Chelsea Rodriguez

• Inspected incoming and finished materials for defects, deviations, and specification compliance.
• Approved/Rejected materials/parts through ERP system Syteline and Docutrack
• Used Calipers, Micrometers, Hand and digital gauges to verify blueprints and GD&T measurements.
• Inspected shocks/struts by SOP.
• Recorded all data in tracking forms in Excel.
• Used basic CMM.

• Quality Control Specialist/Coordinator

- Performed testing on experimentals by chemical engineers using test assurance methods in QC Lab.

- Hand recorded testing data and calculations in ISO forms and Uploaded results into SAP system.

- Provided in process results to engineers when needed.

- Verified daily that production labels were accurate and up to corporate standards.

- Received new labels through shipping at warehouse, added onto inventory and organized designated label room to make labels easy to find, and keep track of.

- Checked label quantity to be used for production the day before and placed revised and counted labels out on the production floor to make it easier to start production and to help manage the imbalances in previous label inventory.

- Created Batch Production Records for EPA, GMP and FDA Regulated Products and for In Process Experimental Products.

- Performed daily verification of Batch Codes and Lot Codes pre production to ensure both were accurate for the product run and compliant with ISO 9001 standards.

- Helped increase production efficiency by communicating and coordinating with production and quality teams to identify areas for improvement.

- Participated in external/internal audits.

- Created COAs for saleable and Experimental products when requested by Vendors and Engineers.

- Weekly reportings to Quality Manager to improve efficiency and determine best course of action.

• Document Control Coordinator

- Created documents for Production Operational Procedures, Standard Operational Procedures and One Point Lessons dedicated to instructing employees.

- Coordinated with team members to improve efficiency and timing for document submission and approval to make the release process smoother.

- Entered and maintained physical records of multiple trainings including monthly safety trainings and New Hire Onboarding.

- Kept physical records of multiple trainings.

- Assigned Monthly Safety Trainings to employees.

• Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in timely manner.
• Performed hourly and quarterly visual and pressure/thermal inspections on glass bottles being produced, and notified production and documented my results.
• Performed tests using an optical comparator, hand gauges, and digital gauges.
• Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
• Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
• Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
• Streamlined inspection process, resulting in quicker identification of defects and faster corrective actions.
• Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
• Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
• Completed precise measurements using special tools.

• Enhanced communication by accurately interpreting and translating complex legal documents for Spanish-speaking clients.
• Contributed to increased client satisfaction by providing effective language support during important meetings.
• Streamlined workflow for colleagues by efficiently managing multiple interpretation projects simultaneously.
• Supported successful business negotiations with international partners through precise simultaneous interpretation services.
• Developed comprehensive glossary of industry-specific terms to improve translation accuracy and consistency across projects.
• Facilitated clear communication between healthcare providers and patients, bridging language barriers for optimal care delivery.
• Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
• Developed and maintained glossary of technical terms.
• Assisted foreign language-speaking clients with inquiries.

• Awarded Minnesota World Language Proficiency Certificate, Received in recognition of intermediate-Low language proficiency in spoken and written spanish. Awarded by the Minnesota Department of Education.