Question

Which is not a characteristic of Lean production: 1. There are frequent, small deliveries 2. Suppliers are treated as partners to develop win-win improvements 3. Workers are viewed like machinery, needed to get the job done, nothing more 4. A pull system is the ideal method for material flow (versus push system)

Answer 1

Answer:

The incorrect statement is number (3): Workers are viewed like machinery, needed to get the job done, nothing more.

Explanation:

Lean production or Lean Manufacturing is a method of work organization that focuses on the continuous improvement and optimization of the production system by eliminating waste and all activities that do not add any value to the process. Its main purpose is to minimize the losses that arise in any manufacturing process and implement only those resources that are relevant.

Lean production aims to boost employees' efficiency not necessarily automating their duties.