Materials Handling Summary

Procedure:

• Verify the part quantity received matches the customer P.O. If quantity is different, notify the customer.
• Obtain and review the itemized drawing to understand the inspection requirements.
• Create the Job Portfolio for the inspection and acquire signature from the Lab Manager.
• Print serial number labels for each part to be inspected. Label information should include: Project number, part number, part revision number (if applicable), serial number, and lot number (if applicable).
• Print the Inspection Checklist and check it off as the inspection progresses.
• Create inspection program (if applicable) and save it to HDH database. Refer to the Program Detail Form for inspection setup and official Program Name.
• After inspection, download and save the inspection results.

Standard Part Handling:

• Wear protective gloves when handling all parts at all times.
• If part needs cleaning prior to inspection, check with he customer for approved cleaning solutions to use on their parts, i.e. Isopropyl Alcohol.
• Part should be handled with care and remain free from damage during fixture setup and throughout the inspection.
• Assign a serial number to each part prior to inspection to ensure full traceability. In the case that the serial number label impedes inspection, the part should be tagged immediately after inspection.
• After part inspection is complete, repackaging should be identical to receiving condition.

Sensitive part/material handling:

• Clean, nitrile gloves are only permitted when handling parts.
• Visually inspect the surface prior to handling to ensure there are no fingerprints or defects present.
• Confirm quantity received before inspection and that it matches the quoted quantity. If quantity does not match, inform Lab Manager for further instructions.
• Never leave parts unattended or keep container open while part is not being inspected.
• Ensure all surfaces that come into contact with parts are clean. (Refer to inspection checklist)
• Prepare serial numbers and correct bags/containers and tags to ensure traceability of each part inspected.
• Bags/containers are to be free of any debris or particles before placing any part into the bag.
• After a part is finished with inspection, place part into serialized bag and seal the bag entirely prior to placing the part into the designated job box for full traceability.

*Notes – For all sensitive part/material inspections, HDH obtains and follows customer specific protocols for approved containers, container preparation, approved cleaning solutions, and pre-dimensional inspection visual inspection standards.

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