1. This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Learn More.
Dismiss Notice
You must be a registered member in order to post messages and view/download attached files in this forum.
Click here to register.

8.7.1.4 & 8.7.1.5 control of rework/repaired product

Discussion in 'IATF 16949:2016 - Automotive Quality Systems' started by Carlee Gruizinga, May 6, 2025 at 3:11 PM.

  1. Carlee Gruizinga

    Carlee Gruizinga Member

    Joined:
    Oct 18, 2021
    Messages:
    21
    Likes Received:
    9
    Trophy Points:
    2
    Location:
    Portage, MI
    Good morning,

    How do you define rework and repair? We wanted to make sure that we are defining these terms correctly and meeting what others do in industry. On of our customers has updated their requirements were we must notify/receive approval from them prior to starting rework.

    Thank you!!
    -Carlee
     
    Carlee Gruizinga, May 6, 2025 at 3:11 PM
    #1
  2. Miner

    Miner Moderator Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jul 30, 2015
    Messages:
    657
    Likes Received:
    566
    Trophy Points:
    92
    Location:
    Greater Milwaukee USA
    IATF definitions:
    • REWORK is an action taken on nonconforming product to make it conform to requirements. A product may be nonconforming at any point within the process.
    • REPAIR is an action taken on nonconforming product to make it acceptable for use. It may not conform to requirements. A product may be repaired at any point in the process. Repairs are higher risk than rework.

    There are several good discussions on this on our sister forum. More recent discussion.
     
    Last edited: May 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
    Miner, May 6, 2025 at 3:26 PM
    #2
    Bev D and Andy Nichols like this.
  3. qmr1976

    qmr1976 Well-Known Member

    Joined:
    Jun 17, 2019
    Messages:
    191
    Likes Received:
    97
    Trophy Points:
    27
    We define rework more like re-processing of part to where it has to be introduced back into production but still meets customer specifications. Any work performed on the part that would be outside of customer specifications generally requires some sort of deviation and can be considered repair. We very rarely do any type of repair on our products, and generally only refer to rework as reprocessing to avoid having to request customer approval.
     
    qmr1976, May 6, 2025 at 4:08 PM
    #3
    Bev D likes this.
  4. Andy Nichols

    Andy Nichols Moderator Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jul 30, 2015
    Messages:
    5,425
    Likes Received:
    2,696
    Trophy Points:
    112
    Location:
    In the "Rust Belt"
    Hi Carlee!

    To give a concrete example:

    A hole produced in a component is found undersize may be reworked (processed again) to make the hole the correct size to the specification.

    A hole produced in a component is found oversize may be repaired by adding a filler "plug" of material and the hole reprocessed to the correct size.

    One has more "risk" associated with it (for various reasons) and the customer needs to be aware and know the method chosen closely controlled and approved.
     
    Andy Nichols, May 6, 2025 at 4:25 PM
    #4
    Bev D likes this.
  5. Bev D

    Bev D Moderator Staff Member

    Joined:
    Jul 30, 2015
    Messages:
    673
    Likes Received:
    731
    Trophy Points:
    92
    Location:
    Maine
    In aerospace at least Andy’s definition is the best. But each industry has its own spin.
     
    Bev D, May 9, 2025 at 6:55 PM
    #5
    Andy Nichols likes this.