Erica Brea
Materion Inc
Reading,PA
13
years of professional experience
Quality Assurance Associate with experience in ensuring product excellence and compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in quality control processes, problem-solving, and maintaining high standards. Known for reliability and effective communication.
Work History
Quality Assurance Associate
3 Months- Reviewed data and documents related to batches. Facilitated necessary corrections for accuracy. Approved and released finalized batches using SAP transactions.
- Monitored production floor activities to verify pallet and shipment accuracy prior to material dispatch.
- Generated customer certificates of analysis for all batches.
Reviewed certificates for accuracy and compliance.
Uploaded documents into the customer portal. - Monitored and verified sample counts for all batches, promptly escalating identified concerns or discrepancies.
- Oversaw timely shipment of customer samples to prevent disruptions in production schedules.
Specialist
1 Year 2 Months- Maintained, calibrated, and troubleshot laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure reliable test outcomes and compliance with GMP standards.
- Successfully supported special projects, including new method development, equipment installation, and quality investigations, driving process improvements and product quality.
- Reported repeated issues to Operations supervisors and employees, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Independently entered, verified, and audited laboratory results within LIMS and enterprise systems (SAP), demonstrating a high degree of accuracy and system knowledge.
Technician
3 Years 8 Months- Conducted routine and non-routine analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, ensuring compliance with established procedures and specifications.
- Recorded and verified test results with high accuracy, providing timely feedback to production and management teams on non-conforming results.
- Maintained accurate laboratory records, notebooks, and logs, ensuring audit readiness and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Dispatcher
6 Years 4 Months- Completed selective Mentorship program for professional development.
- Monitored quality of mail items prior to processing and before dispatching.
- Verified mail for accurate dates, weights, zip codes, and proper piece separation to ensure processing compliance.
- Coordinated drivers to ensure all deliveries were completed on time.
- Monitored drivers arriving at the facility and leaving the facility for the Post Office to ensure they met scheduled route times.
Machine Operator
1 Year 5 Months- Load mail into feeders, clear jams, and ensure continuous machine flow.
- Perform routine inspections, cleaning, and minor maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Verify barcode readability, address accuracy, and sort scheme compliance.
- Track production metrics, complete shift logs, and report discrepancies.
Education
Diploma
Certification - Nursing Assisting, Dietetic Technician, CPR
Skills
Process improvement initiatives
with a focus on root cause analysis and Continuous Improvement
Collaboration and communication
with strong team collaboration and customer focus skills
Technical proficiency
including documentation skills and risk management
Time management and prioritization
with a proven track record of meeting deadlines
Quality management systems
including ISO Standards and auditing
Certificates in Communication Skills
Timeline
Quality Assurance Associate
Materion Inc
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Specialist
Alpek Polyester
01.2025 - 03.2026Read More
Technician
Alpek Polyester
05.2021 - 01.2025Read More
Dispatcher
Pitney Bowes
01.2015 - 05.2021Read More
Machine Operator
Pitney Bowes
08.2013 - 01.2015Read More
Reading Muhlenberg Career & Technology Center
Certification from Nursing Assisting, Dietetic Technician, CPR
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Reading High School
Diploma
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