For every product quality is the first requirement that all customer try to find, in Garments product it is not different thing. From customer to customer, Buyers to Buyers everybody asking for maintain quality as per their required criteria. In general quality is the term that the customer asking for or customer requirement on the product. Therefore to satisfy customers' requirement production team must follow the asking standard of the product and a well-defined SOP that is Standard operating procedure must be followed to fulfill their demand on the product. So, garments product quality control is very important.
Here we will describe a step-by-step SOP for sewing quality control, covering key areas such as defect finding & prevention, measurement accuracy, bundle management, and compliance with buyer requirements. Whether you're a quality inspector, production manager, or factory owner, this will help you to improve your quality control processes for better productivity and customer satisfaction.
Initial Quality Inspection
1. Inspectors must review the sample and trim card at the start of each new style.
2. Special attention should be given to SPI (stitches per inch), thread, labels, and the first bundle.
3. The Quality Inspector (QI) must take over the inspection process from the
Quality Controller when a new style begins.
Measurement and Checkpoints
1. Inspectors must be familiar with all measurement checkpoints and be able to explain them clearly when asked.
2. No defective garments should pass through the QI checkpoint. If a defect is found, it should be limited to a single bundle per process.
Bundle Management
1. Bundles must be maintained as per the cutting report.
2. Short or incorrect bundles should not be allowed to pass through the QC
checkpoint.
Inspection Standards
1. Each QI must have a measuring tape readily available at all times.
2. In-process reports must be updated hourly and signed by both the QC and line
supervisor.
3. Any process or size-related errors must be corrected before proceeding
further in production.
Line Display and Organization
1. The sample and trim card for each running style must be displayed clearly on
the production line.
2. Inspectors should ensure that machines are cleaned before the end of each
shift.
3. Every machine must have an oil card to track lubrication.
Washed Garments Handling
1. Washed garments should not be kept in the sewing line.
2. If any washed garments are found in the sewing section, the Output QI and
Line QC must ensure they are handed over to the finishing department.
Buyer Compliance Responsibility
Each Line QC is responsible for ensuring that all buyer requirements are met
within their respective lines.
By following these SOPs, the sewing quality control process can be maintained
effectively, ensuring high standards and reducing defects.
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