Aplicação da metodologia Lean Six Sigma em uma fábrica de embalagens flexíveis para a redução de perdas geradas na produção de selos para tampas

Abstract

This paper presents a case study that used the Lean Six Sigma methodology to reduce Seal to Cap losses in a flexible packaging production line. The reduction of losses is directly related to cost reduction, being one of the main strategies adopted by companies to gain a competitive advantage in crisis scenarios. DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control) is a set of Lean Six Sigma practices aimed at reducing process variability, directing efforts towards executing the organization’s strategy, developing leadership, and reducing costs. By using this methodology, it was possible to analyze and measure the process in detail, identify unknown causes, propose solutions, develop controls, increase productivity, and reduce the wrinkle loss rate from 3.7% to 0.5%.