Packaging Material Handling Procedure

Purpose

The purpose of this SOP is to establish guidelines for handling and storing packaging materials in the pharmaceutical warehouse to prevent contamination and ensure product quality.

Scope

This SOP applies to all personnel involved in the handling and storage of packaging materials within the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Warehouse Manager: Overall responsibility for implementing packaging material handling procedures and ensuring compliance.
• Inventory Clerks: Responsible for receiving, inspecting, and storing packaging materials according to SOP.
• Quality Assurance: Responsible for verifying the quality and integrity of packaging materials.
• Operations Team: Responsible for ensuring proper handling and storage practices are followed.

Procedure

1. Receiving and Inspection:
   • Receive incoming packaging materials and verify quantities against delivery documents.
   • Inspect packaging materials for damage, contamination, or defects.
   • Reject and quarantine any packaging materials that do not meet quality standards.
2. Storage and Handling:
   • Store packaging materials in designated areas according to material type and storage requirements.
   • Ensure packaging materials are stored off the floor and away from walls to prevent contamination.
   • Use FIFO (First In, First Out) principles to ensure older materials are used first.
3. Protection from Contamination:
   • Handle packaging materials with clean hands or wear gloves to prevent contamination.
   • Keep packaging materials covered or sealed when not in use to protect from dust, moisture, and other contaminants.
   • Avoid storing packaging materials near chemicals, odorous substances, or other potential sources of contamination.
4. Documentation:
   • Maintain accurate records of packaging material receipts, inspections, and usage.
   • Document any deviations from SOP and corrective actions taken.
   • Ensure that packaging material inventory levels are regularly monitored and updated.

Abbreviations

• SOP: Standard Operating Procedure
• FIFO: First In, First Out

Documents

• Packaging Material Receipt and Inspection Log
• Deviation Report
• Inventory Records

SOP Version

Version 1.0