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Q: What does a low OEE rate in production mean?

A low OEE rate means that production is inefficient—there are frequent downtimes, drops in productivity, or quality issues. This results in wasted time, higher costs, and untapped potential of both machines and employees.

Q: How long should on-the-job training last for a new employee?

The duration of on-the-job training for a new employee depends on the nature of the position. For straightforward processes, it may take as little as a few days. It is worth noting that, in on-the-job training, it usually takes significantly less time to acquire the required competencies than with traditional onboarding methods.

Q: On-the-job training – what does it involve in a manufacturing facility?

In a manufacturing facility, on-the-job training involves learning by performing practical tasks at the workstation. Employees acquire skills under the supervision of an experienced mentor. On-the-job training is often supported by digital tools that provide access to knowledge and track progress.

Q: How to measure the effectiveness of on-the-job training (KPIs)?

The effectiveness of on-the-job training can be measured at two levels. The first is the onboarding process—the time it takes to acquire competencies and the level of those competencies as measured against the competency matrix. The second level is job performance—in this case, the number of errors and the quality of work indicate whether the training was effective.