Propuesta de mejora del proceso de adquisición de materias primas para la producción de chips de vegetales mediante la aplicación de herramientas de manufactura esbelta en la empresa Inalproces

Abstract

In Chapter 1 we will present the different definitions and tools that will be used to diagnose the problems of the company Inalproces S.A. to represent the impact on the acquisition of raw materials. Chapter 2 will provide a general description of the company, including its main economic activities, location, SWOT, products, among others. In addition, a detailed analysis of the area of study will be presented, being this the area of raw material supply and procurement, identifying the main problems that affect its efficiency. Finally, the lean manufacturing tools and other methodologies that will be used to improve the current situation will be described, with the objective of optimizing the processes and increasing the company's competitiveness. Chapter 3 will present the results obtained after the analysis and proposal of the use of the Lean Manufacturing tools detailed in the previous chapter, demonstrating how the application of these methodologies can influence operational efficiency, waste reduction and improvement in the quality of the raw material acquisition and supply processes. The results presented here are supported by quantitative and qualitative data, evidencing an increase in productivity, a decrease in cycle times, improved indicator scores, changes in previously analyzed matrices and increased customer satisfaction. This analysis provides a solid foundation for future continuous improvement initiatives in the organization.