---
title: "Workstation Job Card Dashboard User Manual"
space: "Manufacturing"
url: "https://support.aakvatech.com/Manufacturing-workstation -job card -dashboard- user -manual"
updated: "2026-07-22"
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# Workstation Job Card Dashboard User Manual

## 1. Overview
The **Workstation Job Card Dashboard** in ERPNext provides an intuitive interface to manage and track job cards assigned to workstations. It offers real-time updates on job statuses, raw material requirements, and operational timelines.

## 2. Key Features
- **Real-Time Job Card Tracking:** View ongoing and pending jobs with detailed progress.
- **Timer Integration:** Live countdown timer for in-progress job cards.
- **Material Request Functionality:** Initiate material requests directly from the dashboard.
- **Expandable Sections:** View detailed job card information on demand.
- **Interactive UI:** Buttons to start and complete job cards seamlessly.

## 3. Pre-Requisites
Before using the Workstation Job Card Dashboard, ensure the following:
- **Job Cards are Created** for relevant work orders.
- **Workstations are Configured** with valid working hours.
- **User Roles and Permissions** are correctly assigned.
- **Manufacturing Module is Enabled** in ERPNext.

## 4. Step-by-Step Usage
### Step 1: Accessing the Job Card Dashboard
1. Navigate to **Manufacturing > Workstations**.
2. Open the desired workstation.
3. The **Workstation Dashboard** section will display job cards.

### Step 2: Understanding the Job Card Dashboard
Each job card entry contains:
- **Operation & Production Item** (with collapse/expand functionality).
- **Job Card and Work Order Links** for quick navigation.
- **Live Timer** to track ongoing jobs.
- **Status Indicator** (color-coded for quick recognition).
- **Quantity Progress Bar** showing manufacturing progress.

### Step 3: Managing Job Cards
- **Start a Job:** Click the **Start** button on a job card.
- **Complete a Job:** Click the **Complete** button and enter the completed quantity.
- **Make a Material Request:** Click the **Material Request** button to request required raw materials.

### Step 4: Viewing Raw Materials
- Expand a job card by clicking the **collapse indicator**.
- Raw materials are displayed in a structured table with:
  - Item Code & Name
  - Source Warehouse
  - UOM
  - Required & Transferred Quantities

## 5. Script Customizations
### Customizing the Timer Functionality
- Modify the `prepare_timer()` function to adjust timing calculations.
- Adjust `updateStopwatch()` to display time format differently.

### Enhancing Material Requests
- Update `make_material_request()` to integrate additional workflow steps.
- Allow auto-approval of material requests based on conditions.

### Modifying Status Colors
- Change the color scheme inside `get_status_color()` for better visualization.

## 6. Troubleshooting (Common Errors and Resolutions)
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|-------|-------|----------|
| Job Card does not appear | Job Card not assigned to Workstation | Ensure the job card references the correct workstation |
| Timer is not updating | JavaScript error or missing function calls | Verify `prepare_timer()` is properly called |
| Material Request button missing | No raw materials required for the job | Ensure the job requires materials before requesting |

## 7. User Roles and Permissions
### Roles Available:
- **Manufacturing User:** Can view and manage job cards.
- **System Manager:** Can configure dashboard settings.
- **Warehouse Manager:** Can approve material requests.

### Permissions Matrix
| Action | Manufacturing User | System Manager | Warehouse Manager |
|--------|-------------------|---------------|-----------------|
| View Job Cards | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Start/Complete Jobs | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Request Materials | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Configure Dashboard | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |

## 8. Key Notes
- Job cards must be properly assigned to workstations for visibility.
- Ensure manufacturing users have correct roles to start and complete jobs.
- Timers update automatically but require proper JavaScript execution.
- Periodically review workstation configurations for optimization.

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This manual serves as a comprehensive guide for using the **Workstation Job Card Dashboard** efficiently. For additional support, contact your **ERPNext Administrator** or refer to **Frappe Documentation**.