Aplicação da ferramenta 5s em uma fábrica de cilindros de uma empresa do setor de embalagens

Abstract

Currently, in the packaging sector, disorganization in the production environment represents a challenge that leads to time losses, machine downtime, and reduced operational efficiency, making it necessary to apply management methods to optimize processes. Quality Management, in this context, consists of practices that ensure customer satisfaction through standardization, reduction of failures, and continuous improvement. Among the available tools, the 5S methodology stands out — a Japanese approach based on the principles of utilization, organization, cleanliness, standardization, and discipline — which aims to promote more efficient, safe, and organized workplaces. In this regard, the general objective of this study was to implement the 5S tool in the cylinder sector of a packaging company, in order to organize storage, reduce machine downtime, and increase operational efficiency. To achieve this, an action research method with a quantitative and qualitative approach was applied, involving the identification of problems and the practical implementation of the 5S methodology.From the results obtained, there was a monthly reduction in the time spent searching for cylinders, an 80% decrease in machine downtime related to the “Waiting for Cylinders” cause, greater employee awareness regarding the importance of organization, improved workplace discipline, and increased availability of production machines.