Christine Kram
Evansville,MN
Summary
Knowledgeable Food Safety & Quality Manager, with solid history of managing teams and driving operational success. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and efficiency. Demonstrated ability in problem-solving and decision-making.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
FSQ Manager
SunOpta Inc.
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented food safety plans to comply with FSMA regulations.
- Led internal audits to ensure adherence to SQF standards and continuous improvement.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for quality assurance and food safety.
- Managed supplier approval processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Designed and executed the Environmental Monitoring Program for facility operations.
- Implemented a calibration program to ensure accuracy of testing equipment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product safety and quality.
- Reviewed and updated Standard Operating Procedures to reflect current practices.
- Enhanced product verification processes for Organic, HALAL, and Gluten-free certifications.
Quanity Assurance Supervisor
SunOpta Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2023
- HACCP Certified
- Involved with SQF certification and compliance to all standards of the SQF system.
- PCQI certified
- Food safety plan development to meet standards of FSMA
- Lead programs for verification of products for Organic, HALAL and Gluten free certification
- Supplier Approval Program
- Allergen Management Program
- Calibration Program
- Environmental Monitoring Program
- Develop and lead quality team members thru training and support.
- Development of Standard of Procedures.
- Working side by side with customer service, sales and R&D.
Quality Control Technician
SunOpta Inc.
04.2013 - 04.2015
- Ensure accurate reporting of inbound and outbound products
- Test and inspects product at various stages of production
- Compile and evaluate statistical data
- Communicate with production staff to continuously improve quality of products
- Microbiological duties include plating with 3M petrifilm, reading and interpreting results against specifications. Micro testing done on powders, liquids, swabs and air samples.
- Preoperational inspections using ATP swabs and allergen swabs.
- Aseptic sampling
- Finished product analysis
- Calibrating lab equipment
- Prepare chemical solutions according to standard formulas
- QC audits throughout facility
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of MN, Morris
Morris, MN2009
Skills
- Statistical analysis, data compiling and decision making based on factual and methodical data
- Strong communication with all team members Ability to work with a variety of personalities
- Organized to meet deadlines and have data accessible
- Teamwork oriented but with emphasis on engagement and involvement of all team members
- Verbal and written communication
- Platform implementation- experience with MVP work order system, TraceGains, Oracle, RedZone, Intelex
Accomplishments
HACCP, PCQI, FDQI, Better Processing School, Internal Audit training.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
FSQ Manager
SunOpta Inc.
08.2023 - Current
Quanity Assurance Supervisor
SunOpta Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2023
Quality Control Technician
SunOpta Inc.
04.2013 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of MN, Morris