Implementación de las 5S en la bodega de materiales de una planta de alimentos

Abstract

The research was carried out at a company located in Guayaquil, dedicated to the production and distribution of food products, which had critical deficiencies in the order, cleanliness, and distribution of space within its materials warehouse, causing operational delays, occupational hazards, and unnecessary accumulation of supplies. The overall objective was to analyze internal traffic, space layout, and dispatch times in order to design a proposal based on the 5S methodology that optimizes the organization of the area and ensures efficient flow. The study adopted a mixed approach, integrating quantitative analysis (search times, occupancy levels, frequency of incidents) with qualitative observations on perceptions of order and organizational culture. The methodology was framed within a non-experimental, applied, descriptive-correlational design with a cross-sectional scope, working with a sample of twelve operational employees through questionnaires, direct observation, and internal records. The results revealed that more than 80% of workers identified difficulties in locating supplies, a lack of visible signage, accumulation of unnecessary objects, and intermittent cleaning, all of which are factors that increase downtime and reduce safety. The proposal based on the 5S methodology integrates specific actions to classify, organize, clean, standardize, and discipline the space, incorporating visual systems and periodic audits. The main impact is expected to be a significant reduction in dispatch time and better use of space.