Precision Lab Layout Redesign and Process Improvement in
Precision Lab Layout Redesign and Process Improvement in Siemens Warehouse Abstract The Siemens Energy warehouse located in Suwanee, Proposed Results Solutions 1) Precision and Torque Labs Layout Redesign Ø Adding shelves in the Precision and Torque lab will increase storage space by Georgia runs out of space in the Precision Lab due to rapid • Add shelves in the precision and the up to 120%-150%. Dollar value of storage space is equivalent to $3, 660 to growth, seasonal peaks, and poor space utilization. The aim torque labs and implement the cube $5, 000 annually. of the project is to redesign the Precision Lab layout and utilization methods to optimize the improve the tool assessment process to increase efficiency, storage space. productivity, and profitability. 2) Update TCTP Software and provide XTablets T 8650 • Lab technicians currently enter data manually using two Softwares TCTP (tracks tools in the system) and Bench Top (creates order batches Ø Having extra storage space will allow the lab to carry more safety stock and the lab would not Stockout 90% of the time for calibration shipments) Norm. s. inv(1 -probability of stocking out) to get the Z value • Provide Lab Technicians with Safety Stock = Average Seasonal Demand x Lead Time + Standard deviation x Z score XTablets T 8650 which include a barcode scanner feature to electronically input data in the system to reduce time spent on tool assessment process Ø Currently, productivity at the lab is at 37%. An improved and more efficient system flow using an updated TCTP Software and provide XTablets T 8650 will increase the productivity rate at the lab up to 70%. Ø Adding the toolkit booklets (Catalog) will create anticipated savings of $3, 300 annually for 1% Probability of reducing the missing and broken tools. Objectives Ø Redesign the Precision lab layout: • Optimize the storage space • Meet OSHA regulations • Accommodate future growth Ø Ability to keep up with the high demand during peak seasons Ø Improve the tools assessment process in the lab 3) Implement the Supermarket Pickup System Conclusion • This method provides better visibility of tools and parts in the lab which Ø As a result of this project, we have an increase of storage space and reduction can also be a contributing factor to increase the productivity rate in the lab. • Will reduce the honey combing effect on the shelves in costs and processing times, which will have a significant positive impact on the warehouse operations and accommodate future growth. Budget & Time Management 4) Provide Clients with Toolkits Booklets (Catalog) • Many tools are being misplaced, lost, or broken because they are not stored properly when they are sent back to the warehouse • Include booklets with toolkits to reduce the number of items lost or damaged. This booklet keeps all the toolkits organized by having photos and descriptions of each tool so nothing can be overlooked.
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