[NEWS] Lumon Group’s first internal audit of ongoing 5S-project was conducted successfully at the Spanish factory in Antequera 

On Thursday, the 14th of November, the first internal audit of Lumon Group’s extensive 5S –factory project was conducted at the Antequera production plant in Spain. The audit was extensive and was held by Lumon Group’s Production Leadership Team.

During the day, the three areas of production were evaluated – production, maintenance, and logistics. The office areas of the facilities were also included in the audit.

The objective of the 5S project is to improve efficiency, quality, and safety, with the pillars of 5S standing for:

• Sort: Eliminate unnecessary items from the workspace
• Set in order: Arrange items so that they are easy to use, find and put away
• Shine: Keep the items and work area neat and clean
• Standardize: Create a consistent approach to tasks and procedures
• Sustain: Make a habit of maintaining the correct procedures

The aimed target level for the first audit was 3/5. This level was achieved. “The first audit marks an important milestone in the implementation of the 5S methodology, demonstrating how this project is already starting to have a positive impact on our working environment,” notes Lumon Spain’s Production HR Specialist Antonio Jose Maestre Carmona.

Implementing the 5S methodology not only allows for more efficient work, eliminating waste and downtime, but also contributes to a steady improvement in quality by reducing errors and clutter. In addition, safety has benefited, creating a more organised and risk-free environment.

EVP of Production and Supply Chain at Lumon Group Jouni Hilliaho continues: “The Antequera factory was the biggest project of the current strategy period at Lumon. Almost 2 years ago we celebrated the success of the project coming to life. Now, after 2 successful operative years and an implemented level of 3/5 in 5S, we can say that the factory is fully ready.”

“The whole team is encouraged for growth next year in order to reach our 5S targets, and everyone believes that achieving these results will strongly support our KPI’s,” adds Factory Manager of Spain, Benjamin Perez Gonzalez.  

To conclude the day, a celebration was organised with all employees, recognising and thanking the commitment and dedication of each person who participated in the process. It was a moment to share achievements and to reinforce the determination for continued development.