Lean manufacturing implementation: an assessment method with regards to socio-technical and ergonomics practices adoption

The implementation of lean manufacturing (LM) means a systematic approach of various management methods and practices, which may influence individuals’ job content and the quality of work. However, research related to socio-technical and ergonomics (SE) factors has for a long time solely focused on...

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Published in:International journal of advanced manufacturing technology 2017-04, Vol.89 (9-12), p.3407-3418
Main Authors: Tortorella, Guilherme Luz, Vergara, Lizandra Garcia Lupi, Ferreira, Evelise Pereira
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
CAE) and Design
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAD
Engineering
Ergonomics
Industrial and Production Engineering
Lean manufacturing
Management methods
Mechanical Engineering
Media Management
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Summary:The implementation of lean manufacturing (LM) means a systematic approach of various management methods and practices, which may influence individuals’ job content and the quality of work. However, research related to socio-technical and ergonomics (SE) factors has for a long time solely focused on regular production work to a large extent. This study aims to assess the relationship between LM and SE practices in companies undergoing a lean implementation. The proposed method comprises a combination of techniques that allow the identification of deficiencies related to the adoption of LM practices that may support SE practices implementation, indicating a prioritization of improvements opportunities to better sustain them. Further, through the establishment of the degree of criticality of LM practices, our outcomes allow to identify implementation gaps in the lean process that are highly related with the current status of socio-technical and ergonomics improvements in the company, anticipating problems and developing the practices that converge to them.
ISSN:0268-3768
1433-3015
DOI:10.1007/s00170-016-9227-7