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Brandy Pursell

Fulton,KY

Summary

Results-driven Quality Assurance Technician at Tyson Foods with expertise in root-cause analysis and defect tracking. Proven ability to enhance product quality through rigorous testing procedures and effective collaboration. Skilled in documentation and committed to continuous improvement, fostering a culture of excellence while reducing customer complaints significantly.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance Technician

Tyson Foods
Union City, TN
05.2024 - Current
  • Conducted root cause analyses for identified defects, implementing preventive measures to minimize recurrence rates.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in regular team meetings and sharing insights about potential areas of improvement.
  • Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to Type specifications.
  • Reduced customer complaints with proactive identification of potential issues during routine testing procedures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive quality control strategies, ensuring optimal product performance.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all quality-related activities, facilitating easy access to records when needed.
  • Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
  • Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications, and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
  • Provided training on quality assurance best practices for new employees, fostering a culture of excellence within the organization.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in the manufacturing process.
  • Assisted in external audits, showcasing company''s commitment to maintaining high-quality standards throughout its operations.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to identify trends in data that indicated potential areas requiring attention or modification within the manufacturing process.
  • Increased overall product reliability through diligent monitoring of equipment calibration and maintenance schedules.

Knife Room Attendant

Tyson Foods
Union City, TN
08.2022 - 05.2024

Keep count on all knives on the floor.

Cleaned sharpened and replaced knives.

DSI

Tyson Foods
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Quality Assurance Analyst

Tyson Foods
Union City, TN
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies.
  • Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
  • Reported progress, test metrics and results to project stakeholders.
  • Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.
  • Streamlined QA processes for increased efficiency and reduced time spent on redundant tasks.

Quality Control Inspector

NACC
06.2020 - 04.2021
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
  • Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.

Quality Control Inspector

MTD
Martin, TN
06.2016 - 04.2020

Test drove mowers.

Trouble shot issues and tried to resolve them.

Kept records of day to day activities

Air Traffic Controller

Army
Ft Campbell TN
02.2000 - 09.2004
  • Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe management of aircraft.
  • Controlled arrivals and departures and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
  • Maintained clear communication with pilots, ground crews, and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.
  • Provided accurate weather updates to pilots, enabling informed decisions regarding flight paths and potential hazards.
  • Implemented contingency plans during emergency situations to minimize risks while maintaining efficient air traffic management practices.

Education

High School Diploma -

West View High School
Martin, TN
05.1999

Skills

  • Testing procedures
  • Auditing
  • Lab equipment maintenance
  • Equipment inspection
  • Calibration standards
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Calibration
  • Documentation skills
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Performance testing
  • Manual testing
  • Equipment calibration
  • Line checking
  • Shipment inspection
  • Functional testing
  • Testing protocols
  • Safety protocols
  • Routing inspections
  • Customer focus
  • Samples comparison
  • Test case development
  • Production scheduling
  • Regression testing
  • Test planning
  • Quality assurance requirements
  • Operations management
  • Defect tracking
  • Quality management systems
  • Data analysis

Timeline

Quality Assurance Technician

Tyson Foods
05.2024 - Current

Knife Room Attendant

Tyson Foods
08.2022 - 05.2024

DSI

Tyson Foods
04.2021 - 08.2022

Quality Assurance Analyst

Tyson Foods
04.2021 - 08.2022

Quality Control Inspector

NACC
06.2020 - 04.2021

Quality Control Inspector

MTD
06.2016 - 04.2020

Air Traffic Controller

Army
02.2000 - 09.2004

High School Diploma -

West View High School
Brandy Pursell