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Dawn Lepik

Colfax,CA

Summary

Honest, friendly and insightful with outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Performs complex inspections to ensure compliance with company policies and Gov't. regulations and codes. Dependable and flexible. Various sales experiance and hands on mechanical skills. Good record keeping and planning skills. Maintains good driving record. Known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in regulatory compliance, quality control, and safety inspections. Excel at problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication, ensuring thorough examination and reporting processes are consistently achieved. Offers keen observation with substantial experience ensuring quality control and compliance with industry standards. and adept at utilizing precision equipment to grade product specifications accurately. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency by identifying defects and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future occurrences. Demonstrated proficiency in maintaining accurate records and reports to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skilled professional in quality control and assurance field, known for being highly productive and efficiently completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in precision measurement, defect identification, and regulatory compliance which ensure adherence to industry standards. Excel in problem-solving, communication, and time management.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities.

Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance.Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, ready to bring fresh perspectives and a strong work ethic to make positive impact through work. Excellent organizational, observational and adept at identifying inconsistencies and implementing corrective actions.

Pursuing flexible part-time employment with weekend and evening shift options.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

U.S. Dept.of Agricultural Commodities Grader,/Quality Control Inspector

U.S.Dept.of Agriculture
Modesto, CA
10.1985 - 05.2019
  • Provided technical support for the development and implementation of quality control systems and procedures.
  • Developed checklists for use during inspections and worked with facility management and work crews to ensure nothing was missed.
  • Audited incoming product against purchase orders to verify accuracy of delivered contents.
  • Participated in USDA audits to evaluate the effectiveness of current quality and regulation control measures at production facilities.
  • Identified acceptable and rejected defective products.
  • Retained strong knowledge and education of USDA facility codes and regulations, enabling issues to be immediately identified when on job site.
  • Reviewed and analyzed statistical data and quality info. from inspection reports to identify trends and areas for improvement.
  • Managed and resolved conflicts arising from inspection findings, negotiating between parties to achieve compliance.
  • Updated and maintained inspection records and databases for historical reference and compliance tracking.And was accountable and maintained records of Gov't.equipment and supplies issued for performing job duties.
  • Oversaw disposal of products, official packaging materials not in compliance with USDA regulations coding/verbage standards, or quality levels.
  • Investigated issues regarding building safety, structural issues and reported to facility management and USDA supervisors to implement timely corrections.
  • Monitored processing facilities sites to verify adherence to environmental regulations and sustainability practices.
  • Inspected materials, packaging and products for USDA approval compliance, correct coding, and quality standards.
  • Documented inspection findings, prepared comprehensive reports, and communicated results to stakeholders, process plant management and USDA superiors.
  • Implemented and oversaw inspection schedules to ensure timely and efficient completion of tasks.
  • Assessed fire safety and emergency exit procedures in facility to ensure safety.
  • Inspected, tested equipment, performed testing of municipal water supply to be analyzed by certified laboratory, weighed and measured materials and product for conformance to specifications,quality and regulatory guidlines.
  • Cleaned and calibrated thermometers, weighing scales, examination equipment lights prior to product examination.
  • Read instruction and regulation manuals to determine proper procedures or methods.
  • Provided safety information to work crew and cleaning crew.
  • Administered competency tests to determine if work crew are qualified to use perform grading duties and handling of product.
  • Performed pre.op inspections on machinery to assure cleanliness and assure that equipment and was in good working order and compliant with regulations.

Education

Certification/Certificates For Completion of Work Ethics, Civil Rights, Harassment And Communication - USDA Regulations,procedures,updated Methods of Dut

USDA On The Job Training And Certification
Modesto,CA. And Riverside,CA. USDA Offices
05-2019

Dental Lab Technician On The Job Training - Dental Lab

McLain Dental Lab.
Modesto, CA
01-1984

High School Diploma -

Fred C.Beyer High School
Modesto, CA
01-1978

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies And Paramedic/ EMT Courses

Modesto Jr. College
Modesto, CA

Skills

Responsible, dependable, reliable, friendly and knowledgeable

▪︎Leadership skills

Able to work efficiently and independently without constant supervision

  • Performance evaluation
  • Training coordination
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Report writing
  • Team building and works well with others
  • Industry expertise
  • Production control
  • Product categorization
  • Good communication skills
  • Good hands on and trouble shooting skills- mechanically inclined
  • Displays professionalism on the job
  • Creative thinker
  • Can operate various workplace equipment, power tools, electric/hand jacks, etc
  • Knowledge of remodeling/ construction, repair and landscaping care

Timeline

U.S. Dept.of Agricultural Commodities Grader,/Quality Control Inspector

U.S.Dept.of Agriculture
10.1985 - 05.2019

Certification/Certificates For Completion of Work Ethics, Civil Rights, Harassment And Communication - USDA Regulations,procedures,updated Methods of Dut

USDA On The Job Training And Certification

Dental Lab Technician On The Job Training - Dental Lab

McLain Dental Lab.

High School Diploma -

Fred C.Beyer High School

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies And Paramedic/ EMT Courses

Modesto Jr. College
Dawn Lepik