ISO 9001 QMS • Inspection evidence • Export-ready delivery

Documentation Packages

Documentation packs that move parts through receiving: CoC, MTR/heat certs, finishing certs, CTQ dimensional reports, and first‑article packages when required.

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Why documentation matters

Reduce receiving friction and approval delays

Even perfect parts can get delayed at receiving when documents are missing or unclear. SEMIX treats documentation as part of the deliverable—not an afterthought.

  • Clarity — documents are labeled, revision-controlled, and linked to the PO/lot.
  • Completeness — we prepare the package based on your RFQ and PO requirements.
  • Consistency — the same structure is used across repeat orders so receiving is predictable.
  • Indexability — one PO → one indexed evidence pack so documents are easy to audit. Read how the Job Dossier is structured.

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Common documentation deliverables

Certificate of Conformance (CoC)

Statement of conformance to drawing/PO requirements with traceable identifiers (as required).

Material Certification / MTR

Material certificates provided when required by customer specs or PO flow-down.

Dimensional inspection report

Feature-based or full layout reporting depending on your requirements and CTQs.

Finishing certificates

When finishing is specified (anodize, plating, passivation, etc.), we can include supporting certificates as required.

Document bundles that survive receiving

Global receiving teams do not want “a pile of PDFs.” They want a clean bundle where revision control is obvious, certificates are traceable to the shipped lot, and inspection evidence is easy to find. SEMIX organizes documentation so your team can approve parts faster and spend less time requesting missing items.

  • Single bundle per shipment with a consistent index (what is included, what revision, what lot).
  • Traceability links between CoC, material certificates, finish certificates, and inspection records.
  • Clear file naming so engineering, quality, and receiving teams can find items without opening every PDF.
Common documentation deliverables and when to request them
Deliverable When it is typically requested What it proves / why it matters
Certificate of Conformance (CoC) Most POs (especially for export programs) Confirms parts were built to the specified revision and requirements.
Material certificate (MTR / heat cert) When material traceability is required Links the shipped lot to a certified material source and grade/condition.
Finish / special process certificate Anodize, passivation, plating, coating, heat treat (when applicable) Confirms external processes meet the specified standard and lot traceability.
Dimensional inspection report When receiving requires evidence for CTQs or first-time builds Shows measurement results for defined characteristics using an agreed method.
CMM report Complex GD&T, positional tolerances, or approval packages Provides geometry verification aligned to datums and GD&T intent.
First‑article layout / ballooned drawing Approval-driven programs, new part introduction Ensures characteristic accountability and reduces interpretation risk.
Packing / labeling checklist Kitting, assemblies, or multi-part shipments Reduces receiving touch time and prevents mix-ups.

How to specify documentation in your RFQ/PO (simple language)

Documentation requirements are most effective when they are written as a checklist in the RFQ or PO. If you are unsure what you need, start with a basic bundle and expand only where CTQ risk requires it.

  • Required documents: CoC + MTR (if needed) + finish certs (if any) + inspection report level.
  • Characteristic scope: which dimensions/GD&T need reporting (CTQs vs full layout).
  • Format: PDF is standard; if you need a specific template, attach it to the RFQ.

Digital traceability and record retention

For global teams, record retention reduces future qualification work. Document bundles can be structured so repeat orders reference prior approvals, and changes are tracked by revision—not by memory.

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Bundle index

Document index & traceability map (recommended)

A simple index page at the front of the documentation bundle prevents the most common receiving friction: “Which certificate matches this lot?” A traceability map makes compliance and record keeping easier for global teams.

Example traceability map (one shipment / one part number)
Item Identifier Linked evidence Notes
Part Part Number + Revision + Lot CoC, inspection report Defines what was built and what shipped
Material Heat / batch number (from MTR) MTR / heat cert Shows certified grade/condition for the shipped lot
Special process Process lot / cert number Finish certificate Defines standard/spec and traceability when finishing is used
Inspection Report ID + date Dimensional report / CMM report Shows how CTQs were verified

Approval packages vs repeat production

  • Approval (first-time builds): include full characteristic accountability where required (layout/balloon), plus measurement method notes.
  • Repeat production: focus on CTQs and the evidence your receiving team actually uses; keep bundles consistent across shipments.

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First article

First‑article support and approval packages

Many engineering teams need first‑article evidence before releasing production. SEMIX can support first‑article style packages based on your required format.

  • Ballooned drawing for measurement traceability.
  • Measurement records for critical features and required characteristics.
  • Photographic evidence when requested (e.g., markings, packaging, special features).

Important: Tell us your first‑article expectations in the RFQ stage so we can plan measurement time and reporting format.

RFQ checklist

What to specify

PO/RFQ checklist for documentation

To receive the right documents without delay, specify the following:

  • Drawing revision and any referenced specs.
  • Required documents (CoC, MTR, inspection report, first-article package, finishing certificate).
  • Inspection scope (CTQs vs full layout) and sample size.
  • Packaging requirements (labeling, kitting, serial numbers, clean handling).

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Example PO language (clear, short, enforceable)

If you need your internal teams to receive parts without rework or email back‑and‑forth, the PO should state documentation expectations explicitly. Here is a simple structure you can adapt:

Documentation required with shipment:
1) Certificate of Conformance referencing PO number and drawing revision
2) Material certificate (MTR/heat cert) for the shipped lot
3) Dimensional inspection: report CTQs listed on drawing (or attached KC list)
4) Special process certificates: [anodize/passivation/plating/heat treat] per drawing notes
5) Packaging/labeling per attached instructions (if applicable)

File naming that scales (recommended)

Consistent file naming makes it easier for engineering, quality, and receiving to locate evidence. A simple convention:

[PO]_[PartNumber]_[Revision]_[Lot]_[DocumentType].pdf

Example:
PO12345_ABC-001_RevC_Lot01_CoC.pdf
PO12345_ABC-001_RevC_Lot01_MTR.pdf
PO12345_ABC-001_RevC_Lot01_CMMReport.pdf