Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing MSA411048
Who is this course suitable for?
Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing is primarily designed to support the training needs of employees who have or will have leadership responsibilities in an organisation, and will be involved with facilitating the implementation of Lean practices. This qualification is also appropriate for operators who work under minimum supervision, particularly if they are expected to make independent decisions.
Training and Assessment Methodology
Structured around Lean Manufacturing concepts and performed in the workplace this competency based training focuses on learning through real projects that improve the bottom line.
To be awarded a Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing, competency must be achieved in 10 units.
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CM Systems Core Units
At least one of the following units must be chosen
MSACMS400A Implement a competitive manufacturing system
MSACMS401A Ensure process improvements are sustained
MSACMS405A Lead a manufacturing team using a balanced scorecard approach
CM Change / Interpersonal Core Units
The following unit must be chosen
MSACMC410A Lead change in a manufacturing environment
and one of the following must be chosen
MSACMC411A Lead a competitive manufacturing team
MSACMC413A Lead team culture improvement
CM Tools
At least 2 of the following units must be chosen
Efficiency Works recommends
MSACMT440A Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment
MSACMT430A Improve cost factors in work practices
MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools
other units
MSACMT421A Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system
MSACMT423A Monitor a manufacturing leveled pull system
MSACMT432A Analyse manual handling processes
MSACMT441A Facilitate continuous improvement in manufacturing
MSACMT450A Undertake process capability improvements*
MSACMT451A Mistake proof a production process
MSACMT452A Apply Statistics to processes in manufacturing
MSACMT453A Use Six Sigma techniques*
MSACMT460A Use planning software systmes in manufacturing*
MSACMT461A Facilitate SCADA systems in manufacturing team or work area*
MSACMT481A Undertake proactive maintenance analyses
MSACMT482A Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy
MSACMT483A Support proactive maintenance
MSAENV472A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices
For some businesses we also recommend
MSACMS601A Analyse and map a value chain*
MSACMT620A Develop quick changeover procedures
MSACMT631A Undertake value analysis of product cost in terms of customer requirements*
* indicates a prerequisite is required
As an example the Certificate IV in Competitive Manufacturing for a group of Team Leaders in a manufacturing business could be structured like the one below:
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Unit Code |
Unit Title |
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MSACMS400A |
Implement a Competitive Manufacturing System |
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MSACMS401A |
Ensure process improvements are sustained |
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MSACMC410A |
Lead change in a manufacturing environment |
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MSACMC411A |
Lead a competitive manufacturing team |
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MSACMT440A |
Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment |
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MSACMT430A |
Improve Cost Factors in Work Practices |
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MSAPMSUP390A |
Use structured problem solving tools |
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MSACMT421A |
Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system |
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MSACMT451A |
Mistake proof a production process |
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MSACMT620A |
Develop quick changeover procedures |
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MSACMS400A Implement a Competitive Manufacturing System
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed to implement competitive manufacturing practices. Generally, six areas drive competitive manufacturing: productivity, cost, quality, delivery, safety/environment, and morale. In a competitive manufacturing company systems will need to be implemented which drive continuous improvement in all these areas, without one area competing unduly with another. Whereas other units may emphasise the use of one or more tools, this unit emphasises the ability to advance on all six key areas.
MSACMS401A Ensure process improvements are sustained
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed to ensure that the gains which have been made by using improved methods, processes and equipment are sustained as the new base line to the team’s area of work and so prevent regression to former practices. The unit covers ensuring that team members implement the modified processes to make sure the improvements are sustained and opportunities taken to suggest further improvements.
MSACMC410A Lead Change in a Manufacturing environment
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed by people who are given the responsibility of leading change processes in a manufacturing organisation. The change may be occurring in manufacturing or in the support functions of maintenance, office, warehousing etc. In a typical scenario, change from continuous improvement is a constant in a competitive manufacturing organisation. Change can however be more significant, for example, when the move to competitive manufacturing improvement processes are made, or at other times when significant changes such as the introduction of new products, processes or equipment are made. In these circumstances one or more individuals may have a particular role of leading the change and facilitating its implementation. This unit assumes that consultation between management and workers and other relevant personnel has already occurred and the nature and extent of the change has been agreed. This unit does not cover the negotiation of change in a formal industrial relations sense but does cover the skill needed to identify real or potential change implementation issues.
MSACMC411A Lead a competitive manufacturing team
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed by people who lead teams in a competitive manufacturing environment. The team leader will be required to lead and assist team members to understand the holistic nature of their job and the team’s role within the organisation and how the team’s objectives form an integral part of the organisation’s objectives.
MSACMT440A Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment
This unit covers the competencies needed to facilitate and improve the 5S housekeeping environment. People with this competency can lead their team through all aspects of a 5S implementation. This requires decision-making capabilities to determine the appropriate layout for a work area, as well as the ability to develop procedures & monitor progress of the team & to provide positive feedback to maintain the gains made by the team. In a typical scenario, an organisation is implementing or practising a 5S approach to workplace organisation. While 5S places much of the responsibility on team members, team leaders need to support, encourage and facilitate effective 5S in the workplace.
MSAPMSUP390A Use structured problem solving tools
This competency covers the solving of process problems using structured process improvement tools to identify improvements and solve problems. People with this competency are able to identify problems in their work area and use a variety of problem analysis methods to determine the cause. They can help in the process of identifying the best solution to the problem and establish a process to implement the solution. They are also able to communicate their recommendations when the decision-making authority is at a higher level.
MSACMT421A Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system
This unit covers the knowledge and skills required to facilitate the implementation and operation of a Just in Time (JIT)/kanban system in the organisation. The candidate will understand the philosophy of a “pull” system and monitor the effectiveness of the processes that dictate flow of production using key performance indicators. They will be able to identify problems & instigate improvements to the process.
MSACMT430A Improve cost factors in work practices
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate the product or process outcomes of a team in terms of their cost components and to be able to determine in general terms the cost impacts of alternative actions. The students will be able to lead improvement projects and apply Lean manufacturing principles in order to eliminate all forms of waste.
MSACMT432A Analyse manual handling processes
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate manual handling in terms of its efficiency and safety. The team leader will be able to examine the manual handling component of a job and improve it in terms of safety, effort required and efficiency.
MSACMT451A Mistake proof a production process
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed to make changes which prevent errors and/or backsliding of performance. People with this competency are able to apply mistake proofing concepts to eliminate the causes of error and variability found in production processes. They can analyse the process and develop new methods and train operators in the new procedures.
MSACMT482A Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy
This unit covers the knowledge and skills by a maintenance person to assist in the implementation of a proactive maintenance strategy in a manufacturing environment. This unit covers the interaction between the maintenance worker and the operator where appropriate. Typically the organisation would be implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM) or similar strategies. As part of this the maintenance personnel are expected to assist in the implementation by determining appropriate maintenance related schedules and providing assistance to non maintenance personnel to fulfill their role in the TPM or RCM strategy.
MSACMT620A Develop quick changeover procedures
This unit covers the knowledge and skills needed to develop and improve changeovers. This unit applies to the structured development and improvement of changeover procedures. To do this the students will critically analyse the existing changeovers and by applying quick changeover principles, develop improved changeover procedures.
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