Lean Manufacturing Waste Reduction Techniques Flashcards
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Which of the following is a primary goal of waste reduction in Lean?
Answer: Remove non-value-added processes
The goal is to improve efficiency by eliminating non-value-adding activities that consume resources.
What type of waste involves producing more than is needed?
Answer: Overproduction
Overproduction leads to excess inventory and increased holding costs, one of the seven classic Lean wastes.
Which Lean tool is used to identify areas of waste in a process?
Answer: Value Stream Mapping
Value Stream Mapping visually lays out every step in a process to identify delays, bottlenecks, and non-value activities.
What does the term 'muda' refer to in Lean terminology?
Answer: Wasteful activities
'Muda' is a Japanese term meaning 'waste' and refers to any activity that consumes resources without adding value.
How does 5S contribute to waste reduction?
Answer: Eliminates disorganization and wasted motion
By organizing the workspace, 5S reduces time spent searching for tools and materials, minimizing motion and delay waste.
What kind of waste is created when products require rework?
Answer: Defects
Defects are a major form of waste in Lean, leading to rework, increased cost, and reduced customer satisfaction.