Document Type
Thesis
Date of Award
5-31-1991
Degree Name
Master of Science in Manufacturing Engineering - (M.S.)
Department
Manufacturing Engineering Division
First Advisor
Keith T. O'Brien
Second Advisor
Sanchoy K. Das
Third Advisor
Kevin J. McDermott
Abstract
This thesis analyzed and discussed the implementation of a production control system in a small manufacturing firm. The basic concepts of production control were provided to give insight on the methodologies typically applied in production control systems. Overviews were presented on Material Resource Planning, Capacity Planning, and Shop Floor Control, as well as any supporting methodologies and technologies.
As with any project, some investigation was done in order to choose a system which best suits the company's needs. At Teledyne Adams, The DCD Shop Floor Control System was chosen since it is capable of handling batch manufacturing as well as mass production. Details of how the DCD software works were provided.
The actual implementation process experienced several difficulties. These difficulties arose from the basic problem of lacking the required background in the forementioned methodologies. Also, insufficient training proved to hinder the implementation. Much of the staff required training in production control and computers. As a solution to the problems a plan to educate all involved was proposed. A person's involvement with the system dictated how much training they were to receive.
The thesis provides an excellent background in production control. It was shown that problems occur when any methodologies are implemented in a real situation. Additionally, the importance of commitment by management and patience were stressed in any implementation. At the writing of this thesis the implementation is still in progress. Therefore, the effectiveness of the proposed solution remains to be seen.
Recommended Citation
Pernice, Carmelo, "Implementation of a production planning and control system in a small manufacturing company" (1991). Theses. 2583.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/theses/2583
