Special characteristics effective management
Why do special characteristics require special management?
Because they define characteristics that, among other things, determine our safety!
Special characteristics are critical product and process parameters that significantly impact quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing. Managing these characteristics effectively ensures product reliability, customer satisfaction, and adherence to industry standards such as IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements. This training provides a structured approach to identifying, controlling, and monitoring special characteristics throughout product development and production, helping organizations mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
Training Program Highlights
- Introduction to Special Characteristics
- Definitions and importance in the automotive and manufacturing industries
- Industry standards and customer-specific requirements (IATF 16949, AIAG, VDA)
- Identification and Classification of Special Characteristics
- Key symbols and terminology (CC, SC, KPC, KCC)
- Linking special characteristics with risk assessment tools (DFMEA, PFMEA)
- Defining and Documenting Special Characteristics
- Integration with engineering specifications, process controls, and control plans
- Establishing traceability and documentation best practices
- Process Control and Measurement Methods
- Selection of appropriate control and inspection techniques
- Using Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
- Implementing Special Characteristics in Production
- Linking special characteristics to work instructions and operator training
- Error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) techniques for robust process control
- Sustaining and Improving Special Characteristics Management
- Case studies and practical exercises on managing special characteristics
Training objectives
To equip participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively manage special characteristics, ensuring process stability, risk reduction, and compliance with industry and customer requirements.
Target Audience
- Quality Engineers and Managers
- Process and Manufacturing Engineers
- Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) Professionals
- Design and Product Development Teams
- Anyone responsible for risk assessment, process control, and compliance
Participant Benefits
- Clear understanding of special characteristics and their significance
- Improved ability to identify, document, and control critical process parameters
- Enhanced skills in integrating special characteristics with risk management tools
- Practical experience through real-world case studies
Organizational Benefits
- Reduced risk of product failures and non-conformances
- Enhanced compliance with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements
- Improved product quality and reliability
- Strengthened process control and continuous improvement culture
Qualification confirmation
E-certificate
Training duration
1 day x 7 hours
Training price
In order to get an offer please send a request to: contact@qualitywise.pl.
Documents
Terms and conditions you will find here.
Contact
For additional questions, other training dates or a dedicated training offer for your company, please contact Qualitywise®!
