Shift schedules created automatically
NFC terminal, card or PIN – clock in within seconds
Time off & absences managed digitally
Mobile app with time clock & offline mode
Overtime & surcharges calculated automatically
Legally compliant time tracking for manufacturing
Manufacturing and production companies face the same challenges every day: complex shift models, manual payroll preparation, lack of overtime transparency and time-consuming absence management. TimeTrack solves these with a legally compliant all-in-one solution for time tracking, automated scheduling and seamless ERP integration – built for manufacturing businesses from 20 employees upwards.
Manual rotas cost HR teams hours every week – and are prone to errors. TimeTrack’s automatic shift planner creates schedules at the click of a button: employees are assigned to shifts based on their skills, availability and shift model (morning, afternoon, night).
Working time calculations follow directly from the schedule – including automatic calculation of night, Sunday and public holiday surcharges. All attendance times are documented without gaps.
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In manufacturing, fast and reliable clocking directly on the shop floor is essential. TimeTrack offers three ways to record time:
All clock-ins are synced in real time and automatically posted to the employee’s time account. Monthly balance reports can be exported as PDF with one click – ready for payroll handover.
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With the TimeTrack Mobile App, employees have all relevant information on their smartphone at any time. The app shows at a glance:
Team leaders see in real time who is clocked in and where capacity is needed.
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Vacation requests by paper or email lead to errors in shift planning. With TimeTrack, employees request time off directly in the app, managers approve or decline with one click.
Especially relevant for manufacturing:
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| TASK | PUNCH CARD / SEPARATE TOOLS | TIMETRACK – ALL IN ONE |
|---|---|---|
| Shift planning | Manual in Excel – error-prone | ✅ Automatic AI-powered scheduling |
| Time recording | Punch card or paper – no real-time overview | ✅ Terminal, mobile app or browser – in real time |
| Surcharge calculation | Manual in payroll | ✅ Night, Sunday & public holiday surcharges automatic |
| Time off & absences | By email or paper – no data exchange | ✅ Digital requests, approvals & visible in shift plan |
| Payroll preparation | Manual export from multiple sources | ✅ Automatic transfer to DATEV, SAP & more |
| Legal compliance | Hard to prove, audit risk | ✅ Fully compliant, audit-proof records |
| Reports & analytics | Data from multiple sources | ✅ Centralised reports at the click of a button |
| Cost & effort | Multiple tools, multiple vendors | ✅ One package, one vendor, one support |
What are the benefits for employers?
Employers no longer need to worry about lost documents or inaccurate records. TimeTrack documents everything precisely and stores all data securely on a cloud-based server – accessible anytime, from any device.
Which licence includes the features needed for manufacturing companies?
The automatic scheduler is available in the Gold licence. It includes shift planning, surcharge calculation and all features relevant for manufacturing and production businesses.
What are the benefits of digital time tracking systems?
Digital time tracking systems store all relevant data in one place – eliminating paperwork entirely. TimeTrack also covers all legally required regulations for working time recording, including compliance with applicable labour laws.
How do employees clock in on the shop floor?
Employees clock in at the time tracking terminal via NFC tag, keycard or PIN – in seconds. Alternatively, they can use the mobile app or browser. All data is synced in real time and automatically posted to the employee’s time account.