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Bianca Alvarez

Chicago,IL

Summary

I'm also well trained in the red zone

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Inspector

Ferrara Candy
02.2020 - 07.2024
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
  • Repaired faults, reassembled products, and completed additional tests.
  • Weighed products prior to shipment to confirm accuracy.
  • Operated and maintained testing equipment.
  • Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
  • Updated quality control records and reports.
  • Provided technical support to production personnel.
  • Utilized quality control software to track and analyze product data.
  • Examined products for imperfections and defects.
  • Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.

Quality Assurance Inspector

Assemblers
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Oversaw maintenance, calibration and control of inspection, measuring and all test equipment.
  • Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Oversaw machine operation and assembly personnel for compliance and adequacy.
  • Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
  • Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
  • Removed imperfect products from shipment line.
  • Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
  • Compared colors, shapes, textures and grades of products and materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.
  • Utilized Software to assist with inspections, manufacturing and measuring equipment.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
  • Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.

Quality Assurance Inspector

Ramarc Meats
06.2014 - 08.2016
  • Created and achieved product quality objectives and met product specifications.
  • Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
  • Developed reports and materials for key stakeholders related to quality goals, progress and challenges.
  • Used SQL, Test Director and TestBench to assist with completing projects.
  • Fixed identified issues to improve workflows.
  • Examined events in application log management and monitoring tool to identify root causes for failures.
  • Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies.
  • Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
  • Oversaw machine operation and assembly personnel for compliance and adequacy.
  • Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
  • Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
  • Tested Product or Service for function and accuracy and verified final product configuration met engineering specifications.
  • Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
  • Compared colors, shapes, textures and grades of products and materials with color charts, templates, or samples to verify conformance to standards.

Scanning Coordinator

Fairplay Finer Foods
09.2010 - 06.2014
  • Confirmed accurate price changes and prepared and printed daily price download for full visibility.
  • Kept records of production, tracked returned goods and took down and replaced new shelf tags.
  • Sorted, logged and distributed price change paperwork, labels and tags and guided other team members in ordering and receiving tags.
  • Stocked and reset demo carts and confirmed closeout of stocking and scanning tasks.
  • Researched scan error sheets and not-on-file sheets promptly, corrected errors found and kept log of manual retail price changes.
  • Operated pallet jack to pull and push pallets and instructed team members in safe use.
  • Executed correct signage placement in each aisle and department and replaced missing signs before store opening.

Data Entry Clerk

Daley College
09.2006 - 09.2010
  • Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Resolved discrepancies in data entry activities for accurate, complete jobs.
  • Verified accuracy of data entered into system to produce error-free reports.
  • Communicated with supervisors and colleagues to process data quickly and resolve discrepancies.
  • Verified data files prior to entry to maintain high data accuracy.
  • Searched, extracted and interpreted information to determine correct input procedure.
  • Maintained files, records, and chronologies of entry activities.

Education

None - General

Richland College
Lincoln, IL

Skills

  • Specifications reading
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Employee Supervision
  • Product Inspection
  • Audit Coordination
  • Materials Testing
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Visual Inspection
  • Sampling procedures
  • Inspections and reviews
  • Test equipment operation
  • Safety Protocols
  • Inspection procedures
  • Quality Control

Timeline

Quality Control Inspector

Ferrara Candy
02.2020 - 07.2024

Quality Assurance Inspector

Assemblers
08.2016 - 05.2019

Quality Assurance Inspector

Ramarc Meats
06.2014 - 08.2016

Scanning Coordinator

Fairplay Finer Foods
09.2010 - 06.2014

Data Entry Clerk

Daley College
09.2006 - 09.2010

None - General

Richland College
Bianca Alvarez