ShopPulse (Operator Dashboard) Driven Job Tracking

Job Tracking in MachineMetrics delivers real-time visibility into work order execution by synchronizing ERP job data, operator activity, and machine performance. It enables manufacturers to track work order progress, validate labor inputs, and align actual production with planned schedules.

This capability is essential for:

• Tracking labor and production for costing and compliance

• Capturing scrap and runtime per operation

• Monitoring work order progress and bottlenecks

• Enabling ERP-integrated labor ticketing

• Supporting schedule adherence and capacity planning

Job Tracking includes integrated Clock In/Clock Out functionality to track operator shift duration and labor tickets directly in ShopPulse—eliminating the need for separate systems or kiosks.

Feature Availability

How It Works

Job Tracking integrates three essential data sources:

1. ERP Work Orders: Job and operation data synced from your ERP (e.g., work order number, operations, routings, parts).

2. Operator Input: Operators log into ShopPulse, start jobs, and submit labor tickets with real-time validation.

3. Machine Data: MachineMetrics automatically tracks cycle time, part counts, and downtime per job.

Clock In/Clock Out Integration

MachineMetrics automatically captures clock-in and clock-out activity during operator sign-in and sign-out from ShopPulse. Time entries are validated and used to:

• Calculate total shift duration

• Tie labor tickets to jobs

• Reconcile attendance and time-in-shop with ERP data

A bi-directional ERP connection allows direct syncing of labor tickets and clock events for payroll and costing analysis. This functionality works out-of-the-box with our Infor Visual and Epicor Kinetic ERP connectors. Custom integrations can be made available for other ERP connectors and external payroll systems like Paylocity or ADP.

How to Use It

Operator Workflow

1. Operator logs into ShopPulse (MachineMetrics’ Operator Dashboard)

2. System checks and records Clock In at sign-in

3. Operator selects and starts job from the machine’s queue

4. MachineMetrics captures part counts and runtime automatically

5. Operator enters scrap (if any) and ends job with a labor ticket

6. Operator Signs Out, prompting Clock Out and submission of any open labor tickets

Supervisor or Manager View

• Use the Production Schedule to view active and upcoming jobs across machines

• Monitor individual operator clock-in/out status

• Use the Schedule Attainment Dashboard to track how closely production is aligning with the planned schedule and to identify at-risk operations

Tips, Examples & Best Practices

• Ensure job naming conventions are consistent for operator clarity

• Use clock-in data to validate labor costs and identify production inefficiencies

• Combine Job Tracking with MachineMetrics’ clock in/out functionality to generate timecard-ready data for payroll systems via custom integration (e.g., ADP, Paylocity)

FAQs & Troubleshooting

Q: Can I use Job Tracking without an ERP?

A: No. Job Tracking requires structured work order and operation data from your ERP or other systems where work order data is located.

Q: What if an operator forgets to clock out?

A: Labor ticket reconciliation prompts operators to submit open work and ensures shifts are closed properly.

Q: Can we split time between multiple jobs?

A: Not within the same active session, but operators can switch jobs to isolate labor time by task.

Related Articles

• [Operator Dashboard (ShopPulse)]

• [Schedule Intelligence]

• [ERP Data Studio]

• [Clock In/Clock Out Overview]

• [Labor Ticketing and Payroll Integrations]