Driven by a passion for excellence, I leveraged my quality assurance and critical thinking skills at CP Flexible Packaging to enhance product compliance and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Mentoring peers and spearheading QA strategies, I significantly contributed to team success and customer satisfaction, showcasing strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Technician
CP Flexible Packaging
06.2016 - Current
Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies.
Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
Reported progress, test metrics and results to project stakeholders.
Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.
Acted as a liaison between the QA team and other departments such as Development, Customer Support, and Product Management, ensuring effective communication throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
Supported company in maintaining work environment focused on quality, communication, collaboration, integration, and teamwork.
Ensured customer satisfaction by verifying that products met specifications and functioned as intended before release.
Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation, including test cases, results, and improvement recommendations, for stakeholder review.
Enhanced product compliance with industry standards by diligently verifying adherence to regulatory requirements.
Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.
Ink Technician
CP Flexible Packaging
10.2011 - 06.2016
Streamlined the color-matching process for improved efficiency and accuracy in client projects.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety standards and guidelines for hazardous materials handling.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams such as prepress technicians, press operators, and graphic designers to achieve desired outcomes.
Ensured excellent print results by carefully sourcing high-quality raw materials from reliable suppliers.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail while consistently delivering precise color matches throughout each stage of the printing process.
Developed new ink formulations, tailoring solutions to specific client needs and project requirements.
Increased productivity by troubleshooting and resolving press-related issues in a timely manner.
Enhanced ink quality by conducting regular testing and adjustments to maintain optimal printing performance.
Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
Press Operator
Highland Computer Forms Inc.
03.1995 - 09.2011
Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving efforts.
Promptly removed completed loads from press.
Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
Assisted in training new press operators, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure smooth onboarding and skill development.
Upheld high standards of cleanliness throughout the workspace, adhering to established guidelines for equipment care and maintenance procedures.
Contributed to the reduction of machine downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mechanical issues as they arose.
Performed thorough inspections of printed materials to guarantee consistent quality and adherence to client specifications.
Assembled and adjusted press parts to print products in accordance with customer specifications.
Troubleshot press malfunctions and performed necessary repairs to restore functionality.
Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
Improved print quality by performing regular press maintenance and calibration tasks.
Adjusted press settings and monitored ink flow to foster optimal results.
Enhanced print quality, conducting regular inspections and adjustments during runs.
Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
Troubleshot and resolved various issues with machinery, maintaining quality and performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
West York Area High School
York, PA
Skills
Quality Assurance
Quality processes
Data Analysis
Mentoring and training
Quality Assurance Controls
Critical thinking abilities
Manual Testing
Process Implementation
Improvement Recommendations
Teamwork and Positive Attitude
Decision-Making
Strong Problem Solver
Timeline
QA Technician
CP Flexible Packaging
06.2016 - Current
Ink Technician
CP Flexible Packaging
10.2011 - 06.2016
Press Operator
Highland Computer Forms Inc.
03.1995 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
West York Area High School
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