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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Amanda McKone

Altoona,Iowa

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead QA Technician

BG Foods
09.2020 - Current
  • Communicated non-conformances of WIP, Finished Goods, Packaging Materials to other departments. Documented, organized, and follow-up on corrective actions.
  • Communicated with vendors to find a solution to any product packaging issues.
  • Monitored and reviewed first time run of WIP and Finished Goods, Labels, and conduct first time run line reviews
  • Conducted COCs for external manufacturing plants for WIP and Finished Goods
  • Provided training, coaching and mentoring to new members.

QA Technician

BG Foods
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Collected and performed tests for WIP and Finished Goods for product release
  • Performed CCP checks and line reviews.
  • Conducted microbiological swabbing for environmental monitoring, trend swabbing results and monitored the program.
  • Assisted with internal audits, GMP inspections, and verify and validating SOPs.

QA Technician

Moms' Meals
04.2018 - 09.2019
  • Watched for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and ensured methods need of food safety were met
  • Followed HACPP, FDA, and USDA plans with record keeping, weight control, corrective actions, etc.
  • Preformed pre-operational sanitation checks on equipment that had undergone maintenance or sanitation break
  • Collected Listeria swabs of product or equipment for presence of Listeria.

Baker

Hy-Vee
09.2017 - 04.2019
  • Prepared food products to display in the store and for specific customer orders
  • Reviewed current products on the shelf, re-merchandised the shelf, and threw away or recycle products
  • Assist customers by escorting them to the products they are looking for, and writing down order requests.

Culinary Intern /Banquet Staff

Aspen Meadows Resort
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Prepared meals for receptions and banquets according to the hotel standard recipes
  • Ensured all cuisine served to guests follow the guidelines for quantity, quality, appearance, and palatability
  • Assisted the kitchen line during restaurant operating hours.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
05.2017

Associate of Science -

Kishwaukee Community College
Malta, IL
05.2014

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Customer Service
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Written/Verbal Communication
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Food Service
  • Vendor Relations Experience
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Accomplishments

  • HACCP Certified, 2019
  • SQF Certified, 2020
  • PCQI Certified, 2020

Certification

  • HACCP Certification
  • SQF Certification
  • PCQI Certification

Timeline

Lead QA Technician

BG Foods
09.2020 - Current

QA Technician

BG Foods
09.2019 - 09.2020

QA Technician

Moms' Meals
04.2018 - 09.2019

Baker

Hy-Vee
09.2017 - 04.2019

Culinary Intern /Banquet Staff

Aspen Meadows Resort
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Food Science

Iowa State University

Associate of Science -

Kishwaukee Community College
Amanda McKone