The Manufacturing Process Flow Diagram details the granular activity-level steps that must be completed from when raw materials arrive at the manufacturing facility until they are transformed into finished goods. Companies in all manufacturing industries are constantly looking for ways to improve their processes to achieve continuous improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma, Total Quality Management, Just-in-Time Production, and so on). Manufacturing Process Flow Diagrams are many tools that can assist organizations in optimizing their manufacturing processes. Manufacturing processes typically adhere to strict rules or guidelines to transform raw materials into a high-quality finished product. Any deviation from standard manufacturing processes can result in machine failure, extended lead times, or excessive scrap rates.
