Esmeralda Mendez

Quality Lead Technician III

Refresco Beverages

08.2008 - 08.2024

Streamlined quality assurance processes by developing and maintaining clear documentation for all procedures.
Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection protocols and providing feedback to production teams.
Championed a proactive approach to problem-solving, encouraging team members to identify potential issues early on and address them before they escalate into major concerns.
Maintained accurate records of all inspections, tests, audits, and other relevant data for easy access during internal or external reviews.
Reduced defect rates by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
Collaborated effectively with suppliers to address any issues related to raw materials or components used in the manufacturing process.
Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
Schedule production batch development using compnay database.
Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials based on customer supplied specifications and product label claims for identity, strength, purity and microbiological limits.
Attend production meetings to establish quality system parameters necessary for production runs.
Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.
Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
Reported problems and concerns to management.
Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
Recorded and organized test data for report generation and analysis.
Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
Developed and implemented procedures to meet product quality standards.
Performed routine calibration on testing equipment.
Completed supporting documentation for testing procedures, data capture forms, equipment logbooks and inventory forms.
Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
Interpreted test results by comparing to established specifications and control limits, making recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.
Drafted technical documents such as deviation reports, testing protocol and trend analyses.
Created testing protocols to be used across product lines.
Act as a back up for all quality department members in the event of absence.
Support compliance activities associated with the Quality Management System including but not limited to the following: SQF Program, Goo Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.