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How to Cut Scrap Rates in Half – A Case Study
How to Cut Scrap Rates in Half, within Six Months, for a Complete Manufacturing Facility… this is an actual case study of how a plant manager worked with Six Sigma Black Belt and Green Belt Teams to literally slice their manufacturing scrap rates in half, and within six months, generating substantial cost savings. This presentation will explain the key steps that were taken to do this, and how this approach could be replicated in any manufacturing or service organization to reduce costs and errors. Some of the key steps include; what needs to be in place before you start, strategically choosing the right projects, team member selection, following a proven problem-solving methodology (DMAIC), and sticking to a ridged PDCA cycle. Demetrios Venetis has been teaching, mentoring, and coaching in corporate and academic environments for the past two decades. He has presented at ASQ Dinner Meetings and Conferences on topics from Leadership to Lean Six Sigma. He has extensive experience in Lean Six Sigma from both hands on implementation to a theoretical research point of view. He has taught and mentored over fifty Six Sigma Black Belts, scores of Green Belts, and dozens of Lean Sigma Champions and Lean Facilitators. He has a BS in Plastics Engineering from University of Lowell (now UMass Lowell), an MBA from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and invested two years in a Ph.D. in Business Management from University of Connecticut. Location: Johnson and Wales Inn, 213 Taunton Ave. (Routes 114A & 44), Seekonk, MA 02771 (click here for a map)
From I-95 N or S: Take I-195 East into Massachusetts, then take Exit 1 (Seekonk/ Barrington). Bear left off exit onto Route 114A N. Follow for 2 miles then bear left at flashing light. At first light take a right onto Route 44. The Inn will be on the right.
From I-195 West: Take Exit 1 then bear right onto Rt 114A N. Follow directions above. Time: 5:30 pm - Registration and Networking Menu: Chicken orzo soup, salad with rolls, roast top round of beef, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, apple tartlet for dessert, and coffee/tea Prices: $30 members and guests. $15 unemployed members and students Reservations:
ASQ Recertification: Dinner meeting earns 0.3 RU
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