Lean Manufacturing:

Lean manufacturing or lean production, often simply, "Lean," is a production practice that considers the expenditure of resources for any goal other than the creation of value for the end customer to be wasteful, and thus a target for elimination. Working from the perspective of the customer who consumes a product or service, "value" is defined as any action or process that a customer would be willing to pay for. Basically, lean is centered on preserving value with less work. Fort Walton Machining utilizes Lean Manufacturing processes to focus on improving overall customer value.

Implementation of a "5S + S" program

Sort to eliminate unnecessary components

Set in Order to clearly label and identify all equipment, areas, and components

Shine activities to ensure cleanliness of facilities, working areas, and equipment operation

Standardize to eliminate product waste

Sustain to ensure “5S + S” is constantly improved

Safety focus throughout all facilities