How to Set Up the Shop Floor Module in Odoo 19 (Enterprise)

Overview

The Shop Floor module in Odoo 19 Enterprise provides a tablet-optimized interface for operators to process work orders on the production floor. Instead of using the standard backend, operators see a streamlined view with step-by-step instructions, quality checks, and real-time production data. Note: this module is available in Odoo Enterprise only.

Prerequisites

• Odoo 19 Enterprise with Manufacturing module
• Work orders enabled in Manufacturing settings
• BOMs configured with routing operations
• Tablets or touchscreen displays on the shop floor

Step 1: Install Shop Floor

Navigate to Apps and search for Shop Floor (technical name: mrp_workorder or shop floor related modules). Install the module.

Step 2: Configure Work Centers for Shop Floor

Each work center that operators will use on the shop floor needs proper configuration:

• Navigate to Manufacturing > Configuration > Work Centers
• Ensure each work center has a clear name and code visible on tablets
• Set the working hours calendar to match actual shift schedules
• Configure per-product capacity for accurate scheduling

Step 3: Create Detailed Routing Operations

The shop floor interface displays operations step by step. On your BOMs, create detailed operations:

• Name each operation clearly (e.g., "Cut Material", "Weld Frame", "Paint Surface")
• Assign the correct work center
• Set expected cycle times for progress tracking
• Add operation descriptions with detailed instructions for operators

Step 4: Add Work Instructions

For each routing operation, add detailed instructions that operators will see on their tablets:

• Use the description field for text-based instructions
• Attach PDF documents, images, or diagrams to the operation
• Reference quality specifications and safety procedures

Step 5: Access the Shop Floor Interface

The shop floor application provides a dedicated view:

• Navigate to the Shop Floor application from the main menu
• Select the work center to view its queue of work orders
• Each work order shows the product, quantity, and current step

Step 6: Process Work Orders

Operators interact with work orders through the tablet interface:

1. Select a work order from the queue
2. Click Start to begin the timer for the operation
3. Follow the step-by-step instructions displayed
4. Complete any quality checks embedded in the operation
5. Record the quantity produced
6. Click Done to complete the operation and move to the next step

Step 7: Quality Integration

If the Quality module is installed, quality checks appear directly in the shop floor interface:

• Pass/fail checks at specific operation steps
• Measurement checks with tolerance validation
• Photo capture for visual documentation
• Failed checks trigger quality alerts without leaving the shop floor view

Step 8: Monitor Production

Supervisors can monitor production from the shop floor dashboard:

• View active work orders across all work centers
• Track progress — planned vs. actual production quantities
• Identify blocked work orders and bottlenecks
• Review OEE metrics per work center

Community Edition Alternative

Odoo Community does not include the Shop Floor module. Use the standard backend work order interface:

• Navigate to Manufacturing > Operations > Work Orders
• Process work orders from the list or Kanban view
• The functionality is the same but without the tablet-optimized UI

Best Practices

• Mount tablets or touchscreens at each work center for easy operator access
• Write clear, concise operation instructions with visual aids
• Configure quality checks at critical process steps, not every operation
• Train operators on the tablet interface before going live
• Use the dashboard to identify and resolve production bottlenecks daily