As a new consultant, you are assigned the role of establishing engineered time standards for several clients. Select one of the job descriptions below, then determine which method you will propose to determine the standard time for your chosen job. Describe the method, how it should be implemented, and how you will use it to determine a standard time (what information will you need to know or collect?). Then, justify why this choice of method is the best one in this case. You may find it helpful to do a little investigation into this type of work to learn more about the job. State clearly any assumptions you need to make to pinpoint the specifics of the job.
Bicycle shop maintenance tech – responsible for routine maintenance and repair of bicycles brought into the shop.
Short order cook – receives customer food orders at a diner and makes each meal to order in the kitchen.
School custodian – must sweep and mop each classroom in the school over the winter holiday break.
Small engine factory assembler – must assemble a riding lawn mower engine from a dozen components supplied via assembly line.
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