Reoperate

verbStandard termProduction

The act of returning a piece of machinery or a production line back into active service after a shutdown.

Reoperating a system involves running through startup procedures, clearing any lockout tags, and verifying that all safety and operational parameters are met. This happens after maintenance, a prolonged idle period, or a line stoppage due to a fault. It requires coordination between maintenance crews and operators to ensure the equipment cycles correctly without producing scrap.

Heard on the job

Maintenance cleared the jam on conveyor three, so go ahead and reoperate the line.