Quality professional with robust experience in ensuring product integrity and compliance. Proven ability to lead teams, implement quality control processes, and adapt to evolving standards. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and focus on continuous improvement to drive successful outcomes. Adept at fostering collaboration and delivering reliable results in dynamic environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operational Quality Control Manager
SFI Health
06.2022 - 08.2024
Familiar with and enforcing of 21 CFR Part 111 cGMP regulations
Creation, routing implementation and enforcement of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
Performed internal company audits and inspections based on cGMP, NSF requirements, and SOPs
Motivated, supported and provided guidance to production staff
Ensured all safety and health standards are met to keep the organization accident-free
Communicated regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production
Evaluated machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime with KPIs
Developed workflow policies and procedures that improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality
Set productivity goals for each manufacturing team
Production Supervisor
SFI Health
09.2016 - 01.2020
Directly supervised personnel which typically includes recommendations for hiring, firing, performance evaluations, training, work allocation, and problem resolution
Oversaw the completion and documentation of work performed by staff; guided and assisted staff as necessary with complex tasks, and performed quality inspections of work as appropriate
Prepared and maintained records on all department activities
Provided input into the development of the operating budget for the assigned area of responsibility; assisted in the monitoring and tracking of expenditures for the department
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing to improve efficiency and eliminate waste
Plant Manager
Pure Ground Ingredients
03.2016 - 09.2016
Planned, organized, directed and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations
Directly responsible for achieving an SQF certification
Coordinated and implemented a preventative maintenance program on existing and new production equipment, including routine calibration
Collected and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime
Committed to all OSHA safety regulations, and held weekly safety tips meetings
Worked directly with contractors, Carson City building inspectors, Carson City Fire Marshal and inspector
Production Supervisor
Vitamin Research Products LLC
05.2010 - 02.2016
Ensured that cGMP/SOP trainings were provided to staff and that all SOPs appropriate to the manufacturing areas are followed at all times
Oversaw the completion and documentation of work performed by staff; guided and assisted staff as necessary with complex tasks, and performed quality inspections of work as appropriate
Entered data into VRP computer system and insured integrity of data entered by team members
Monitored and coordinated the accuracy and timely fulfillment of manufacturing orders
Ensured the correctness of raw materials pulled and weighed out accurately and packaging products had correct labels, capsule counts, and material accuracy for each manufacturing batch record
Kept job descriptions up to date
Warehouse Lead
Vitamin Research Products
07.2006 - 05.2010
Practiced and adhered to all SOPs established for the department
Knew SOPs as they pertained to both my work area and upstream and downstream areas
Practiced and adhered to all Safety and Quality policies and procedures
Ensured all products and/or materials required per batch record were processed in a timely manner to meet the production schedule
Communicated daily with Warehouse Supervisor and Supply Chain Manager regarding operations
Assured accurate inventories of products daily
Assisted in the investigation of quality issues
Maintained a current Forklift Operators Certification card for VRP
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Zurich High School
Lake Zurich, IL
Skills
Experienced team leader and builder
Good working knowledge of processing machinery
Fluent in Spanish
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, at all levels within the organization
Experience with the nutritional supplements, agricultural, and food products industries
Knowledge of cGMP/SOPs
Preventive Actions
Customer Satisfaction
Quality processes
Operational Excellence
Quality Metrics
Documentation Control
Product Inspection
Certification
CPR Certified
H.A.C.C.P Certified
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Achieved ISO certificates through effectively helping with internal audits .
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Achieved 100% turnaround time of reviewing and releasing batch production records by streamlining the process with accuracy and efficiency.
Documented and resolved manufacturing issues which led to a reduction of COPQ.