Implementation of Lean Six Sigma in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing to Reduce Waste

DOI: https://doi.org/10.63345/ijrmp.org.v10.i3.1

Nibedita Bora

Independent Researcher

Dibrugarh, Assam, India

Abstract

Pharmaceutical manufacturing is an industry under constant pressure to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and maintain stringent regulatory compliance. Lean Six Sigma, a synergistic methodology combining the waste elimination principles of Lean and the variation reduction focus of Six Sigma, has emerged as a transformative approach to optimize processes and reduce waste. This manuscript examines the implementation of Lean Six Sigma in pharmaceutical manufacturing, detailing its impact on reducing operational waste, enhancing process efficiency, and ultimately improving product quality. Drawing upon literature up to 2020, this paper presents a comprehensive analysis, including statistical evaluation and a case study-based methodology. The findings indicate that Lean Six Sigma implementation can significantly decrease waste, streamline production processes, and create a culture of continuous improvement. These results highlight both the immediate and long-term benefits for the pharmaceutical industry, offering insights and recommendations for future research and practice.

Keywords

Lean Six Sigma, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Waste Reduction, Process Improvement, Quality Management

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