About the Client
Lucas TVS is a pioneering name in India’s automotive electrical and electronics industry, with a legacy spanning over 60 years. A key player in auto components manufacturing, the company supplies starter motors, alternators, wiper systems, and other critical components to leading automobile brands in India and global markets. With multiple state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and a strong focus on R&D and innovation, Lucas TVS is at the forefront of next-gen automotive technology, including EV components and advanced power solutions. The company’s commitment to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement has made it a preferred partner for top OEMs in the automotive, industrial, and off-highway sectors.
Workshop Objective
The objective of the workshop was to build practical knowledge and internal capability around Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)—a critical metric for evaluating and improving manufacturing performance. The goal was to empower cross-functional teams with tools to identify and reduce equipment losses, enhance productivity, and implement data-driven decisions on the shop floor.
Workshop Summary
The session delivered hands-on learning on calculating and analyzing OEE through the lenses of Availability, Performance, and Quality. Participants gained clarity on the sources of equipment-related losses and explored strategies to reduce unplanned downtime, speed losses, and quality rejections. The workshop emphasized actionable insights that teams can apply immediately to improve operational efficiency in their plants.
Key highlights included:
- Introduced OEE as a metric combining Availability, Performance, and Quality.
- Explained the Six Big Losses impacting equipment effectiveness.
- Demonstrated use of OEE tracking tools and templates.
- Conducted live case discussions based on plant-specific data.
- Encouraged cross-functional teamwork for OEE improvements.
- Linked OEE to lean, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Workshop Details
- Mode: On-Site
- Audience: PPLG, Plant Operations, Methods and Utility Team
- Batch Size: 05 Participants
- Duration: 1-day Workshop
- Customized Training Modules
- Certificates for all participants
Trainer (Speaker) Profile
- A TPM & LEAN, WCM CLSSBB Consultant, with over 30 years of hands-on experience in operational excellence.
- Expert in Lean cells implementation, TPM, Six Sigma, Cost Reduction, and Quality Improvement.
- Specialist in training organizations on PDCA, 5S, WHY-WHY Analysis, and Maintenance Excellence.
- Proven track record in implementing AI-driven quality systems, rejection & spares management, and workforce upskilling for leading manufacturing firms.
