By: Adele Samudio

September 14, 2020

“To produce only what is needed, when it is needed and in the amount needed.” Taiichi Ohno

Kanban is known to be an effective methodology to Just-In-Time Production (JIT) and is practiced by many manufacturers worldwide. It is a pull system tool that works to reduce costs, to reduce inventory, and to improve efficiency on the production floor.

Since the inception of this method more and more companies are saving money by producing product for live orders and not anticipated orders; creating a lean-manufacturing practice. As everything, there are advantages and disadvantages of this methodology as briefly listed below.

Math is one of the most important requirements of working in Metal Manufacturing. If you are looking for a career in this industry below are typical types of math needed for trade jobs within the industry.

The two trades below may not require a college degree but they do require excellent math skills.