Dulce Hurtado
Arlington,TX
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing work experience, skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Danone NA
09.2023 - Current
- Ensured consistent product quality through routine monitoring of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods against established specifications.
- Completed recordkeeping, filing and data entry duties.
- Documented all test results, observations, and deviations according to established protocols for traceability purposes.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough laboratory tests and analyzing results.
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming products, leading to targeted corrective actions that improved overall quality performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address and resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Regular allergen testing on product and equipment.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
- Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
- Inspect and ensured production line equipments met CIP standard requirements.
- Maintained a safe work environment by ensuring adherence to safety protocols and proper handling of hazardous materials.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Mission Foods Corporation
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated and managed inbound and outbound shipments, including shipment scheduling, BOL, invoices, and customs and drivers documentation.
- Experience and access to SAP.
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
- Distributed and assigned transfer orders to forklift operators for outbound loads.
- Dispatch shuttle drivers to ensure forklift operators have trailers to load and manage proper use of limited space.
- Communicated with carrier and customer service to make arrangements, appointment scheduling, rectify delivery issues and verify delivery of goods completed in a timely manner.
- Review inbound and outbound shipments, product orders and shipping dates to ensure orders were accurately and successfully completed.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
Quality Control Raw Material
Mission Foods Inc
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Inspected incoming raw materials using established quality control procedures, Special Skills and Knowledge Monitoring, ensuring compliance with industry's specifications and standards, Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Collaborated with suppliers to establish and implement quality control procedures for incoming raw materials, resulting in improved accuracy and efficiency in material inspection.
- Ensuring products are produced in a clean environment by performing a.) Microbiology sampling (air and surfaces), b.) Preoperational inspections, and c. Plant Inspections. Tested and analyzed samples of raw materials using equipment such as microscopes, spectrophotometers, and pH meters to determine their quality and suitability for production.
- Developed and maintained detailed documentation of quality control processes and test results, enabling effective traceability and facilitating regulatory compliance.
- Ensuring the laboratory activities comply to the requirements such as a.) Cleaning and maintaining testing equipment, b.) Calibrating testing equipment, c.) Cleaning and maintaining the laboratory, and d.)
- Performing key activities to ensure finished product compliance with requirements such as c.) finished product evaluations, b.) Finished product shelf life monitoring, and c.) Segregating and placing a nonconforming product on “HOLD” in accordance with the Quality Procedures.
- Complying with all safety requirements and promoting safety with the rest of the plant employees. Having a transparent communication with all plant personnel Education & Experience.
Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician
Mission Foods Inc
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Implemented and executed quality control procedures to ensure adherence to company's standards, resulting in a reduction in product defects.
- Conducted thorough quality inspections on finished goods, utilizing advanced testing equipment and techniques to identify and resolve any product defects or deviations from specifications.
- Led root cause analysis investigations to determine the underlying causes of quality issues and implemented corrective actions for contamination.
- Ensured compliance with quality agreements, good manufacturing procedures, statutory requirements, risk and safety guidelines, and other established quality standards.
- Consulted with supervisors and sanitation department to conduct regular audits and inspections of manufacturing processes improving efficiency and quality.
Order Taker
Red Arrow
02.2017 - 06.2018
- Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes, and prepared shipments.
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
Shipping and Receiving Associate
GEEP - Global Electric Electronics Processing
05.2015 - 02.2017
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
Plastic Fabricator
Polymer Products
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
Education
Mountain View College
Dallas, TXSkills
- English and Spanish Bilingual
- Intermediate MS Office
- Great attention to detail
- Working well with others
- Strong communication skills
- Responsible and reliable
- Quick problem solver
- Responsible always ensuring all company quality standards are met
Additional Information
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless work flow operations, optimize processes, and enhance overall efficiency. Aiming to leverage expertise to contribute to the success of a reputable organization.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Lab Technician
Danone NA
09.2023 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Mission Foods Corporation
07.2021 - 08.2023
Quality Control Raw Material
Mission Foods Inc
09.2020 - 07.2021
Quality Assurance Food Safety Technician
Mission Foods Inc
06.2018 - 09.2020
Order Taker
Red Arrow
02.2017 - 06.2018
Shipping and Receiving Associate
GEEP - Global Electric Electronics Processing
05.2015 - 02.2017
Plastic Fabricator
Polymer Products
06.2013 - 05.2015
Mountain View College
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