Anthony Silva
Grand Prairie,Texas
Summary
Seasoned Quality Control Lead able to help companies create high-quality and successful products. Methodical and diligent professional well-versed in managing rigorous inspection schedules and collaborating with leadership to solve production problems.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Team Lead
Niagara Bottling, LLC
10.2022 - Current
- Documented nonconforming material and reported to appropriate team leaders for review and assessment.
- Supported quality control assessments on manufacturing floor.
- Advised and led process improvement team with deliberation, leadership and strategic planning.
- Adapted procedures to mitigate issues and improve deficiencies.
- Prepared reports to dispense information for product teams and compile information supporting long-term company development and success. For example KPI and Ignition reports
Quality Assurance Contract Manufacturing
Niagara Water & Bottling
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Generated detailed reports outlining results and recommendations.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
- Assisted other plants during Aquafina/Dasani commissioning's
- Complete weekly product send outs
- Train incoming QA techs
Quality Control Technician
Niagara Water & Bottling
04.2013 - 07.2022
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Adhered to safety and clean area procedures to comply with company and regulatory mandates.
- Identified and resolved variances to bring products in line with requirements.
- Safeguard customer requirements as well as product quality standards by delivering support.
Supervisor
PLS Financial Services
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Led and audited international subsidiaries and operational processes to mitigate risks.
- Organized system infrastructure documentation and operating procedures, strengthening controls and enhancing overall performance.
- Fostered positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
Warehouse Lead
Niagara Bottling LLC
10.2010 - 04.2013
- Monitored performance and safety practices of 10 person warehouse staff.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
Quality Control Technician/Machine Operator
Fresh Express Salads
01.2005 - 10.2010
- Maintained quality assurance and customer satisfaction objectives.
- Set and monitored product standards, examining samples of raw products and processing tests, to ensure the quality of all finished products.
- Calibrated machines to keep them running at peak performance.
- Operated production equipment safely and efficiently on team of 10 employees.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed production records and identifying hold-ups.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Mountain View College
Dallas, TXSkills
- Packing and scanning
- Materials transportation
- Organization and planning
- Specifications understanding
- Equipment calibration
- Regulatory compliance
- Sampling protocols
Certification
Green belt/lean six sigma
AIB certified
Internal Auditing
PCQI
HACCP
Timeline
Quality Team Lead
Niagara Bottling, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Contract Manufacturing
Niagara Water & Bottling
08.2022 - 10.2022
Supervisor
PLS Financial Services
03.2018 - 07.2019
Quality Control Technician
Niagara Water & Bottling
04.2013 - 07.2022
Warehouse Lead
Niagara Bottling LLC
10.2010 - 04.2013
Quality Control Technician/Machine Operator
Fresh Express Salads
01.2005 - 10.2010
Associate of Arts -
Mountain View College