| The
Service Parts Logistics Division ships service parts in shipment
containers to parts distributors and overseas distributors for
use in vehicle servicing and inspections, etc. Packing the containers
with minimum gaps has a large effect on the reduction of packing
materials used and the number of dispatches. At the Oguchi Parts
Center, operators and supervisors alike are working together
to improve container packing skills. |
|
Steps in Improving Packing Efficiency
1) Previous day's packing efficiency
is checked by computer
2) Weak points are grasped through a review of video taken of
packing process
3) In principal, operator analyzes situation (with advice from
supervisor)
4) Operator creates a Standard Operation Procedure Guide on
his own
5) Shortcomings and points for improvement in 4) are identified
6) Training carried out together with a supervisor in a training
area
7) Operator and supervisor evaluate results |
