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Shop Talk Business
" Unlike a factory
that perfects the
effi cient repetition
of tasks to produce
a single product
thousands of
times, custom
manufacturing
brings a unique set
of challenges to
shop effi ciencies. "
vacation or gets sick, it can slow things
down and cause production problems.
Standardizing processes and having
reference materials such as project
and standards boards available allows
new employees to get up and running
quicker. And while some longtime
employees may see this as a threat,
most fi nd that better processes and
training make their job less stressful
and more satisfying.
6. Reduce interruptions
Interruptions disrupt workfl ow
far too often, according to Heinz.
" When people don't have the information
they need, they have to stop
and interrupt others to continue
with their specifi c task, " he says.
A good centralized source of
information and weekly or daily status
meetings can help ensure everyone
is on the same page. Beyond that,
people need time to focus, a few hours
each day when no one is allowed
to interrupt and they can " batch "
work. This is true for everyone from
administration to production. Heinz
recommends shutting a door, using
headphones, or, better yet, having the
company get behind the effort with
steps such as posting signs that indicate
when an individual or department
is in " do not disturb " mode.
" When you're in the zone and
get interrupted, it disrupts your
concentration and isn't easy to
get back, " he says. " Giving people
that time gives them breathing
room that ultimately results in
greater productivity. " He also
recommends reserving time at
the end of the day to organize the
workspace, review what went well
and what presented challenges,
and make a list for the next day.
7. Organize facilities
A clean, well-organized space is safer
and more productive, be it a kitchen,
warehouse or sewing room. It's a
concept few would argue with, but
many fi nd diffi cult to undertake and
maintain. A methodology such as
the Six Sigma 5S approach can be
a relatively easy way to get started:
* Sort: Get rid of unneeded
parts and supplies.
* Straighten: Organize remaining
items for peak effi ciency.
* Shine: Thoroughly clean the space.
* Standardize: Clearly label/
color code everything.
* Sustain: Train, refi ne and
stick with the system.
Laurie F. Junker is a freelance writer based
in Minneapolis, Minn.
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www.marinefabricatormag.com
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