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Elizabeth Palacios

Joseph Gallo Farms
Turlock,CA
2
Languages
7
years of professional experience

Highly motivated and dedicated professional with a strong work ethic, eager to contribute my skills and learn in a general job field I am committed to bringing value to any team, adapting quickly, and growing my career through hard work and continuous improvement.

Work History

QA Tech

4 Months
Joseph Gallo Farms | 09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Documented and reported test results accurately, maintaining detailed records in compliance with laboratory protocols.
  • Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
  • Inspected finished products for defects, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with quality specifications.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
  • Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.

Lab Technician/QA Test Lead

2 Years 1 Month
Saputo Cheese | 06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Prepared samples for analysis by weighing, filtering, or diluting them as needed.
  • Documented and reported test results accurately, maintaining detailed records in compliance with laboratory protocols.
  • Take sterile samples of anything required and plate for microbiology, aseptically swab areas in plant and plate for microbiology
  • Perform SAP functions in the system.
  • Responsible for food safety and quality.
  • Read and interpret microbiological plating samples.
  • Take sterile samples of anything required and plate for microbiology , aseptically swab areas in plant.
  • Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Calibrated laboratory instruments according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications
  • Operate the FT 120 Foss and the CEM oven.

Bilingual CSR

1 Year 4 Months
Empire Insulation | 11.2018 - 03.2020
  • Processed orders accurately, entered data into computer systems quickly and efficiently.
  • Communicated regularly with customers via phone, email or chat to provide updates on order status or answer questions about products or services.
  • Updated customer records in the database after each interaction ensuring accuracy of information.
  • Answered incoming customer inquiries in Spanish and English, providing accurate information and solutions.

Packager

1 Year 4 Months
AV Thomas | 08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing packing tasks.
  • Labeled packages with appropriate information such as weight and destination.
  • Weighed items on scales to determine correct shipping charges prior to shipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet packaging deadlines.
  • Packaged products in a fast-paced environment, meeting high-quality standards.

Education

GED

Turlock Adult School | Turlock, CA | 09.2026

Skills

Instrument Calibration
Laboratory safety procedures
Quality Control
File and Record keeping
Quality control monitoring
Environmental monitoring
Sample preparation
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Food safety compliance
Food processing knowledge
Quality control inspection
Package preparation
Sorting packages

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

QA Tech

Joseph Gallo Farms
09.2024 - 01.2025Read More

Lab Technician/QA Test Lead

Saputo Cheese
06.2022 - 07.2024Read More

Bilingual CSR

Empire Insulation
11.2018 - 03.2020Read More

Packager

AV Thomas
08.2017 - 12.2018Read More

Turlock Adult School

GED
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Elizabeth Palacios