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Crystal Childress

Hawkins,TX

Summary

Detailed Quality Coordinator with experience increasing product tractability through research and implementation of new QA standards. Focused, determined and comfortable completing multiple tasks in fast-paced environment. Excellent coaching and mentoring skills. I truly enjoy working with different facilities in troubleshooting and training. I spent a lot of time last year working with DMC, McBee, and Madison working through several quality issues. I am very self motivated and enjoy learning so that I can improve current practices

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Assurance Resource

Bluetriton Brands LLC
Hawkins, TX
09.2021 - Current
  • Reviewed supplier contracts regarding material specifications and requirements before approving them for production use.
  • Collaborated with other team members to perform internal QA audits.
  • Completed various financial and quality audits for different departments.
  • Implemented preventive measures designed to minimize defects or other problems during production operations.
  • Maintained accurate records of all Quality Control tests performed throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Collected and analyzed production samples to evaluate quality.
  • Kept records of quality reports and statistical reviews.
  • Ensured that all products meet established company quality standards prior to release.
  • Created detailed reports on Quality Assurance activities for management review.
  • Led staff education efforts on quality assurance (QA) and quality management policies, improving production outcomes.
  • Maintained policy, procedures, work instructions, and projects for quality and continuous improvement agendas.
  • Participated in design reviews to provide input on aspects related to Quality Assurance requirements.
  • Participated in all facility audits ensuring that audits specifications were met.
  • Trained resources and hygienists in other facilities to be able to meet program requirements
  • Manage the HACCP and food defense plans for Hawkins

Factory Hygienist

Nestle Waters
Hawkins, TX
08.2014 - 09.2021
  • Reviewed current hygienic practices, identifying any changes needed.
  • Trained new employees in proper quality proceses
  • Analyzed incident data to identify trends in quality defects
  • Maintained Facility Training programs
  • Performed UV calibrations and reviews. Responsible for troubleshooting systems and completing drifts.
  • Managed Pest Control Program
  • Managed the MSR program ensuring that all minimum sanitation requirements were met
  • Managed the calibrations program. Including scheduling and ensuring completion of all calibrations performed annually

Production Operator

Nestle Waters
Hawkins, TX
04.2006 - 08.2014
  • Filler Operator
  • Packer Operator
  • BM Tech
  • CIP Tech
  • Trained multiple new hires
  • Performed facility start-up and shut downs independently
  • Created training protocols for Filler Operator and CIP Tech positions

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Documentation Management
  • Training and Development
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Corrective Actions
  • Quality Improvements Implementation
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Document Control
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Risk Analysis and Mitigation
  • Knowledge of Auditing Systems
  • Quality Standards Determination
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Quality Systems
  • Internal Audits
  • Budget Management
  • Quality Assurance Experience
  • Best Practices

Certification

  • Completed the Ecolab food safety sanitation courses
  • Intertek Integrated ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 Internal Auditor Training
  • Advanced HACCP Certified
  • PCQI Certified
  • Infinity QS Certified Basic and Advanced
  • ARC Flash Certification

Timeline

Quality Assurance Resource

Bluetriton Brands LLC
09.2021 - Current

Factory Hygienist

Nestle Waters
08.2014 - 09.2021

Production Operator

Nestle Waters
04.2006 - 08.2014
Crystal Childress