Changeover SMED Verification

Inspection template for verifying SMED changeover performance, including external and internal step timing, standard work adherence, and readiness for quick changeovers.

Inspection Details

• Equipment / line identified
  Record the machine, line, or process being inspected.
• Changeover date and start time recorded
  Capture the date and time when the changeover inspection began.
• Product / SKU change documented
  Record the outgoing and incoming product, SKU, or tooling change.
• Inspector name and shift recorded
  Identify the inspector and the shift or crew performing the changeover.
• Reference standard work or changeover SOP available
  Confirm the current standard work, setup sheet, or SOP is available at the point of use.

Pre-Changeover Readiness

• Materials, tooling, and parts staged externally before downtime
  Confirm all required materials, tools, dies, fixtures, labels, and consumables were staged before the machine stopped.
• Correct tooling and change parts verified against the next run
  Verify the tooling, change parts, and settings match the incoming product or job order.
• Required gauges, torque tools, and measuring devices available and calibrated
  Confirm required measurement tools are present and within calibration or verification status.
• Area clear of obstructions and ready for quick changeover
  Check that aisles, access points, and work surfaces are clear to support rapid setup and safe movement.
• Safety controls planned for the changeover
  Confirm lockout-tagout, machine stop, guarding, and any required PPE are planned and available before internal work begins.

External Step Verification

• External setup tasks completed before machine stop
  Verify tasks that can be done while the machine is running were completed before downtime began.
• External step time recorded
  Record the total time spent on external setup activities.
• External step sequence followed in standard order
  Confirm external tasks were performed in the documented sequence to reduce delays and missed steps.
• Pre-kitted parts and tools labeled and organized
  Verify parts, tools, and change components were pre-kitted and clearly identified for the next run.

Internal Step Timing and Execution

• Internal changeover start time recorded
  Capture the time when the machine stopped and internal changeover work began.
• Internal step time recorded
  Record the total internal changeover time from stop to restart readiness.
• Internal steps completed without unnecessary motion or waiting
  Verify the team minimized walking, searching, waiting, and rework during the internal changeover.
• Tooling, guides, and fixtures installed correctly on first attempt
  Confirm the changeover components were installed correctly without repeated adjustment or trial-and-error.
• Restart readiness achieved within target changeover time
  Confirm the equipment reached restart-ready condition within the site or line target for quick changeover.

Standard Work Adherence

• Observed sequence matched approved standard work
  Verify the actual changeover sequence matched the approved standard work or setup checklist.
• Required checks completed at each step
  Confirm required verification points, such as alignment, torque, settings, and guards, were completed.
• Deviations from standard work documented
  Record whether any deviation occurred and whether it was approved and documented.

Results and Improvement Opportunities

• Total changeover time recorded
  Record the total elapsed time from changeover start to restart-ready condition.
• Non-conformances or deficiencies identified
  Summarize any deficiencies, delays, or non-conformances observed during the changeover.
• Improvement actions assigned
  Document corrective actions, owners, and due dates for changeover improvement opportunities.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector signs to confirm the verification is complete and accurate.