Case Study- High-Speed Paper Lines in South Korea

Transforming a High-Speed Paper Products Plant in South Korea

Background & Context

PacersGlobal partnered with one of South Korea’s largest paper-based product plants. Despite advanced machinery running nearly 2,000 units per minute, frequent breakdowns and inefficiencies forced the company to import 30% of its products from Japan at high costs, often selling at a loss.

The Challenge

Frequent unplanned stops and breakdowns
High scrap, low yield, and expensive maintenance
Reactive culture with low accountability
Limited understanding of system tools

Strategic Actions Taken

✅ Implemented Daily Management Systems and KPI tracking
✅ Built Equipment Ownership System with accountability
✅ Rolled out Autonomous & Productive Maintenance pillars
✅ Strengthened onboarding and refresher training programs

Leadership & Cultural Shift

Prepared leaders for system ownership and proactive decision-making
Reinforced cost-consciousness and structured coaching
Connected teams to outcomes, moving from reactive firefighting to proactive ownership

Results

Lessons Learned & Key Takeaways

Leadership and system understanding are critical
Daily management and meaningful KPIs drive transformation
Equipment ownership + training ensures sustained improvement
Culture must shift from reactive to proactive
Local capability can outperform imports when systems and culture align

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