Kelia Shipley
Monroe
Summary
Experienced quality control technician focused on assisting operations with creating compliant products. Systematic and driven professional familiar with scheduling and conducting inspections to help solve production issues and maintain quality.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Food safety and quality assurance technician
Gotham Greens
Monroe
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted quality inspections on harvested produce for freshness and safety.
- Collaborated with production teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Documented inspection results and reported findings to supervisors daily.
- Analyzed product samples to identify defects or inconsistencies in quality.
- Analyzed data from test results and identified areas needing improvement.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
- Reviewed documents such as HACCP plans, SOPs, SSOPs, COAs, to ensure accuracy prior to distribution.
- Inspected raw materials, in-process products, finished goods, and packaging components for conformance to established specifications.
Packer and scaler
Gotham Greens
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Scale and pack fresh produce with precision, maintain quality standards, and ensure accurate weight measurements while meeting daily production targets
- Drive operational efficiency through systematic product handling, optimize packing workflows, and maintain strict food safety protocols
- Partner with team members to streamline packing processes, coordinate shipment preparation, and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain organized workspace, ensure compliance with safety standards, and contribute to team success through reliable performance
- Implement advanced quality control measures in produce scaling operations, ensuring precise weight measurements and maintaining exceptional product standards
MACHINE OPERATOR
Hitachi Astemo
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated advanced manufacturing equipment at Hitachi Astemo, maintaining strict quality standards and implementing preventive maintenance protocols
- Coordinated with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability, while maintaining detailed operational logs and safety records
- Proposed and implemented process improvements in machine operations, contributing to enhanced production efficiency
PACKER AND SORTER
Williams Sonoma
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed inventory sorting and packing operations, maintaining accurate order fulfilment while implementing efficient storage solutions for Williams Sonoma warehouse
- Monitored stock levels and coordinated with team members to optimise warehouse space utilisation, ensuring timely order completion
- Partnered with logistics team to enhance sorting efficiency, maintain quality standards, and support seamless warehouse operations
RETURNS
Radial
01.2022
- Managed high-volume returns operations, implemented efficient tracking systems, and resolved complex customer issues to maintain service excellence
- Conducted thorough quality inspections of returned merchandise, documented findings, and coordinated with logistics team to optimize inventory management
LOADER AND PICKER
Fedex
01.2021
- Operated warehouse equipment to process shipments efficiently, implementing systematic organisation methods to streamline loading processes
- Applied strategic sorting techniques to enhance loading efficiency, while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining package integrity
- Contributed to workplace safety initiatives through proper handling procedures, supporting team goals and maintaining operational excellence
Education
Monroe Area High School
Monroe, GASkills
- Quality assurance
- Food safety
- Data analysis
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Documentation skills
References
Ivy Corder, School Coordinator (Ivy.corder@walton.k12.ga.us);
Amanda Foley, School Teacher ((470)383-6380);
Mamie Hendricks, Neighbor ((770)267-7969);
Latilder Robertson, Church Member ((706)474-9079);
Lucy Scott, Neighbor ((678)635-7038).
Timeline
Food safety and quality assurance technician
Gotham Greens
03.2024 - Current
Packer and scaler
Gotham Greens
01.2023 - 03.2024
MACHINE OPERATOR
Hitachi Astemo
01.2022 - 01.2023
RETURNS
Radial
01.2022
PACKER AND SORTER
Williams Sonoma
01.2021 - 01.2022
LOADER AND PICKER
Fedex
01.2021
Monroe Area High School