Implementation of a Lean Production System using Materials and Information Flow Chart in Electroplating Services Company

Abstract

With the transformation of the electroplating service industry as a second-tier supplier in the automotive industry, significant changes have occurred in production processes, management, and technology to answer global market challenges. The main focus is reducing costs and increasing profitability through improving quality and productivity. In order to achieve this goal, the Lean Production System or Toyota Production System is used to analyze and reduce waste in the production process. Process flow modelling with a Material and Information Flow Chart (MIFC) helps to visualize all activities that give an additional value or not to the product. The research method involves using 7 quality management tools and Failure Modes and Effect Analysis (FMEA) to evaluate and improve areas that affect quality and productivity. This approach aims to deliver quality products to customers at low cost through systematic changes and process improvements.