Amanda Herr
Millerstown,PA
Summary
Determined Quality Assurance Specialist with dedication to quality and accuracy. Familiar with handling multiple projects in highly competitive environments. Solid interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. QA Specialist
The Hershey Company
05.2017 - Current
- Working in multiple manufacturing facilities as the liaison between quality assurance and manufacturing
- Inspect, verify and document quantifiable characteristics of finished goods by comparing against customer specifications and company quality standards
- Conduct internal process and product audits to support Product Excellence Program (PEP)
- Educate employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards
- Managed and mentored one direct report with daily quality and regulatory tasks
- Monitor product standards and quality-control programs.
- Collaborate with management to provide training on improved processes and assisted with creation and maintenance of quality training.
- Halt production line in case of major non-compliance of specifications, standards or quality discovered during inspection process.
Research Assistant
The Hershey Company
08.2009 - 05.2017
- Worked in a laboratory to perform quality testing of samples
- Daily responsibilities included review of incoming ingredient COAs against quality standards and adherence to specifications
- Also performed sample preparation and analyses including ICPMS, SEM, and other specialized instruments
- Gained experience in training new employees in analytical analyses.
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Quality Laboratory Technician
Nestle Purina
03.2007 - 08.2009
- Worked in quality laboratory to perform routine analyses
- Was active in developing methods and creating training documents.
Education
MBA -
06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
05.2006
Skills
- Inspect equipment during line cleans, after maintenance work, and before start-up
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments
- Familiar with following analytical methods, Standard Operating Procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices
- Familiar with GFSI and SQF standards and regulations
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, PCM, QIMS2, and Sharepoint
- Trained in HACCP, PCQI, and Good Manufacturing Practices
- Complete periodic line checks to determine compliance with product specifications
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and coordination skills
- Sound Decision-Making Abilities
Subgroups
- WCD policy & program
- Food Safety Culture
- New Employee Orientation
- PBC Subgroup
- Cadbury Paste Expansion Project
Timeline
Sr. QA Specialist - The Hershey Company
05.2017 - Current
Research Assistant - The Hershey Company
08.2009 - 05.2017
Quality Laboratory Technician - Nestle Purina
03.2007 - 08.2009
University of Phoenix - MBA,
Lebanon Valley College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
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