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LA SOP 9-2 Product Labeling and Date Coding Checklist

by Ashutosh Naliapara, from the Community

Comprehensive SOP checklist to control product labeling and date coding for multiple retail lines, including Costco, Bento Express, and Trader Joes. Covers calculating Best If Used By and Sell By dates, setting up date guns and coding printers, verifying labels at first runs and roll changes, and performing spot checks during and after production. Includes guidance on documenting non conformance, reporting to supervisors, placing affected packs on hold, reprinting labels, repacking, and verifying corrective actions with photo evidence and sign offs by QA or supervisors.

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LA SOP 9-2 Product Labeling and Date Coding Checklist

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