Elisa Abril
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Hardworking and passionate Leader with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Well-versed in efficiently uncovering and correcting issues. Desire to apply knowledge and abilities to dynamic, growth-oriented position.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Safety Supervisor
Hellofresh
Phoenix, AZ
12.2023 - Current
- Led development, training and maintenance of plant quality and food safety programs.
- Facilitated communication between various departments regarding food safety matters, creating environment conducive to collaboration and problem solving.
- Reduced risk of foodborne illnesses through diligent monitoring and enforcement of proper sanitation practices.
- Worked extensively in hands-on food processing environment before developing expert focus on food safety.
- Ensured compliance by conducting regular inspections and audits.
- Identified root causes of safety incidents through thorough investigations, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Served as trusted advisor to executive leadership on matters pertaining to food safety, providing strategic insights that informed critical business decisions.
- Improved overall workplace hygiene by designing and delivering targeted training sessions on cleanliness best practices.
- Earned certification in HACCP
- Collaborated with quality control teams to address potential issues proactively, maintaining high standards in production processes.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives related to food safety by regularly analyzing data trends and implementing targeted action plans.
- Managed cross-functional teams to develop strategies for mitigating risks in supply chain processes related to food safety concerns.
- Met internal and external customer expectations through teamwork, respect and willingness to help and support others.
- Developed and maintained a strong food safety culture within the organization, promoting awareness and responsibility among employees.
- Coordinated with management to establish effective food safety policies and procedures, streamlining operations and reducing risk.
- Identified non-conforming food products and led decision-making process for disposition based on risk to food safety and quality.
- Audited internal activities and conducted thorough inspections.
- Stayed up to date on current and proposed changes to standards and maintained all internal SOPs, training documentation and records.
- Kept eye on quality assurance information to review compliance against specifications and company standards.
- Documented and escalated deviations to supervisors and recommended resolutions.
- Continue to help with improvement with sanitation teams between all shifts total of 20 TMs
- Spread knowledge with all employees pertaining to our food safety standards
- Computer skills Microsoft Word, Power Point, Signage Creation, SOP Creation, Register Documents, Internal Audit , Validations, Luminin, PDF Merge, Google Docs
- Certified EPJ, Scissor Lift, Double Pallet Rider, Floor Scrubber, Walk Behind
Sanitation Lead
Hello Fresh
Phoenix
12.2021 - 12.2023
- Make sure my team is following proper PPE and GMP
- Increased team efficiency by providing training on proper sanitation practices to all staff members.
- Supervised and directed daily work of team of 5-20 sanitation personnel.
- Developed a strong understanding of company-specific requirements and standards for sanitation, leading to consistently high-quality results.
- Played an integral role in passing industry inspections by maintaining rigorous sanitation standards throughout the facility.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and chemicals, ensuring availability when needed for efficient operations.
- Facilitated communication between the sanitation department and management teams on matters relating to hygiene or safety concerns affecting daily operations within the facility.
- Served as point person for emergency situations involving spills or biohazards, quickly containing incidents and initiating appropriate cleanup procedures.
- Coordinated daily tasks and schedules for the sanitation team, maximizing productivity while minimizing downtime in production areas.
- Led training in sanitation and cleaning practices.
- Make sure everyone's job is completed
- Make sure all chemicals are properly secured and labeled and tested properly
- Stock carts with supplies to keep carts organized and clean
- Removes trash and dirty linens
- Operates incinerators and trash compactors to dispose of garbage
- Communicate effectively with team members on different shifts to make sure our jobs get done
- Delegated assignments and verified work quality and completion according to facility and regulatory standards.
- Certified on floor scrubber, scissors lift, and EPJ.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills by quickly identifying issues within the workspace that may have compromised cleanliness standards or posed potential health risks.
- Reduced risk of contamination through regular monitoring and cleaning of production areas.
- Continually updated knowledge on best practices for sanitation, sharing information with colleagues as needed to improve overall team performance.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
Sanitation Technician
Freshly
Phoenix
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities
- Made sure team is following proper PPE and GMP
- Used tools to keep floors and drains clear throw garbage and excess food away
- Completed allergens clean up
- Led and guided team of 25 sanitation employees
- Followed up all tasks that were assigned in order to ensure master sanitation schedule was up-to-date.
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Supported quality control measures by thoroughly sanitizing production equipment between product runs.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by properly handling chemicals and maintaining designated storage areas.
- Fostered positive working environment by actively participating in team meetings and contributing to discussions on ways to improve sanitation processes.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by diligently following sanitation protocols and procedures.
- Maintained spotless restrooms and break rooms with detail-oriented approach and consistent attention.
- Attended to building parking lots and grounds each day to keep outside areas clean and neat.
- Consistently met deadlines for critical cleaning tasks, ensuring minimal downtime for production equipment during changeovers.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized facility.
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing tools and supplies in easily accessible manner for fellow technicians.
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
Sanitation Worker
US Foods
Phoenix
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Utilized proper protective gear while handling materials.
- Maintained sanitary environment with daily inspections and timely maintenance of assigned areas.
- Collected and disposed of meats & garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Cleaned different machines and tools to prevent cross contamination
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards by closely adhering to company policies, municipal codes, and industry regulations regarding sanitation practices.
- Scrubbed with chemicals in order to sanitize surfaces and tools
- Assisted QA while they checked facility to either pass or redo areas
- Removed trash and corrugate.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Maintained sanitary environment with daily inspections and timely maintenance of assigned areas.
Quality Control Inspector
Jbs
Tolleson
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assessed materials, parts, and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications
- Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality, and defect rates
- Notified supervisors about quality problems and helped identify concerns in order to correct those
- Documented, filed, and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents
- Conducted routine visual inspections of all machines
- Complied with company policies regarding safe storage of chemicals
- Cleared floor for next shift to be able to begin pre-op.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Managed 6 machinery pertaining to Ground Beef Area
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Sanitation Technician
PSSI Sanitation
Tolleson
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Used wash down equipment for Deep clean shift, used chemicals to scrub with proper PPE
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities
- Sanitized floors and walls to protect workers
- Utilized Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) correctly
- Cleaned safely assigned areas effectively and efficiently with safety precautions
- Complied with company policies regarding safe storage of chemicals
- Used brooms, mops, and vacuum cleaners to remove dirt and debris from floors
- Applied industrial chemicals safely to clean surfaces.
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Supported quality control measures by thoroughly sanitizing production equipment between product runs.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by properly handling chemicals and maintaining designated storage areas.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety guidelines, promoting safe working environment for all employees.
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown.
- Adhered to all safety and handling guidelines, following MSDS protocols for proper handling and storage of hazardous materials.
- Responded to emergency sanitation needs in prompt and professional manner, alerting hazmat professionals in alignment with OSHA requirements.
Education
Advanced SQF Practitioner Certification
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Approved Supplier Program Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Approved Supplier Program Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Corrective And Preventative Actions Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Food Safety Culture Certification
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Internal Auditing Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Risk Assessment Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Root Cause Analysis Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
SQF Code, Edition 9: Updates And Insights
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
The SQF Code Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
HACCP Certification - HACCP Principles For The Food Service Industry
HACCP
03.2024
High School Diploma -
Career Success
02.2017
Skills
- Chemical handling, Checking supplies, Inspecting equipment
- Sanitization techniques, Cleaning procedures
- Janitorial equipment familiarity
- Food Storage Techniques
- Allergen awareness
- HACCP Knowledge
- Personal Hygiene Monitoring
- Pest Control
- Cross-Contamination Prevention
- Temperature Control
- Foodborne illness prevention
- Teamwork orientation
- Food safety understanding
- SOP updating
- Testing skills
- Data Entry, Data Documentation, Documentation skills
- Training expertise
- Leadership
- Safety precautions
- People skills
- Supervising team
- Hardworking
- Helpful
- Food Safety Training
- Communication abilities
- Recordkeeping abilities
Timeline
Food Safety Supervisor
Hellofresh
12.2023 - Current
Sanitation Lead
Hello Fresh
12.2021 - 12.2023
Sanitation Technician
Freshly
09.2020 - 10.2021
Sanitation Worker
US Foods
04.2020 - 06.2020
Quality Control Inspector
Jbs
01.2020 - 03.2020
Sanitation Technician
PSSI Sanitation
03.2019 - 08.2019
Advanced SQF Practitioner Certification
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Approved Supplier Program Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Approved Supplier Program Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Corrective And Preventative Actions Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Food Safety Culture Certification
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Internal Auditing Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Risk Assessment Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
Root Cause Analysis Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
SQF Code, Edition 9: Updates And Insights
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
The SQF Code Certificate
ZOSI Intertek Alchemy
HACCP Certification - HACCP Principles For The Food Service Industry
HACCP
High School Diploma -
Career Success