Contribuições para o arranjo físico: um estudo de caso em uma fábrica de chocolates

Abstract

The chocolate production sector has grown significantly, requiring effective management the physical arrangement of the facilities. This research analyzes the physical arrangement of a chocolates located in Brejo Paraibano, aiming to identify opportunities for improvement and propose recommendations for optimizing production processes. This is a single case study, with a qualitative and descriptive approach, carried out through semi-structured interviews with the factory manager. The results show that, despite an efficient organization in In some aspects, the factory faces significant challenges, such as underutilization of equipment, ergonomic issues and safety concerns, especially in the roasting room. To the Recommendations include reorganizing inventory space, installing a energy backup and training of employees to make better use of equipment. This research contributes to the understanding of the importance of the physical arrangement in the efficiency and safety of operations, offering subsidies for management and research in the production sector of chocolates.