When Toyota was ready to introduce the Highlander, the assembly shop at their manufacturing plant in Indiana required some retooling to accommodate the new model. The existing chassis line needed to be demolished and completely replaced. The frame line needed partial replacement and its remaining areas modified for re-use. We are honored that Toyota chose LG Fox to provide the project management and labor to complete this project.
Our experience and attention to schedule management proved to be a valuable asset to this project. We developed an efficient daily schedule for the preparation that took place during the three months prior to shut down, and an hourly schedule for operations during shutdown. In addition, we developed new methods of relocation to compress lead-time. These time-saving strategies allowed us to have the line back in production three days ahead of schedule.
At the project’s peak, we managed 150 on-site contractors. Utilizing Kamishibai for sharing daily information, and weekly look-ahead schedules to forecast workload, we were able to complete the project without any safety, quality, or schedule issues from subcontractors.
LG Fox has performed like a top contractor every time I have used them. The support they offer is not matched by other contractors.
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