Implementering av 5S & analys av flödet i gummiindustrin : Hur kan 5S &  flödet förbättra metallförberedningen hos Gotlands Gummifabrik

Sammanfattning: The work purpose is to analyze the flow and implement 5S in one of the sections in the production at Gotlands Gummifabrik AB. The implementation is based on 5S theory that stands for sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain. A line diagram has been used to structure quantitative data in form of order logs where reportedtime is compared to planed time for an article. To identify reasons why planned time are not achieved interviews has been made with coworkers and management. The reasons has been structure in a cause-effect diagram in relation to how many who pointed out the same cause. A process flow analysis has been made together withlayout flow chart to provide a clear picture of the flow and transportation. After the implementation an evaluation discuss has been conducted with the staff that’s been working with the 5S program. The key theory’s that’s been used in the report are lean, overlap of operations, “hörnstensmodellen” which is a part of TQM and culture.The result shows that 50 % of the planned times for an article are not achieved because of different factors such as paint templates, humans, unforeseen stops, wrong times, washing machine and blasting. The result also show that the causes vary depending on the article. To improve the flow, new realistic times must be developedand the flow needs to be more technical, but also the organization needs to work with mental aspects such as leadership, communication, motivation, employees etc. The result of implementing 5S has contributed to more efficient work where employees feel motivated and participation in work, also management has shown greater commitment to their process.