Andrew Kelly
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Experienced manufacturing professional with six years of industry expertise, including two years in management. Proficient in SAP, RealSPC, and Microsoft Office for operational optimization. Skilled leader with a track record of developing 35 employees across various roles including batching, quality, production, and supervisors. Hands-on experience operating Jones, Krones, Douglas contour, and Crown machinery. Proficient with Videojet labelers, inkjet coders, laser printers, Filtec, and Checkmat. Extensive background in quality control, including managing labs, R.O. water monitoring, and handling allergens, gluten-free, organic, pasteurized, and nitrogen products. Strong documentation practices, SOP creation, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Currently pursuing a degree in Operations Management to enhance expertise and drive organizational success. Committed to fostering team growth and contributing to a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Supervisor
Refresco Beverages
12.2021 - Current
- Direct supervisor for 35 batching and quality technicians.
- Maintained Mettler Toledo, Anton Paar, Zahm Nagel, CMC-KUHNKE and Metrohm equipment.
- Maintained AIB, and SQF, regulatory compliance
- Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
- Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
- Applied coaching techniques and tools to support managers and team members in improving performance.
- Evaluated quality problems and performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues.
Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Refresco Beverages
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted hourly CQP tests for Brix, CO2, TA, and pH, ensuring product quality and consistency.
- Managed R.O. monitoring for Hardness, Iron, Manganese, Conductivity, Alkalinity, Chlorine, pH, TDS, Turbidity, and UV.
- Proficient in operating HPLC, Data tracers, Filtec, Videojet, Inkjet, and Zebra Printers.
- Experience executing C.I.P's, foaming processes, collecting Micro samples, Charm, and ATP swabs.
- Experience working with Allergens, Gluten free, and Kosher products
- Maintained retention library's for standard and organic product types.
Machine Operator
Refresco Beverages
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Operated KHS, Douglas Contour, Crown and Krones machining equipment.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Maintained clean working area through good housekeeping and 5S standards.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ06.2028
High School Diploma -
Pacific View
Oceanside, CA05.2018
Skills
- Team Leadership, guiding teams to achieve objectives and foster collaboration
- Experienced in PCQI ensuring compliance with food safety regulations
- Dedicated to Continuous Improvement, implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and productivity
- Skilled in Lean Manufacturing methodologies, optimizing processes to minimize waste and maximize value
- Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office,
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, effectively conveying ideas and information
Timeline
Quality Supervisor
Refresco Beverages
12.2021 - Current
Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Refresco Beverages
05.2020 - 12.2021
Machine Operator
Refresco Beverages
05.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Operations Management
Arizona State University
High School Diploma -
Pacific View
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