Learning Stream: Operational Excellence (OPEX – THE AUK WAY)
Build daily excellence into the way you work. This stream covers the foundations of OPEX, including Tier and SIC meetings, visual shop floor management tools, and practical improvement methods (Kaizen/CIP). You’ll learn how to make problems visible, standardize best practices, and drive measurable improvements in flow, quality, and cost. The outcome: you’ll be equipped to lead or support continuous improvement and deliver reliable results in your area.
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Performance Suite — Operator SSM
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OPEX THE AUK WAY • CELL MANUFACTORING
By organizing resources into independent, self-sufficient cells aligned to product families, cellular manufacturing delivers faster flow, lower waste, and higher flexibility—particularly valuable where products are varied but share common processing routes.
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OPEX THE AUK WAY • 5S
A workplace organization and visual management system, originating from lean manufacturing.
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OPEX THE AUK WAY • Operational Excellence as a Culture
Build a shared, practical understanding of how our culture drives shop-floor performance—every shift, every team.
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TIER Communication — SQDCP-BOARD
Understanding TIER Internal Communication within the AMANN Organization. Enhancing Productivity with Tier Meeting Boards and Visual Management Systems.
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Short Interval Control (SIC) – Driving Real-Time Operational Excellence
Driving Real-Time Improvement with Short Interval Control (SIC) Short Interval Control (SIC) is a practical and effective method for enhancing production performance in real time. By enabling teams to identify and address issues directly on the shop floor during the shift, SIC shifts the focus from retrospective analysis to immediate action. This approach increases transparency, empowers employees, and supports AMANN Group’s commitment to continuous improvement—right where it matters most. By learning and applying SIC, AMANN Group staff actively contribute to shaping a more efficient, responsive, and forward-looking organization.