OBJECTIVE
To lay down a procedure for operation of bottle labeling machine.
SCOPE
This SOP shall be applicable for bottle labeling machine in packing area in Beta-Lactam production department.
RESPONSIBILITY
The beta-lactam concerned operator is responsible for implementation of the process.
The Beta-Lactam In-Charge is responsible for the execution and compliance of the procedure.
PROCEDURE
- Check that the machine has been cleaned as per its standard cleaning procedure.
- Check for the proper lubrication of all the moving parts and with the aid of oil gun add more lubricant, if need be.
- Ensure that the printed labels to be used have been approved by both the Department In-charge and Q.A. Manager by checking for their signatures on the samples attached to the B.M.R.
- Place the required amount of gum holder and fix it in place. The amount of gum required is decided by operator’s judgment. Fix the rubber roller in place.
- Place the labels in the label holder and turn ‘ON’ the main switch.
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- Load the bottles to be labeled manually, one at a time.
- Push the green button to begin Labeling, stepping on the foot pedal to transfer labels from holder onto the bottles.
- Wipe excess gum from the gum roller using cloth to prevent wetting (hence damaging of the labels) after releasing the foot pedal.
- Adjust the width of the label passage with the aid of a screw driver, if need be.
- To stop labeling push the red button and switch off the main supply.
- Remove any excess labels of a finished batch from the machine and return to the supervisor for reconciliation.
- Remove the gum from the gum holder and clean the machine as per the prescribed procedure.
- All the operation details shall be entered in the equipment usage log book.
ABBREVIATION(s)
Q.A - Quality Assurance
BL - Beta-Lactam
SOP - Standard Operating Procedure
No. - Number
P.D - Production
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