Casandra Ruiz
Acworth,GA
Summary
Detail-oriented quality control professional with expertise in manufacturing, packaging, and food safety. Specializes in inspections, testing, and regulatory compliance while ensuring product integrity. Leads teams and implements continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing and USDA-regulated environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Clerk
Pacorini Global Services
Savannah, Georgia
07.2026 - 11.2026
- Evaluate food processing and storage operations to ensure quality standards are met.
- Inspected plant and warehouse operations to ensure compliance with government regulations and quality standards.
- Prepared, collected, and analyzed information for compliance audits, serving as primary contact for auditors.
- Prepare monthly safety, security, and quality metrics (KPIs) and distribute this information to all department managers for review.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy and compliance with established guidelines.
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Maintain inventory accuracy and integrity through routine cycle and stock audits
- Processed customer orders promptly and accurately.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Utilized computer software programs to create reports, labels, forms.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
Quality Control Technician
Coregistics
Acworth, GA
01.2023 - 06.2026
- Monitored product quality throughout production runs, identifying defects and coordinating corrective actions with production staff.
- Monitored product quality during production runs, identified defects, and coordinated corrective actions with production staff to uphold standards.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of inspections, test results, and quality records for audits and USDA compliance.
- Supported food safety initiatives by implementing allergen control measures, verifying sanitation practices, and ensuring adherence to GMP protocols.
- Delivered training to new hires and existing staff on USDA compliance, allergen management, sanitation procedures, and documentation practices.
- Collaborated with supervisors and line leads to maintain accuracy, consistency, and efficiency in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Quality Control / Line Lead
Elanders
Acworth, GA
10.2021 - 12.2022
- Promoted through multiple roles including Production Worker, Machine Operator, and Quality Control before advancing to Line Lead.
- Oversaw quality assurance processes in food packaging operations, ensuring HACCP compliance and adherence to USDA and FDA standards.
- Supervised teams and led training sessions on food safety protocols, allergen control procedures, and USDA documentation requirements.
- Conducted root cause analysis for quality issues, implementing corrective actions that enhanced product integrity.
- Earned recognition for leadership and attention to detail, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
Production Associate
Inalfa
Acworth, GA
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Operated within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment to assemble and inspect roof systems and components.
- Executed standardized work instructions to maintain accuracy, efficiency, and safety in production.
- Performed visual and manual inspections to detect defects and uphold customer specifications.
- Showed reliability and adaptability by actively participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Etowah High School
Woodstock, GASkills
- USDA compliance
- Food safety compliance
- GMP compliance
- - Allergen Management & Control
- Quality assurance
- Compliance Auditing
- Audit preparedness
- Process optimization
- Team leadership
- Bilingual communication
Personal Information
Title: Quality Assurance Specialist
Languages
Title: Quality Assurance Specialist
Timeline
Quality Assurance Clerk
Pacorini Global Services
07.2026 - 11.2026
Quality Control Technician
Coregistics
01.2023 - 06.2026
Quality Control / Line Lead
Elanders
10.2021 - 12.2022
Production Associate
Inalfa
08.2019 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Etowah High School