2.3.4 – How to verify Contract Manufacturers without auditing?
Started by Nemo's Friend, Aug 26 2018 02:51 PM
We are a low risk flexible packaging company implementing SQF HACCP Level (previously known as Level 2). We occasionally have contract manufacturers add zippers, slit, print, rework, or package our products. How do we verify that they are compliant with SQF without going in to their facility for an audit if they are not certified in a food safety system?
CFR-111 CMO Compliance for Dietary Supplement Manufacturers
What I learned from AIB auditing
Supplier Approval System for Third-Party Manufacturers of Own Brand Product
Glass Auditing - Pointless Exercise or Critical Control
Defining Contract Manufacturers in the SQF Program
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Tricky to do
But start with a quality evaluation of what you have.. The stuff they do for you.
Your SOP should include the creitia for what your exceptions are for the manufacturer. In the event there not SQF, your going to want to review there 3rd party audit reports too.
Honestly if it were me, I would consider to performing a 2nd party audit if your unsure of there food safety programs and it’s effectivness.
Honestly if it were me, I would consider to performing a 2nd party audit if your unsure of there food safety programs and it’s effectivness.
How many contract manufacturers do you have?
Agree with 2nd party audits and would be based on the outcome of your supplier & material risk assessment.
CFR-111 CMO Compliance for Dietary Supplement Manufacturers
What I learned from AIB auditing
Supplier Approval System for Third-Party Manufacturers of Own Brand Product
Glass Auditing - Pointless Exercise or Critical Control
Defining Contract Manufacturers in the SQF Program
Holding Contract Manufacturers Accountable for Non-Conformances
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