Human side of Lean Manufacturing: an insider’s perspectives on work environment

• Autorzy: Mrugalska Beata , Kajewska Małgorzata

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DOI

10.29119/1641-3466.2024.200.23

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: We aimed to understand how integrating lean principles with human factors can contribute to a more productive, satisfied, and motivated workforce. Additionally, the paper investigated the roles of employee empowerment, continuous improvement, and organizational support in creating a human-centered lean manufacturing environment. Design/methodology/approach: The authors conducted a detailed analysis of the literature. This theoretical analysis enabled to preparation of a comprehensive and detailed examination using a survey questionnaire, providing in-depth insights into the research statements. This data was extended due to the participant observation which allowed to immerse in the day-to-day activities of the workers. Findings: Lean Manufacturing positively impacted the humanization of work, with effective team cooperation and communication boosting productivity. However, some employees felt excluded from joint decision-making and feedback processes, which could harm motivation and organizational effectiveness. Enhancing training opportunities could help employees better adapt their skills to their tasks. Research limitations/implications: The limitation of the research is the pilot study which was conducted among 15 respondents from one company. In the future, it is planned to extend it to other production companies. Originality/value: The paper makes a contribution to the field by linking Lean Manufacturing and human aspects in a Polish work environment. Instead of exploring the traditional benefits of Lean Manufacturing in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste, we focused on its impact on the workforce, workplace culture, and employee engagement.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

human-centered approach; Lean Manufacturing; work environment

PL

podejście zorientowane na człowieka; Lean Manufacturing; środowisko pracy

• Wydawca: Wydawnictwo Politechniki Śląskiej
• Czasopismo: Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska
• Rocznik: 2024
• Tom: z. 200
• Strony: 307--317
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 19 poz.

Twórcy

autor

Mrugalska Beata

• Faculty of Engineering Management, Poznan University of Technology, Poznan

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9827-9449

autor

Kajewska Małgorzata

• Faculty of Engineering Management, Poznan University of Technology, Poznan

• https://orcid.org/0009-0006-6175-5492

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