Overview
Quality Control Operations allow you to define and enforce quality checks at different stages of the production process. When enabled for an operation, operators are required to complete quality checklists at specific points during their work session, ensuring consistent quality standards across all production activities.
Enabling Quality Checks
Accessing the Quality Control Settings
Navigate to the operation you want to configure
Locate the Quality Control section within the operation details
Toggle the "Operation Requires Quality Checks" switch to enable quality checks
When enabled, three types of quality checks become available for configuration:
Pre-Operation Checks
In-Operation Checks
Post-Operation Checks
Types of Quality Checks
Pre-Operation Checks
When they appear: Before an operator can start a work session
Purpose: Verify that all necessary conditions are met before beginning work, such as:
Equipment inspections completed
Materials are correct and available
Lot/Serial Number are collected
Proper tools are present
Safety checks are performed
Operator Experience: When starting a new session, operators will see a "Start Checklist" step in the quality form drawer that must be completed before they can begin production.
In-Operation Checks
When they appear: Periodically during production, triggered at specified intervals
Purpose: Ensure ongoing quality control throughout the production run
Configuration: You can specify how frequently these checks appear by setting the "Every X parts" parameter. For example:
Set to "5" to prompt quality checks every 5 parts produced
Set to "10" to prompt quality checks every 10 parts produced
Operator Experience: When an operator reaches the specified number of completed parts, they will see a "Quality Control Point" step. If multiple intervals have passed (e.g., the operator completed 15 parts but the interval is set to 5 parts), they will be prompted to complete checks for each interval (at 5, 10, and 15 parts).
Post-Operation Checks
When they appear: When an operator is ending their work session
Purpose: Verify completion requirements and document final state, such as:
Final product inspection
Equipment cleanup confirmation
Documentation of any issues encountered
Handoff notes for the next operator
Operator Experience: When ending a session, operators will see an "End Checklist" step in the quality form drawer. If in-operation checks are also configured, operators may need to complete both the quality control points and the end checklist.
Quality Check Field Types
When creating quality checks, you can add various types of fields to collect the necessary information:
Available Field Types
Field Type | Description | Best Used For |
Text | Free-form text input | Notes, comments, serial numbers, descriptions |
Number | Numeric input only | Measurements, counts, temperatures, dimensions |
Dropdown | Single selection from predefined options | Status indicators, pass/fail selections, equipment choices |
Multiselect | Multiple selections from predefined options | Multiple conditions, checklist items that can have multiple states |
Boolean | Yes/No or True/False toggle | Simple confirmations, binary checks |
File | File upload capability | Photos, documents, inspection reports, reference materials |
Field Configuration Options
For each field, you can configure:
Name: The label that appears to operators (required)
Description: Additional context or instructions (optional)
Required: Whether the field must be filled out before proceeding
Validation: Rules for acceptable inputs (available for Text and Number fields)
Validation Options
Text Fields:
Minimum length
Maximum length
Pattern matching (regex)
Number Fields:
Minimum value
Maximum value
Must be an integer
How Quality Checks Appear on the Operator Home Screen
Session Workflow with Quality Checks
Starting a Session
Operator clicks to start a work session from the Operator Home screen
If pre-operation checks are enabled, a drawer opens titled "Quality Control Point"
Progress indicator shows: Session Details → Start Checklist (active)
Operator completes all required fields
Operator clicks "Confirm" to proceed with starting the session
During Production (In-Operation Checks)
Operator works and logs completed parts
When the part count reaches a quality check interval (e.g., every 5 parts), a notification or indicator appears
Operator opens the quality form drawer
Progress indicator shows: Session Details → Quality Control Point (active)
If multiple intervals have passed, a table view displays all intervals requiring inspection
Operator completes checks for each required interval
Previous responses are saved and can be edited if needed
Operator clicks "Confirm" to save and continue production
Ending a Session
Operator initiates the end session process
If in-operation checks were configured and intervals were reached, they appear first
If post-operation checks are enabled, they appear next
Progress indicator shows: End Session → Quality Control Point (if applicable) → End Checklist (active)
Operator completes all required fields
Operator clicks "Confirm" to finalize and end the session
Quality Form Drawer Details
The quality form drawer includes:
Header: Shows "Quality Control Point" and the session identifier (e.g., "Session #42")
Progress Steps: Visual indicator of current position in the workflow
Form Fields: All configured quality check fields for the current step
Confirm Button: Submits the quality check responses and proceeds to the next step
Best Practices
Setting Up Effective Quality Checks
Keep it Focused: Only include checks that are critical for quality and safety
Use Clear Labels: Field names should be immediately understandable to operators
Provide Context: Use descriptions to explain why a check is important or how to perform it
Set Appropriate Intervals: For in-operation checks, balance frequency with operator workflow
Too frequent: Interrupts production flow
Too infrequent: Quality issues may not be caught early
Use the Right Field Type: Match the field type to the data being collected
Make Critical Fields Required: Don't make fields optional if they're essential for quality
Recommended Check Examples
Pre-Operation Checks:
Equipment inspection completed (Boolean)
Material batch number (Text)
Tool calibration verified (Boolean)
Safety equipment present (Multiselect)
In-Operation Checks:
Visual inspection result (Dropdown: Pass/Fail/Needs Review)
Measurement reading (Number with min/max validation)
Defect photo if applicable (File)
Notes on any issues (Text, optional)
Post-Operation Checks:
Final product inspection (Dropdown: Pass/Fail)
Equipment cleaned (Boolean)
Issues encountered (Text, optional)
Total defects found (Number)
Benefits of Quality Control Operations
Consistency: Ensures all operators follow the same quality procedures
Documentation: Creates a permanent record of quality checks performed
Traceability: Links quality data directly to specific work sessions and parts
Early Detection: In-operation checks help catch issues before too many parts are affected
Accountability: Clear record of who performed checks and when
Compliance: Helps meet regulatory and customer quality requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can operators skip quality checks? A: Kind of. When quality checks are enabled for an operation, they are mandatory and must be completed to proceed with the session workflow. But every feild can be not required.
Q: Can I add quality checks to an operation that already has active sessions? A: Yes, but the quality checks will only apply to new sessions started after the checks are configured. Existing active sessions will not be affected.
Q: How do I know if operators are completing quality checks? A: Quality check responses are stored as form responses in the system and can be reviewed through quality reports and analytics.
Q: Can different operations have different quality checks? A: Yes. Quality checks are configured per operation, allowing you to tailor checks to the specific requirements of each operation.
Q: What if I need to change quality checks after they're set up? A: You can modify quality checks at any time. Changes will apply to new sessions started after the modification. Existing sessions will continue using the checks that were configured when they started.
Summary
Quality Control Operations provide a powerful way to ensure consistent quality standards throughout your production process. By strategically placing checks at pre-operation, in-operation, and post-operation stages, you can catch issues early, maintain documentation, and ensure all operators follow the same procedures. The flexible field types and validation options allow you to collect exactly the data you need while keeping the operator experience streamlined and efficient.