David Johnson
Nashville,TN
Summary
Proven Quality Assurance Technician with a track record of enhancing productivity and workflow at Hearthside Foods Solutions. Skilled in materials analysis and manual testing, adept at trend tracking and implementing safety protocols. Demonstrated ability to improve product standards and reliability, ensuring top-notch quality and customer satisfaction. Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician adept at reviewing materials and finished items for compliance with specifications and standards. Skilled in reporting and problem-solving with a history of making a positive impact on operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Technician
Hearthside Foods Solutions
02.2016 - Current
- Achieved quality assurance operational objectives by preparing and implementing production, productivity and customer-service standards.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications, and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Analyzed test data to determine performance and reliability of materials
- Provided regular updates to team leadership on quality metrics by communicating consistency problems or production deficiencies.
- Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
- Fixed identified issues to increase productivity and boost workflows.
- Performed standard first article inspections and random sampling inspections to verify adherence to customer standards.
- Updated inspection journals and daily summary logs with quality-related data.
Dietary Aide
Morrison Healthcare
05.2009 - 12.2015
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Adjusted food preparation methods in accordance with customer requests.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Screened and monitored for change in nutrition risk status in hospitalized patients.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation standards in food service areas.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music Business Management.
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA06.1990
Skills
- Samples comparison
- Trend tracking
- Quality Assurance Requirements
- Routing inspections
- Materials Analysis
- Testing Procedures
- Safety Protocols
- Line checking
- Calibration
- Documentation expertise
- Manual Testing
Certification
- CQT - Certified Quality Technician
- Completed Ergonomics training. Kaizen Event, Hearthside Food Solutions - 02/17/2023
Timeline
Quality Assurance Technician
Hearthside Foods Solutions
02.2016 - Current
Dietary Aide
Morrison Healthcare
05.2009 - 12.2015
Associate of Arts - Music Business Management.
The Art Institute of Atlanta