Production Efficiency Increasing of a Large Engineering Company

Abstract

The Federal project “System Measures for Increase in Labor Productivity” is a key element of the national project “Labor Productivity”. Its main goal is to create conditions for sustainable growth in labor productivity in the real economy sector. As a part of the project implementation, enterprises receive qualified expert support in implementing lean production methodology, optimizing business processes and technological operations. Special attention is paid to staff training in modern methods of production process management. The article presents a detailed analysis of the practical experience in implementing measures to increase operational efficiency at a large machine-building enterprise - the leader in domestic railway machinery manufacturing. Methods for production problem area identification, developed solutions, and achieved results are described. Both managerial and technical aspects of production process modernization are considered. Particular attention is given to adapting lean production methodology for machine-building production with small product batches. The stages of program implementation are described in detail - from initial diagnostics to the introduction of specific solutions. The characteristics of applying lean production concepts in combination with the Theory of Constraints tools to solve specific machine-building production challenges are analyzed. The results of implementing shift/day task systems, methods for balancing production capacities, and technical re-equipment of the enterprise are presented. The achieved results demonstrate the possibility of significant improvement in operational efficiency through a comprehensive approach to production process optimization. Indicators of increased production volume, reduced production cycle time, and decreased inventory levels confirm the effectiveness of the applied methods. This article will be useful for industrial enterprise managers, production organization specialists, and lean production experts interested in the practical aspects of implementing modern production management methodologies.