Guydell Powell II
Aurora,CO
Summary
Experienced Food Safety Specialist with over 3 years in the field, specializing in HACCP and GMP auditing, and food safety plan development. Proficient in implementing safety standards and ensuring regulatory compliance, with a proven track record in enhancing food production safety and quality. PCQI certified, with a strong focus on improving food safety processes and maintaining high standards of safety in food handling and production.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Specialist
Dawn Foods
Denver, CO
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Tested finished goods ensuring product integrity and safety. Tested finished goods for water activity, PH, Solids, and viscosity. Used systems SAP and IQS to enter data.
- Led food safety inspections and audits, ensuring compliance and identifying improvement areas.
- Monitor and update food safety records and documents.
- Ensure appropriate safety plans, processes, and procedures are in place and followed..
- Spearheaded SSOP and GMP programs, enhancing plant-wide safety and compliance.
- Ensured that every ingredient and finished good product met specifications.
- Managed CAPA processes and internal audits, driving quality improvements.
- Maintain scheduling and detailed records of equipment calibrations.
- Oversaw Environmental Monitoring Program, optimizing safety and environmental compliance.
- Approving production schedules and ensuring that no cross-contamination occurs, and proper cleanouts have been performed.
- Managed Certificate of Analysis documentation for stakeholders, ensuring product integrity and safety.
Driver
Lyft
Denver, CO
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
Delivery Driver
Amazon
Denver, CO
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing the best and most efficient routes
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
Traffic Control
Colorado Barricade
Denver, CO
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Created traffic control plans for difficult areas to support public and crew member safety
- Operated and safely navigated company vehicles to transport materials and equipment to the job site
- Set up cones, signs, and barrel barricades and flagged traffic to encourage the safety of customers, employees, and the traveling public
- Cleaned and maintained the vehicle and assessed the vehicle for damage after each shift.
Field Officer / Recruiter / Trainer / Canvasser
Terra Strategies
Denver, CO
09.2016 - 11.2016
- Smoothly oversaw the team to achieve over 85% of performance targets with an 85% accuracy rate
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires
- Exceeded signature targets by 75% through effective public education and persuasion
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build a network.
Customer Service Representative / Order Processor
Comcast Greenwood
Greenwood Village, CO
04.2014 - 09.2016
- Used Excel and internal software to keep track of client information and orders, update accounts, and monitor shipments to obtain and relay real-time information
- Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers
- Answered a constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times
- Updated the company tracking system with the latest information.
Warehouse / Machine Operator / Shipping
Prime Source Staffing
Denver, CO
11.2014 - 08.2016
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems
- Operated machining equipment safely with a team of operators
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to the loading area
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
Customer / Technical Support Representative
Project Resource Group
Greenwood Village, CO
10.2011 - 04.2014
- Prepared detailed reports on updates to project specifications, progress, identified conflicts, and team activities
- Resolved a diverse range of technical issues across multiple systems and applications for customers and end-users across various time zones
- Resolved escalated issues by serving as a subject matter expert on wide-ranging issues
- Managed high levels of call flow and responded to 100-200 technical support needs.
Quality Assurance / Customer Service Representative
ECreek Solutions
Glendale, CO
08.2009 - 02.2011
- Identified issues to increase productivity and meet company standards
- Collaborated with quality team members and department managers to implement procedural remedies
- Created and achieved product quality objectives and specifications to help representatives reach required Q.A scores.
Customer Service / Sales Representative
Asurion
Evans, GA
02.2008 - 08.2009
- Resolved concerns with products or services to help with retention and drive sales
- Provided customer service to customers inquiring about their mobile insurance
- Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO01-2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, COSkills
- PCQI Certification
- HACCP and GMP Auditing
- Monitoring food safety equipment and calibrations for proper use
- Food Safety Risk Analysis
- Finished goods testing
- Implementing Food Safety plans and procedures
- Monitoring food safety and sanitation regulations, standards, and procedures
- Preparing and maintaining food safety records
- Investigating and resolving food safety incidents
- Monitoring and investigating food safety issues and determining corrective actions
- Environmental Monitoring Program
Certification
PCQI Certified, Present
Timeline
Quality Assurance Specialist
Dawn Foods
12.2021 - 10.2024
Driver
Lyft
09.2019 - 10.2020
Delivery Driver
Amazon
11.2017 - 12.2018
Traffic Control
Colorado Barricade
03.2017 - 11.2017
Field Officer / Recruiter / Trainer / Canvasser
Terra Strategies
09.2016 - 11.2016
Warehouse / Machine Operator / Shipping
Prime Source Staffing
11.2014 - 08.2016
Customer Service Representative / Order Processor
Comcast Greenwood
04.2014 - 09.2016
Customer / Technical Support Representative
Project Resource Group
10.2011 - 04.2014
Quality Assurance / Customer Service Representative
ECreek Solutions
08.2009 - 02.2011
Customer Service / Sales Representative
Asurion
02.2008 - 08.2009
PCQI Certified, Present
High School Diploma -
Emily Griffith Technical College
Some College (No Degree) -
Metropolitan State University of Denver
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