How an automobile parts manufacturer increased OEE by 19% in just three months and decreased operator attrition by 42%
42% reduction in operator attrition
The implementation of Leanworx resulted in a remarkable 42% reduction in operator attrition, a significant improvement in employee retention.
19% OEE improvement in 3 months
In just three months , the Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) saw an impressive enhancement, achieving an 19% increase .
Fixed salaries to performance-based incentives
Shift from fixed salaries to performance-based incentives significantly curbed employee turnover, motivating operators of all skill levels. Leanworx’s production monitoring system ensured 24/7 tracking of production and downtime
About Customer
An automobile parts manufacturer with 130 CNC lathes and machining centers connected to Leanworx, with an average machine hour rate of Rs. 350.
Problem
Challenges in setting operator incentive schemes due to lack of accurate production and efficiency data.
Solution
Leanworx’s automated machine operator efficiency monitoring transformed operations by providing precise, operator-specific reports for HR to shape the incentive system.
Leanworx’s production monitoring system extracts accurate data directly from the machines’ electronics to eliminate manual errors.
The HR department leveraged the following reports to effectively structure salaries and incentives:
- Real-time Production Monitoring: Accurate tracking of production quantities and downtimes.
- Machine Operator Efficiency Report: HR’s tool for salary and incentive determination.
Results
In just three months, the implementation of Leanworx resulted in a remarkable 42% reduction in operator attrition, a significant improvement in employee retention.
Simultaneously, the Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) saw an impressive enhancement, achieving an 19% increase.