Manufacturing Gemba Walk Checklistst.pdf

Gemba walk

1. MANUFACTURING
GEMBA WALK
CHECKLIST
Define the purpose and focus area of the walk
Review previous Gemba Walk notes
Check action items in a "pending" status
Bring notepad and camera (if permitted)
Wear appropriate PPE
Are all safety procedures being followed?
Is proper PPE being worn by all staff?
Are emergency exits clear and accessible?
Are workstations clean and organized?
Is there adequate lighting and ventilation?
Are machines operating correctly?
Check maintenance logs and schedules
Note any unplanned downtime patterns
Observe machine setup
Check changeover processes
Observe the process flow from start to finish
Note any non-value-added activities
Identify any bottlenecks or constraints
Check if SOPs are being followed
Observe material handling and transport methods
Note any waiting time between process steps
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Pre-Walk Preparation Safety & Environment
Process Observation Equipment & Maintenance
Speak with operators about challenges they face
Ask about improvement ideas from frontline staff
Check if team members understand their metrics
Observe team communication
Note any problem-solving patterns
Review defect rates and quality metrics
Check quality control processes
Check inspection points
Observe how defects are identified and addressed
Quality Check People Engagement
Follow-Up Actions
Document observations and insights
Identify improvement opportunities
Assign action items with ownership and timelines
Schedule follow-up to review progress