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What is the first piece of information entered into a new log entry for a customer request?

  • Title (correct)
  • Log Number
  • Date Request Received
  • Customer Name

Where should a folder be created to capture customer requests, as specified in the document?

  • S:\Customer\Requests
  • S:\Quality\Customer Requests
  • S:\Quality\Document Control\Quality Agreements (correct)
  • S:\Quality\Document Control\Customer Agreements

Which of the following is an example of the correct folder naming convention for customer compliance requests?

  • SLPlasticSolutions_1116 (correct)
  • SLPlasticSolutions_1017
  • SLPlasticSolutions_001
  • 1116_SLPlasticSolutions

After creating a folder for the customer request, what is the next step to be performed?

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Who is responsible for sending the acknowledgement email to the customer?

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What information is specifically included in the folder created to capture the request?

<p>Customer's name and the log number (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT completed by the Quality Specialist, according to the document?

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What does PPC Requestor indicate in the customer request log entry?

<p>If the request originated from within the company (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which department is responsible for initially receiving and forwarding customer documentation requests to the quality department?

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Who is responsible for the implementation and review of the 'Processing Customer Requests' work instruction?

<p>Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a customer requests a Safety Data Sheet (SDS), to whom does the Technical Sales Department send the request?

<p>To the email address: <code>[email protected]</code> (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which individual is responsible for logging the closure of a customer documentation request?

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Which of these is NOT a type of customer documentation request outlined within the scope of this document?

<p>Purchase Orders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one responsibility of the Quality Specialist related to supplier compliance?

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Which of the following is a customer compliance request specifically mentioned in the provided document?

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Who is responsible for reviewing and approving sales agreements, according to the document?

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What is the correct location to save the PPC statement?

<p>(S:)\Quality\Document Control\Compliance Items In Progress (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document should be sent back to the customer?

<p>Signed PPC statement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After moving the file to the completed folder, what is the next step?

<p>Log the completed request in the Customer Compliance Request Log (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be included when logging the completed request?

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How should proprietary attachments from suppliers be handled?

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Where will the compliance information and PPC statement be moved post-completion?

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Which document outlines the procedure for controlling records?

<p>DMS# 1005 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What change is noted in the revision history?

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What should be done with a previous revision to the agreement in the eQMS?

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Where should the Customer Agreement information be logged?

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What is the minimum record retention requirement for agreements?

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What action is required if customer requirements go beyond the 7 years retention?

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Which document provides guidance on the Change Control Order/Document Approval Process?

<p>DMS# 1027 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective date of the mentioned work instruction?

<p>2/2/2024 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document number corresponds to the Processing Customer Requests Work Instruction?

<p>1560 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role is responsible for reviewing the customer agreement for record retention requirements?

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Which individual is responsible for reviewing results in the agreement process?

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What action is taken if no edits need to be made to the agreement after review?

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What is the timeframe given to receive a response from the customer regarding the redlined agreement?

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Who provides the redlined agreement to the customer?

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If the redlined agreement has not been returned to PPC after 90 days, what is the next step?

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What is required before reproducing or disclosing the proprietary document?

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Which type of agreement is the Quality Specialist involved with during the redlining process?

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What happens if the agreements are approved by all parties involved?

<p>The agreements go into effect. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a folder in the specified directory?

<p>To capture compliance requests and related information (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What initial action is required after creating a folder for customer requests?

<p>Email acknowledgement to the customer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which document should be reviewed to establish the raw materials used in manufacturing?

<p>Certificates of Analyses and Bill of Materials (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Supplier Compliance Log located?

<p>SharePoint\Quality (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if the component part number is not found in the Supplier Compliance Log?

<p>Skip to step 6 of the process (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Quality Specialist request if the finished good part numbers are not stated within the request?

<p>Finished good part numbers associated with the request (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the example format for the Customer Compliance Request Log number?

<p>SLPlasticSolutions_1116 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Quality Specialist access to search for completed work orders?

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Flashcards

Purpose of this work instruction

The primary goal of this document is to provide detailed instructions on how to handle customer requests within Putnam Plastics Corporation.

Scope of this work instruction

This document covers the process of dealing with various customer requests, including documentation and compliance issues.

Responsibilities of Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs

The Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs is in charge of overseeing the implementation and review of this work instruction, including approving Quality Agreements.

Responsibilities of Director of Technical Sales

The Director of Technical Sales is responsible for reviewing and approving sales and non-disclosure agreements.

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Responsibilities of Quality Specialist

The Quality Specialist is responsible for various tasks related to customer documentation requests, including logging, processing, and distributing requests, as well as logging closure and filing records.

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Responsibilities of Technical Sales Department

The Technical Sales Department is responsible for directing customer documentation requests, along with supporting data, to the Quality team via email.

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Customer Compliance requests examples

Customer Compliance requests include inquiries about animal origin, component content, conflict minerals, REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals), and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances).

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Customer documentation requests examples

Customer documentation requests include change notifications, non-disclosure agreements, quality agreements, report cards, safety data sheets, surveys, and forms.

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Who Approves Quality Agreements?

The Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for reviewing and approving agreements, such as Quality Agreements.

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Who Approves Sales Agreements?

The Director of Sales is responsible for reviewing and approving agreements related to sales, such as service agreements, supply agreements, and non-disclosure agreements.

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Who Processes Customer Requests?

The Quality Specialist handles various tasks related to processing customer requests, including logging, processing, and distributing requests.

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What Happens If The Customer Doesn't Respond Within 90 Days?

If the agreement requires edits, the Quality Specialist communicates the redlines to the customer and waits for their response. If no response is received within 90 days, the process moves on to step 9.

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What Are Redlines in Agreements?

The redlines are changes or revisions that need to be made to the agreement to meet the customer's requirements and ensure compliance.

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What Does It Mean For An Agreement To Be Approved 'By All Parties'?

The agreement must be approved by all parties involved in the process to ensure a harmonious business relationship and compliance with all relevant regulations.

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What is the purpose of this work instruction?

A detailed description of the actions to be taken for each step in the process of handling customer requests.

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What is the scope of this work instruction?

This document covers the process for handling customer requests, encompassing the management of documentation, compliance issues, and other requests from customers.

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What is the purpose of creating a folder in the S:\Quality drive?

The Quality Specialist creates a folder in the S:\Quality drive to store all information and documents related to the customer's request. This folder includes the customer's name and the unique request log number.

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What is the purpose of sending an acknowledgement email to the customer?

This step involves sending an email to the customer acknowledging receipt of their request. This email provides confirmation and informs the customer that their request is being processed.

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What is the purpose of forwarding the agreement to relevant parties?

This step involves forwarding the customer's agreement to the appropriate individuals or departments within Putnam Plastics Corporation for review and approval.

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What are the responsibilities of the Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs?

The Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs is responsible for overseeing the implementation and review of this work instruction. They also play a key role in approving Quality Agreements.

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What is the role of the Technical Sales Department in handling customer requests?

The Technical Sales Department is responsible for directing customer documentation requests, along with supporting data, to the Quality team via email.

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What are the responsibilities of the Director of Technical Sales?

The Technical Sales Department is responsible for reviewing and approving sales and non-disclosure agreements.

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What is the first step in handling a Customer Compliance Request?

When a customer requests compliance information, the Quality Specialist must create a unique folder in the S:",

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Who needs to sign the PPC statement?

The customer needs to review and sign the PPC statement before it can be sent to them.

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Where are customer requests moved after they are completed?

The completed customer compliance requests files are moved to a "Closed" folder within the S:",

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What records are filed in the 'Customer Compliance Request Log'?

The 'Customer Compliance Request Log' tracks the entire process of each compliance request and includes details like the request status and date of completion.

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What type of folder is created for each customer compliance request?

A Quality Specialist is responsible for creating a folder in the 'S:",

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What is the initial step after receiving a customer compliance request?

When a new compliance request is received, the initial step involves sending an email to the customer. This email acknowledges receipt and informs them that the Quality Specialist is handling their request.

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Who is responsible for sending the compliance information to the customer?

The Quality Specialist is directly responsible for ensuring the compliance information is appropriately compiled and sent to the customer.

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What information is NOT sent to the customer?

The supplier attachments are considered proprietary information and cannot be shared with the customer. Only the signed PPC statement is sent to them.

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What does "Dispose of" mean in the context of agreement revisions?

When an agreement is revised, the old version is considered 'disposed of' in the eQMS system by marking the disposal date and a note referencing the new agreement record.

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What is the Customer Agreement Log?

The Customer Agreement Log is a document kept in SharePoint that keeps track of customer requests and associated requirements. It serves as a central repository for customer documentation requests.

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What does the Quality Specialist check when reviewing a customer agreement?

The Quality Specialist reviews the agreement for any special requirements regarding record retention beyond the standard 7-year minimum and makes necessary adjustments to the Customer Record Retention List.

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When is a Change Control Order needed?

A Change Control Order (CCO) is used to update the Customer Record Retention List if any specific customer requirements need to be incorporated.

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What is the Quality Specialist's role in handling agreement revisions?

The Quality Specialist is responsible for checking if a revision to a previous agreement has been recorded correctly in the system. They ensure the old agreement is marked as 'disposed of' with the correct details.

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What are some examples of customer requests?

Customer requests can be diverse, including inquiries about product origin, components, compliance regulations like REACH or RoHS, and document requests like safety data sheets or forms.

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Who sends customer documentation requests to the Quality team?

The Technical Sales Department is responsible for forwarding customer documentation requests to the Quality team for processing.

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What is the purpose of the Customer Record Retention List?

The Customer Record Retention List, a central document in the Quality Management System, outlines the retention requirements for different types of customer-related records.

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What is a Customer Compliance Request Log number?

A unique identifier assigned to each customer request, including the customer's name. Example: SLPlasticSolutions_1116.

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Why email the customer?

This step involves sending an email to the customer confirming that their request has been received and is being processed.

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How are raw materials for a request identified?

The information about the raw materials used in the final product is gathered by reviewing Certificates of Analyses and Bills of Materials, and accessing completed work orders.

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What is the 'Supplier Compliance Log'?

This log lists suppliers and contains information about their compliance with Putnam Plastics' standards.

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What happens when reviewing the Supplier Compliance Log?

If the component part number is found in the Supplier Compliance Log, continue to step 5.2. If not, go to step 6.

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How is a customer request marked complete?

Once the agreement is approved by all parties, the Quality Specialist completes the Customer Compliance Request Log and files all the relevant documents in the customer's folder.

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What are redlines in agreement processing?

The redlines are changes or revisions to the agreement that are needed to meet the customer's requirements and ensure compliance. The Quality Specialist sends the redlines to the customer and waits for their response.

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Study Notes

Purpose and Scope

  • This document provides instructions for processing customer requests.
  • The requests include, but are not limited to, change notification agreements, non-disclosure agreements, quality agreements, safety data sheets, surveys, forms, conflict mineral, customer compliance requests, including component content inquiries

Responsibilities

  • Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs: Owns the document, implements, reviews the work instructions, and approves quality agreements
  • Director of Technical Sales: Reviews and approves sales and non-disclosure agreements.
  • Quality Specialist: Logs customer requests, distributes/processes requests, logs closures and maintains records, contacts suppliers for information, updates Supplier Compliance Log.
  • Technical Sales Department: Forwards customer requests and supporting documents to the Quality department via email.
  • Customer Care Representatives: Forwards customer requests and supporting documents to the Quality department via email.

Definitions

  • Refer to DMS #020015 for definitions, acronyms, and terms.

Procedure Overview (Customer Agreement Requests)

  • Input: Customer Agreement Request
  • Step 1: Log request in Customer Compliance Request Log
  • Step 2: Create a folder in the Quality (S:) Drive
  • Step 3: Send acknowledgement to the customer
  • Step 4: Forward agreement to relevant director for review.
  • Step 5: Provide the redlined agreement to the customer.
  • Step 6: Save the approved agreement in PPC's eQMS.
  • Step 7: Log agreement information in the Customer Quality Agreement Log.
  • Step 8: Send completed document to the customer.
  • Step 9: Move the file to the completed folder in the Quality (S:) Drive.
  • Step 10: Log the completed request, attaching emails to the log.
  • Output: Closed Customer Agreement Request and/or Closed Customer Agreement Record

Procedure Overview (Survey and Form Requests)

  • Input: Customer Survey or Form Requests
  • Step 1: Log request in Customer Compliance Request Log.
  • Step 2: Create a folder in the Quality (S:) Drive.
  • Step 3: Acknowledge the request to the customer.
  • Step 4: (If needed) Contact the customer for clarification.
  • Step 5: Save the completed request in PPC's eQMS.
  • Step 6: Send the completed request to the customer.
  • Step 7: Move the file to the completed folder in the Quality (S:) Drive.
  • Step 8: Log the request completion and attach communication to Customer Compliance Request Log.
  • Output: Closed Customer Request

Procedure Overview (Component Compliance Requests)

  • Input: Regulatory or component information request
  • Step 1: Log the request in the Customer Compliance Request Log
  • Step 2: Create a folder in the Quality (S:) Drive.
  • Step 3: Send an acknowledgement to the customer.
  • Step 4: Determine the applicable raw materials
  • Step 5: (If 5P located in the Supplier Compliance Log and compliance statement is current) Log the request in the Supplier Compliance Log and request the statement from the supplier. (If not): Escalate the request.
  • Step 6: (If supplier compliance log missing) Inititate a log entry for the component in the supplier compliance log.
  • Step 7: Ask the vendor for the relevant compliance statement.
  • Step 8: Log supplier's info in the Supplier Compliance Log.
  • Step 9: Draft and send a statement to the customer.
  • Step 10: Save the statement in the Quality (S:) Drive.
  • Step 11: Provide the PPC statement to the customer.
  • Step 12: Move the request to the completed folder.
  • Step 13: Log the completed request to the Customer Compliance Request Log and attach any emails.
  • Output: Completed Compliance Request

General Information and Instructions

  • Customer requests are received and logged.
  • A request is considered closed when an acknowledgement is received or after 24 hours.
  • If further clarification is needed, a new request is created.
  • Records and logs are maintained following company protocols.

External References

  • ISO 13485:2016
  • DMS #020015

Safety Precautions

  • No safety precautions are specifically noted for this work instruction.

Tools Required

  • eQMS (CEBOS)
  • Customer Compliance Request Log (SharePoint)
  • Supplier Compliance Log (SharePoint)
  • File Explorer(S:)Drive\Quality\Document Control
  • Customer Quality Agreement Log (SharePoint)

Internal References

  • DMS #1005 (Control of Records)
  • DMS #1020 (Analysis of Data)
  • DMS #2396 (Customer Record Retention List)
  • DMS #2398 (Handling Storage and Control of Shelf Life Material)
  • DMS #1027 (Change Control Order/Document Approval Process)

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