Implantação da filosofia 5S no laboratório de uma usina do setor sucroenergético

Abstract

The objective of this article was to describe the implementation process of the 5S Program in laboratory of a sugar-energy company in the interior of Minas Gerais. For that, using a qualitative approach, interviews and observations were carried out in field with industry actors, and the 5S philosophy was integrated into the company through six defined stages, namely: (I) Selection of the sector; (II) General planning and training; (III) Initial diagnosis; (IV) Field Day; (V) Return Audit and (VI) Evaluation and program maintenance. Despite some behavioral barriers in the implementation, it was possible to determine several positive impacts on the department, such as: cleaner and more organized environment, reduction of waste, shorter delivery time analyses, ease of access to materials and equipment, increased motivation of employees, flexibility in relationships, collaboration between those involved, and working perception of the company's commitment to safety and quality. Concludes that the 5S philosophy is closely related to quality, productivity, safety and interpersonal relationships, and that the constant use of communication is necessary, since that the process needs to be widely communicated, revisited and disseminated as a precept company culture.