Shop Manager
Workstation Monitoring, Job Tracking, Material Logistics and Quality Control
Shop Manager provides browser-based access throughout the shop to simplify production and improve efficiency. By replacing paper reports with a dynamic data interface, it reduces errors, improves communication and keeps parts moving efficiently.
What Is Shop Manager?
Shop Manager is a suite of modular tools designed to manage workstation monitoring, production progress, part offloading, inventory logistics and quality control across the shop floor.
It tracks job status in real time throughout the facility to support informed management decisions. The system is hosted onsite for secure shopwide communications and enables teams to access live production data through web-based interfaces.
Shop Manager Core Capabilities
Shop Manager focuses on real-time shop floor visibility, mobile logistics control, quality tracking and workforce management.
Color Offload
Color Offload provides paperless visual control for part offloading and tracking.
Key Features:
Transforms complex nests into interactive, color-coded graphics.
Enables fast and accurate part identification during unloading.
Allows operators to reject parts with real-time feedback.
Supports swapping sheets and applying custom color rules.
Automatically updates scheduling and inventory data.
Integrates with Shop Floor Data Capture and Load Manager.
Shop Floor Feedback
Shop Floor Feedback delivers a real-time dashboard for production feedback across each operation.
Key Features:
Combines machine run cycles, operator time and attendance into one system.
Provides clear visibility of job progress and production statistics.
Tracks inventory levels, worker checkpoints and productivity data.
Records non-conformances and rejected parts.
Supports workstation-level labels and QR/barcode tracking.
Provides a central application for operation and process assignments.
Data Hub
Data Hub provides real-time visibility across production metrics and operational data.
Key Features:
Offers dashboards accessible on any web browser device.
Allows secure access control by group or individual.
Enables tracking of win-loss ratios, markup and production pipeline.
Monitors material usage, uptime and sheet counts per machine.
Displays scrap percentage, cut times and program data.
Shows work orders, jobs, quotes, inventory and deliveries in one place.
Inventory
The Inventory module enables shop floor logistics through mobile devices.
Key Features:
Operates on mobile devices and tablets.
Supports barcode scanning for paperless workflow.
Tracks remnant material.
Transfers stock between locations.
Delivers cut list materials to the correct workstation.
Receiving
Receiving provides mobile access for shipment intake and inventory booking.
Key Features:
Simplifies receiving shipments on mobile devices.
Automatically updates MRP/ERP data.
Allows receiving against purchase orders.
Records material location and heat number.
Creates Goods Received Notes.
Shipping
Shipping enables mobile control at the point of dispatch.
Key Features:
Simplifies shipment processing on mobile devices.
Automatically updates the SigmaNEST database.
Tracks outgoing shipments.
Creates shipping notes and packing slips.
Supports delivery division based on package weight limits.
Adds accurate shipping weight and price.
Quality Manager
Quality Manager enables logging and management of shop floor non-conformances.
Key Features:
Supports ISO9001 quality certification processes.
Logs non-conformance reports (NCRs).
Stores notes, documents, pictures and change history.
Creates Corrective Action/Preventative Action (CAPA) plans.
Links CAPAs to related NCR records.
Shop Clock
Shop Clock provides integrated time and labour management.
Key Features:
Allows employees to clock in and out for shifts and breaks.
Enables management to assign shifts and work calendars.
Exports time punch logs in CSV format.
Supports import into payroll software.
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Frequently asked questions about Shop Manager
Shop Manager is used to monitor workstations, track jobs, manage material logistics and control quality processes across the shop floor. It replaces manual paper reporting with browser-based, real-time production visibility.
Yes. Shop Manager tracks job status in real time throughout the shop, allowing management to view current production progress, machine data and operational updates instantly.
Yes. Modules such as Inventory, Receiving and Shipping operate on mobile devices and tablets, supporting barcode scanning and paperless workflows directly on the shop floor.
The Quality Manager module allows users to log non-conformance reports, store documentation and create CAPA plans to address recurring issues. It supports structured quality tracking and documentation processes.
Yes. Color Offload automatically updates scheduling and inventory data and integrates with Shop Floor Data Capture and Load Manager, maintaining connected workflows across production.
The Receiving module simplifies booking materials into inventory while updating MRP/ERP data. The Shipping module manages outgoing shipments, creates documentation and updates the SigmaNEST database automatically.
Yes. Shop Clock allows employees to clock in and out, while management can configure shifts and export time punch data for payroll processing.
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