Course Title: Quality Assurance and Compliance in Flexible Packaging Industries

     

    Course Duration: 2 Days

    Course Objectives: By the end of the course, participants will:
    1. Understand the quality assurance (QA) and its principle in flexible packaging.
    2. Clear concept on QC and QA
    3. Learn about key regulatory and compliance requirements in the industry.
    4. Identify common defects and quality issues in flexible packaging.
    5. Explore best practices for all SOP in industries floor.
    6. Gain insights into continuous improvement strategies and industry best practices.

    Target Audience:

    • Quality Assurance & Quality Control Professionals
    • Production & Manufacturing Managers
    • Packaging Engineers
    • Compliance & Regulatory Officers
    • Supply Chain & Procurement Professionals
    • R&D and Product Development Teams
    • Anyone involved in flexible packaging manufacturing and compliance

    Course Outline

    Day 1: Quality Assurance & Compliance in Flexible Packaging

    Session 1: Introduction to Flexible Packaging & QA

    • Overview of flexible packaging industry
    • Importance of quality assurance and quality control in packaging
    • Key components of a QA system

    Session 2: Industry Standards and Regulatory Compliance

    • Global packaging regulations (FDA, EU, ISO, BRC, etc.)
    • Environmental and sustainability compliance (recycling, biodegradable materials)
    • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in flexible packaging

    Session 3: Common Quality Issues in Flexible Packaging

    • Material defects (film, laminates, coatings)
    • Printing defects (color variation, misregistration, smudging)
    • Adhesion & sealing issues (poor bonding, delamination)
    • Contamination risks and prevention

    Session 4: Quality Control and Testing Methods

    • Visual inspection techniques
    • Physical and mechanical tests (tensile strength, tear resistance)
    • Barrier property tests (moisture, oxygen permeability)
    • Seal integrity and leakage tests

    Day 2: Advanced QA Techniques, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

    Session 5: Risk Management & Defect Prevention

    • Root cause analysis of defects
    • Implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
    • Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

    Session 6: Supplier and Raw Material Quality Management

    • Supplier qualification and auditing
    • Raw material testing and specifications
    • Ensuring traceability and documentation

    Session 7: Process Control & Automation in QA

    • Real-time monitoring in packaging production
    • Use of AI, IoT, and digital tools for QA
    • Statistical Process Control (SPC) in packaging

    Session 8: Continuous Improvement & Case Studies

    • Lean Six Sigma in quality management
    • Case studies of quality issues and solutions
    • Final assessment and Q&A

    Training Methodology:

    • Interactive presentations
    • Case studies and real-world examples
    • Hands-on testing demonstrations
    • Group discussions and problem-solving activities