Anne Bilik
Summary
Quality Specialist with a background in Biological Sciences and experience in the cosmetic and personal care industry. Skilled in laboratory testing, supplier qualification, quality documentation, and project management. Passionate about product quality, continuous improvement, and professional growth in quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and cosmetic science.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Specialist
Rita Corporation
Crystal Lake, IL
04.2025 - Current
- Evaluate incoming materials and approve materials for use by reviewing quality documentation and testing results to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
- Coordinate the ongoing ISO 22716 certification project, tracking progress, supporting GMP compliance, documentation, and quality system improvements.
- Perform analytical testing of raw materials and finished products, including pH, acid value, moisture, Karl Fischer titration, FTIR, saponification value, and residue on ignition (ROI).
- Coordinate third-party laboratory testing and manage testing documentation to support quality and compliance requirements.
- Facilitate the supplier qualification and approval process, including documentation review and comprehensive COA analysis.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives involving quality processes, supplier documentation, and laboratory operations.
Quality Control Intern
All-Rite Spring Company
Spring Grove, IL
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Created and distributed forms for quality tests and maintenance checks.
- Organized and filed quality checks and product forms.
- Ran quality tests on springs to ensure customer satisfaction and safety.
Soccer Coach
Village of Spring Grove
Spring Grove, IL
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Coached youth soccer and created coaching plans to engage the kids in learning soccer skills.
Assistant
Beth Genengels Photography
McHenry, IL
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Contacted clients prior to sessions via email, assisted in posing and editing for photos, packaged products and kept a tidy studio.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2024
Graduate Certificate - Cosmetic Science And Formulation Design
University of Toledo
Toledo, OH04-2026
Skills
- Quality Control
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
- Documentation anagement
- Laboratory Techniques
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Organization
- Continuous Improvement
- Attention to Detail
- Team Communication and Coordination
- Willingness to Learn
- Business Administration
Affiliations
- 8/2020-12/2022 Phi Mu
- 2016-2020 Varsity Girls Soccer
- 2019/2020 Varsity Girls Soccer, Captain
- 2005-2016 Ballet, Pre-Professional
Timeline
Quality Specialist
Rita Corporation
04.2025 - Current
Quality Control Intern
All-Rite Spring Company
06.2022 - 08.2022
Soccer Coach
Village of Spring Grove
06.2017 - 08.2021
Assistant
Beth Genengels Photography
06.2017 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of South Carolina
Graduate Certificate - Cosmetic Science And Formulation Design
University of Toledo