quality control procedure

[ˈkwɒlɪti kənˈtroʊl prəˈsɛdʒər]
nounfemininepl: quality control procedures / procedimentos de controle de qualidade
procedimento de controle de qualidade
1. A systematic process or set of steps implemented to ensure that products or services meet established standards and specifications
The manufacturing plant implemented a strict quality control procedure to reduce defects.
A planta de fabricação implementou um procedimento rigoroso de controle de qualidade para reduzir defeitos.
2. A documented method used to inspect, test, and verify the quality of goods before distribution or delivery
Our quality control procedure includes multiple inspection checkpoints throughout production.
Nosso procedimento de controle de qualidade inclui vários pontos de inspeção ao longo da produção.
3. A standardized protocol that establishes criteria for acceptable performance and defines corrective actions when standards are not met
The quality control procedure requires daily testing of all batch samples.
O procedimento de controle de qualidade exige testes diários de todas as amostras de lotes.
In Brazilian industry, quality control procedures are increasingly formalized, particularly in automotive, pharmaceutical, and food processing sectors. Companies often reference ISO 9001 standards. The term is used extensively in manufacturing contexts and is essential for companies exporting to international markets. In the USA, QC procedures are deeply embedded in manufacturing culture and are non-negotiable for product liability and consumer safety reasons.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
QC procedurequality assurance processquality inspection methodquality management procedureinspection protocol
Antonyms / Antônimos
quality negligenceuncontrolled productionabsence of standards

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
procedimento de controle de qualidade
Standard term used across Brazil in manufacturing and industrial contexts
São Paulo
procedimento de controle de qualidade / procedimento QC
Commonly used in industrial hubs; QC abbreviation is frequently used
Rio de Janeiro
procedimento de controle de qualidade
Standard usage in oil and petrochemical industries
Portugal
procedimento de controlo de qualidade
Uses 'controlo' instead of 'controle'; same meaning and context

Related Words

quality assuranceinspection standardscompliance testingdefect detectionproduct specificationISO standardsstatistical process control

Related Idioms & Phrases

to pass quality control
to fail quality control
quality control checkpoint
meet quality control standards
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