Description

Jidoka is a technique to provide machines and operators with the ability to detect when an abnormal condition has occurred and immediately stop the work. Also known as autonomation, meaning "automation with human intelligence", Jidoka is the tool of built-in quality and supports just-in-time production. With an effective Jidoka system in place, companies can ensure that defects are not passed on to the customer, equipment breakdown is prevented and operators can work on multiple machines instead of wasting their time watching them. 

 

Training Information

  1. Introduction to Jidoka
    1. Introduction to Jidoka
    2. Jidoka is one of the two pillars of TPS
    3. Background and history
    4. What is Jidoka?
    5. Jidoka - The tool of built-in quality
    6. Principles of Jidoka
    7. Automation vs. Jidoka
    8. Concept of Jidoka
    9. Benefits of practicing Jidoka
  2. Tools of Jidoka 
    1. Tools of Jidoka
    2. Andon
    3. Andon cord
    4. Fixed-position stop
    5. Poka-yoke
    6. Sensors
  3. Four steps of Jidoka
    1. Four steps of Jidoka
    2. Step 1: Detect the abnormality
    3. Step 2: Stop the equipment or line
    4. Step 3: Fix the immediate condition
    5. Step 4: Investigate root cause and install countermeasure
  4. Developing a Jidoka System
    1. How to identify opportunities for Jidoka
    2. Developing a Jidoka system
    3. Minimizing manual labor
    4. Introduction of mechanization
    5. Automation
    6. Jidoka (Autonomation)
    7. Jidoka summary

Jesus “Jesse” Cano | Trusted Business Advisor, TMAC South Texas

Jesus “Jesse” Cano joined the Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley in 2017. A Rio Grande Valley native, Jesse is passionate about strengthening organizations across South Texas by helping manufacturers, businesses, and public-sector organizations improve performance, develop their workforce, and implement practical solutions that support long-term growth.

Jesse brings nearly 20 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, continuous improvement, and consulting across the Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Aerospace, Manufacturing, and Service sectors. Prior to joining TMAC, he held engineering and technical leadership roles with GE Aviation, GE Power, Superior Energy Services, and Baker Hughes, serving in positions including Design Engineer, Lead Manufacturing Engineer, and Lead Repair Technology Engineer.

Throughout his career, Jesse has led and supported initiatives in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, operational excellence, productivity, quality, New Product Introduction (NPI), process improvement, facility and workflow optimization, and workforce development. Since joining TMAC, he has applied this experience across an even broader range of organizations, including municipalities, educational institutions, manufacturers, and service-based businesses. His work focuses on helping leaders and teams identify opportunities, strengthen processes, build internal capabilities, and turn improvement strategies into measurable results.

Jesse holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas Pan American and has completed extensive professional training and certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, Quality, Project Management, Leadership, Coaching, and Workforce Development. He is a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and remains focused on helping organizations strengthen their people, processes, and capabilities so they can adapt, compete, and grow in an increasingly technology-driven environment.

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