Dorianne Wuerz
New Baltimore,MI
Summary
At Third Coast Produce (dba Lakeland Fresh Farms), I spearheaded food safety initiatives, significantly reducing foodborne illness outbreaks through rigorous compliance and innovative prevention strategies. Expertise in quality assurance and ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement have been pivotal in enhancing product safety and regulatory adherence.
I am a customer oriented reliable and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Safety Specialist and Hydroponic Assistant
Third Coast Produce (dba Lakeland Fresh Farms
04.2022 - 03.2024
- Enhanced food safety compliance by conducting thorough inspections and audits of food establishments.
- Monitored employee performance and provided constructive feedback, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within organization.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive training programs for staff, resulting in improved understanding of food safety regulations and practices.
- Reduced foodborne illness outbreaks by implementing effective prevention strategies and monitoring procedures.
- Sought diversity of thought and worked to solve food safety problems, overcome challenges and innovate.
- Identified areas for improvement within existing protocols by analyzing historical data on non-conformances and root cause analyses results.
- Supported the development of new products from a food safety perspective, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations throughout the product lifecycle.
- Implemented corrective actions following audit findings, demonstrating commitment to addressing identified gaps in processes or practices.
- Partnered with operations and packaging departments and verified packaging materials and finished goods met company quality and safety standards.
- Led cross-functional teams during product recalls, minimizing financial losses and reputational damage.
- Provided guidance on best practices in sanitation and hygiene, contributing to an overall improvement in facility cleanliness.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and regulatory compliance.
- Achieved successful closure of non-conformances by developing and implementing robust corrective actions.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among peers.
- Conducted risk assessments for potential hazards, enabling proactive measures to be taken in maintaining high standards of food safety.
- Stayed current on emerging trends related to food safety through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in the development of company-wide food safety policies.
- Monitored finished packaging for appearance and food safety and recommended corrective actions and improvements.
- Maintained communication with quality control team members and shared safety information and training documents.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement in food safety practices, empowering employees to take responsibility for their role in maintaining high standards.
- Provided guidance on improved quality control measures to increase customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry best practices regarding labeling and packaging.
- Facilitated cost reduction through product improvements.
- Conducted ATP (adenosine triphosphate) swabbing daily on production equipment and performed corrective actions as needed.
- Cross trained on all aspects of production from running mechanized seeder and hand seeder. Germination and nursery protocols, operated mechanized harvester, operated ProSeal packaging and sealing machine.
- Trained new hires on all processes of production.
- Represented company and sold product (retail) at Rochester Hills Farmers market summer of 2023, increasing consumer awareness of new product line.
- Promoted from Hydroponic Assistant only to hybrid position including Food Safety Support.
- Initiated lot number tracking system for traceability studies.
Education
Public Administration, Spanish, Art History
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI2025
High School Diploma -
Grosse Pointe North High School
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI06.1983
Skills
- Sanitation Procedures
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Chemical Handling
- Sampling techniques
- Temperature Monitoring of coolers
- Foodborne illness prevention
- Product Recall Procedures
- Cross-Contamination Control
- Personal Hygiene Standards
- Corrective Action Implementation
- Quality Assurance
- Compliance Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Food Safety Specialist and Hydroponic Assistant
Third Coast Produce (dba Lakeland Fresh Farms
04.2022 - 03.2024
Public Administration, Spanish, Art History
Wayne State University
High School Diploma -
Grosse Pointe North High School
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