A new Humvee (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle) engine rebuilding line for U.S. forces in Europe underwent a weeklong Rapid Improvement Events (RIE) on Rhein Ordnance Barracks. A group of Six Sigma Green and Black belts was deployed for the RIE.
During the RIE using Lean Six Sigma, the team spent the first days of the RIE, observing mechanics at work and identifying specific areas in need of streamlining. Every employee was involved in the process. Among the improvements that was immediately incorporated was organizing parts and tools. The team also recommended to improve co-locating the engine disassembly and parts-cleaning centers and improving communication between mechanics and supervisors by using a status-tracking board. Read more…
Just to give you an idea of what a humvee is, USATODAY.com outlines the uses of a humvee.
Besides carrying soldiers, it also:
- Is a military ambulance and police vehicle.
- Carries or tows light howitzers and mortars, serves as a mobile mount for machine guns and can launch Stinger missiles.
- Is a platform for the Army’s mobile cell phone and satellite systems.
- Is used for tactical reconnaissance.
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