Brian Gahan
Poway,CA
Summary
Resourceful Quality Assurance associate well-versed in batch reconciliation, as well as lab testing. Skillful in training quality assurance staff, evaluating performance and improving procedures. Team-oriented and results-focused with years of experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
Natural Alternatives International
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Monitored QA procedures for adherence by employees, notifying personnel of non-compliance issues.
- Prepared reports to communicate results of quality inspection activities to management through batch reconciliation.
- Fostered culture of analytical thinking and precision to diagnose quality issues.
- Supplied quality control data for regulatory submissions to support corrective actions.
- Collected, labeled and stored 1000s of lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
- Conducted daily internal audits in compliance with cGMP standards.
Quality Assurance Specialist
Manna
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Supervised manufacturing team.
- Collaborated with management to discuss effective plans for resolving major quality problems.
- Inspected, removed and replaced malfunctioning equipment to minimize workflow disruptions.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Performed ATP & cGMP practice.
- Consulted with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
- Reorganized and revised standard operating procedures to streamline processes and improve communication and collaboration.
- Conducted thorough daily audits of manufacturing processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced defects.
- Mentored junior QA specialists, fostering culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema and Television Arts Concentration: Editing
California State University
Fullerton, CA06.2019
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Non-compliance Assessments
- Documentation and Reporting
- Finished Product Inspection
- Attentive and Observant
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Risk Management
- Materials Testing
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
Natural Alternatives International
09.2022 - 03.2024
Quality Assurance Specialist
Manna
03.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Cinema and Television Arts Concentration: Editing
California State University
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