/methodology/approach: In the frames of own research it has been analysed and implemented the 5S rules in the production process. Findings: On the basis of the own research it can be stated, that introducing the 5S rules bring the great changes in the company, for example: process improvement by costs' reduction, increasing of effectiveness and efficiency in the processes, maintenance and improvement of the machines' efficiency, safety increasing and reduction of the industry pollution, proceedings according to decisions. Research limitations/implications: The 5S methodology permits to analyse the processes running on the workplace. The 5S is the methodology of creation and maintaining well organized, clean, high effective and high quality workplace. Practical implications: Own research clearly showed, that very essential is training of workers about the 5S rules. Essential thing is to divide activities on some main steps and to maintain the continuous improvement. Originality/value: The 5S method begins each programme of improvement in a company. This method can be used in all companies. Its result is the effective organization of the workplace.

Journal of Production and Industrial Engineering, 2021

The quality and cost of an item are basic parameters which draw in the customers. It is hard to accomplish the ideal quality at the modest creation cost. Subsequently it is important to utilize subjective strategies underway procedures and decrease pointless expenses simultaneously. 5S procedure parameters straightforwardly impact the quality and cost of an item. 5S is a way of thinking and a method for arranging and dealing with the workspace and work process. 5S is essentially 5 Japanese terms, with S as introductory: Seiri (Short), Seiton (Set), Seiso (Shine), Seiketsu (Standardize), Sitsuke (Sustain). It's a fundamental establishment of Lean Manufacturing. This paper depends on the systems and strategies utilized for execution of 5S of a manufacture industry. By studying the effects of 5S on the industry, increased productivity, reduced time, reduced cost, increased space, increased moral of workers was observed. Thus, the review confirms the efficiency of 5S methodologies to identify eliminate problems in an industry. From the design of old and new layout of industry clear that there is an urgent need of 5S implementation in C B industry Nagpur plant for the betterment of good working atmosphere as per as industry and workers point of view.