Control Plan

When to Activate This Skill

• "Create a control plan for [part/process]"
• "What inspection frequency for [characteristic]?"
• "Define control methods for [operation]"
• "Link PFMEA to control plan"
• "What's the reaction plan for [out-of-spec condition]?"
• "Develop prototype/pre-launch/production control plan"

Control Plan Phases

Prototype Control Plan

• Purpose: Control during prototype build
• Focus: Dimensional measurements, material tests, performance
• Frequency: Often 100% on critical dimensions
• Duration: Until prototype approval