Smelting Plant Boosts Efficiency, Cuts Risks with New Shift Plan
Circadian Case Study: Major Smelting Plant - Solution: Avert Labor Unrest, Reduce Rework and Waste, and Improve Worker Safety and Performance
After a prolonged labor dispute, a major smelting plant turned to Circadian Technologies to resolve issues over shift scheduling.
The company faced pressure from employees advocating for 12-hour shifts to gain more time off, but management was concerned about increased health risks from prolonged exposure to hazardous materials.
Circadian facilitated a compromise using a mix of 8 and 12-hour shifts, which resulted in a 24% reduction in scrap and rework, a 33% decrease in toxic exposure, and a 6% increase in overall productivity. This new schedule not only addressed labor concerns but also significantly improved operational efficiency and safety.
