ISO-Certified Sorting & Inspection Services: What OEMs Should Expect

In the fast-paced world of automotive manufacturing, quality is non-negotiable. Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Tier 1 suppliers rely heavily on ISO-certified sorting and inspection services to prevent disruptions, ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards, and maintain customer satisfaction.

Core Components OEMs Should Expect

• Certified Inspectors: Trained in visual, dimensional, and functional inspection aligned with IATF 16949 and customer-specific requirements.
• Digital Reporting: Real-time data capture, root cause tagging, and trend tracking across lots or production runs.
• Traceability: Lot control, labeling, serialized tracking, and photo documentation of defect trends.
• Rapid Deployment: Teams capable of 24/7 deployment within hours of a quality escape.

The PTI QCS Advantage

PTI QCS is a trusted partner for sorting and inspection across Michigan. With ISO-certified processes and an on-call workforce of quality professionals, we deliver dependable support to automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.

• ISO 9001:2015 Certified Processes
• ASQ-trained Inspection Supervisors
• Live dashboards and digital reporting tools
• Flexible coverage across Detroit, Sterling Heights, Roseville, and surrounding zones

“In a recent engagement, our PTI QCS team helped a Tier 1 automotive client reduce defect reoccurrence by 73% within 30 days through proper sorting and root cause collaboration.”

Red Flags: What to Avoid

• Uncertified or undocumented inspection protocols
• Manual-only tracking (paper logs without validation)
• Inconsistent defect criteria application
• Lack of traceability or containment verification

How to Select a Qualified Partner

When selecting a third-party inspection company, OEMs should assess:

• ISO Certification (e.g., 9001 or IATF 16949-compliance)
• Response time and local coverage
• Technology use in reporting & traceability
• References from current or past OEM/Tier 1 clients