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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Beverly Carter

West Point,MS

Summary

Results-driven Quality Assurance Leader with extensive experience in maintaining ISO 9001 standards. Expertise in analytical testing, product quality control, and project coordination. Proven ability to enhance team development and ensure compliance with safety regulations, driving operational excellence.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Superintendent-Quality

Westlake
07.1998 - 01.2026

Supervised a team of 10 quality lab technicians to ensure optimal lab performance.

Managed the annual budget for the quality department, aligning resources with departmental goals.

Coordinated lab work schedules to maximize efficiency and meet production deadlines.

Implemented maintenance protocols and conducted safety and environmental training for all personnel.

Oversaw personnel development initiatives to enhance skills and promote career growth within the team.

Ensured product quality control measures were adhered to, improving customer satisfaction and product reliability.

Maintained compliance with ISO 9001 standards, facilitating continuous improvement in quality management systems.

Conducted investigations into quality issues for internal and external customers, providing solutions as needed.

Laboratory Supervisor

Westlake
07.1998 - 01.2022

Enhanced lab efficiency by supervising 10 to 12 lab technicians effectively.

Managed comprehensive lab work schedules, ensuring timely approval of employee timecards.

Generated and maintained customer certificates of analyses for all outgoing shipments.

Organized and maintained accessible files for final product data and quality assurance.

Addressed and resolved raw material quality issues promptly as they arose.

Implemented training programs for lab technicians to improve operational procedures and safety protocols.

Conducted regular performance evaluations to ensure high standards of laboratory practices.

Coordinated with quality control to uphold compliance with industry regulations and standards.

Plant Chemist

Gencorp
01.1993 - 07.1998

Ensured production quality by conducting routine testing on all raw materials before usage.

Executed analytical tests to troubleshoot plant issues and address customer complaints effectively.

Maintained laboratory equipment, including Atomic Absorption and Gas Chromatography, ensuring optimal functionality.

Conducted analytical testing to comply with plant safety protocols and EPA regulations.

Documented testing results and maintained comprehensive records for compliance and quality assurance purposes.


Chemist

Southern Ionics, Inc
07.1990 - 01.1993

Performed quality control testing on existing products. Assisted in the development of new products. Maintained all lab equipment and supplies.

Education

Master of Science - Wood Science & Technology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
12-1991

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS
12-1988

Skills

  • Relationship building and management
  • Project coordination
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance

Accomplishments

    Certified Six-Sigma Green Belt

    Certified Lead Internal Auditor for ISO 9000 Program

    Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9000 Program

    Certified First Aid Responder

    Lean Manufacturing 101

    DOT Hazardous Materials Training

    Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulation (49 CFR)

Certification

Certified in First Aid Response

Six-Sigma Green Belt

Lean Manufacturing 101

DOT Hazardous Materials Training

ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor

Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulation (49 CFR)

Timeline

Superintendent-Quality

Westlake
07.1998 - 01.2026

Laboratory Supervisor

Westlake
07.1998 - 01.2022

Plant Chemist

Gencorp
01.1993 - 07.1998

Chemist

Southern Ionics, Inc
07.1990 - 01.1993

Master of Science - Wood Science & Technology

Mississippi State University

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

Mississippi State University