Challenge: A burgeoning food manufacturing firm recently welcomed a surge of new customers. Within a month, sales surpassed even the most optimistic projections by an astounding 150-250%. This unexpected success exerted extreme pressure on the production team, resulting in substantial overtime and strained supply chain logistics.
Proposed Solution: To address the increased demand, I proposed a strategic expansion of working hours from 40 to 120 per week. This would involve introducing two additional production shifts and reorganizing the management structure to support a workforce surpassing 90 employees. A careful reassessment of roles, responsibilities, and power distribution was essential for effective management at this scale.
Implementation: Swiftly, I facilitated the recruitment and training of approximately 50 new employees within a week. The organizational architecture was revamped to clarify roles and hierarchies. Management and supervisory staff received targeted training to navigate the expanded operation. Additionally, the Manufacturing Execution System, integrated with Odoo ERP, was upgraded to meet heightened operational requirements.
Result: The company navigated through significant operational shifts, embracing a refined business process model that boosted production capacity. Consequently, the firm not only met increased demand but also improved profit margins way beyond industry averages, showcasing its newfound operational resilience and efficiency.