Pre-Production Trial Run Audit

Inspection template for verifying trial run readiness before production launch, including capability, measurement system analysis, tooling, first-piece approval, and operator training.

Audit Details

• Trial run scope and part number match the approved launch plan
• Audit date and line/cell identification recorded
• Inspector and process owner present for the audit
• Trial run lot quantity completed

Process Capability

• Key output characteristic meets target capability requirement
• Process run completed at planned cycle time without unplanned stops
• Defect rate within launch acceptance limit
• Special characteristics verified against control plan

Measurement System Analysis

• Measurement system study completed for critical gauges
• Gage R&R result acceptable for critical measurement
• Calibration status of inspection devices current
• Measurement method and acceptance criteria communicated to operators

Tooling and Equipment Readiness

• Tooling installed, secured, and verified against setup sheet
• Tool wear, damage, or abnormal condition observed
• Machine guards, interlocks, and emergency stops functional
• Required maintenance or changeover tasks completed and signed off

First Piece Approval

• First-piece sample meets drawing and specification requirements
• Dimensional inspection completed and recorded for first piece
• First-piece approval signed by quality and production authority

Operator Training and Readiness

• Assigned operators completed process-specific training
• Operators can explain critical process parameters and defect response actions
• Required PPE and safe work practices reviewed with operators