Otimização do processo produtivo em indústria gráfica por meio de ferramentas da engenharia de produção

Abstract

This study analyzes the production flow of a printing company, identifying the operational bottleneck and proposing an improvement model based on Production Planning and Control (PPC), Theory of Constraints (TOC), and Kanban. The research was conducted through direct observation, interviews, and BPMN process modeling. The diagnosis revealed the offset printing stage as the system’s restrictive resource, responsible for WIP accumulation, delays, and sequencing instability. Based on these findings, a technical proposal was developed involving EDD prioritization, planning zones (Frozen, Slushy, and Free), and visual management through Kanban. The results indicate potential to reduce lead time, organize workflow, and increase operational predictability. Although not practically implemented, the model provides applicable guidelines for printing companies operating under high variability.