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Tips to Keep Your Factory Running at Peak Levels

Brooke Chaplan

April 11, 2016

A factory is only as good as the people and equipment that run it. To keep yours running at peak levels, the best solution is to hire quality professionals who understand how to operate and maintain the machines that keep it going. How do you find the right people and equipment to get the most for your money?

Proper Training
As a manager or business owner, your top priority is to train your people on all aspects of work within your operation. This means everyone knows how to use and maintain the machinery and that they can do so in a safe manner. Safety training is especially important for new workers or those who aren't experienced on a certain machine. 

Keep Staffing Levels at Proper Levels
You never know when someone might call in sick and if you absolutely require a certain number of workers per day, you need to have backup plans in place. While you may be able to get by for a short time with others working harder, you will need to bring in outside help at some point. Knowing who to call and how to get them up to speed can keep your factory going at maximum output.

Make Your Machines Easy to Maintain
Having all the employees you could ever want won't help if your machines aren't working properly. Have at least one person on the floor at all times who knows how to keep the machinery operational if there is a problem. Ideally, you will also have someone on call at all times to provide backup if necessary.

Keep Things Clean
All types of machinery could break, or employees could be held back if a pipe is clogged or is filled with dust. One way to keep machines clean, cool, and lubricated is to have PFC Equipment, Inc CR pumps circulating water throughout the building. Your people should also be directed to regularly clean and lubricate pipes, fans, and machines to keep them going whenever the factory is open.

When your factory isn't going at full strength, it could mean lost money for yourself as a business owner or for your employer. It needs to be a priority to have people, policies, and equipment that promote safety and accountability at all times. As your employees get used to working for you and the machinery the factory uses, there will be less downtime and more productivity each day.

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