Ira Rubio
Swedesboro
Summary
Hardworking and reliable Quality Control Supervisor with strong ability in monitoring GMPs and auditing paperwork. Offering a practical approach to management. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Manager
70 West Main
Penns Grove
06.2022 - Current
- Led sales team to develop strategies for market penetration.
- Analyzed customer feedback to improve product offerings.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives on best practices.
- Researched industry trends to identify new business opportunities.
- Developed sales plans, goals, strategies and objectives to achieve team goals and revenue objectives.
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Created and presented monthly reports to management on sales performance.
- Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
- Provided technical support for customers when needed, answering questions about product features and capabilities.
- Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions between customers and company representatives.
- Analyzed customer data to identify trends, preferences, and opportunities for growth.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding sales and service.
- Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
Quality Control Supervisor
Thomas Foods USA
Swedesboro
08.2016 - 11.2022
- Handled all scheduling procedures for department and directed team members in setting and achieving goals.
- Kept records of quality reports and statistical reviews.
- Supervised and guided inspectors, technicians and other staff.
- Enforced adherence to quality assurance procedures by reviewing subordinate's testing reports and following up on any deviations.
- Supervised onboarding and training of new personnel to maximize capacities of quality assurance team.
- Monitored QA procedures for adherence by employees, notifying personnel of non-compliance issues.
- Consulted with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
- Investigated and determined the cause of faulty work.
- SQF certified.
- Conducted 2020 SQF Audit and maintained an Excellent rating.
- Oversaw quality control inspections to ensure product compliance with safety standards.
- Trained staff on quality control protocols and safety procedures.
- Collaborated with production teams to resolve quality-related issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records of quality control activities and inspection results.
- Conducted inspections with quality control team members.
- Investigated customer complaints and initiated corrective action plans.
- Participated in internal audits as well as third-party vendor audits.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed during all testing procedures.
- Documented all inspection results in the company database system.
- Trained new employees on proper use of inspection tools and techniques.
- Conducted root cause analysis for non-conformances and reported findings.
- Checked calibration certificates and administered system to keep instrumentation accuracy compliant with known standards.
Quality Control Technician
Thomas Foods USA
Swedesboro
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Compared samples to standards and specifications by performing detailed measurements and tests.
- Inspected equipment, machinery and facility conditions to report concerns and suggest maintenance to deliver consistent and high-quality meat products.
- Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
- Conducted daily fat percentage tests on product samples and recorded results.
- Conducted routine inspections of meat products for quality and safety compliance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to company standards and regulations.
- Utilized testing equipment to assess product quality and detect defects.
- Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues in real-time.
- Completed data capture forms, equipment logbooks or inventory forms to support testing procedures.
- Interpreted test results, compared to specifications and control limits and recommended data for release.
- Investigated or reported questionable test results.
- Identified and troubleshot equipment problems.
- Compiled laboratory test data and performed analyses.
- Calibrated, validated or maintained laboratory equipment.
- Participated in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen events aimed at improving overall quality levels within the organization.
- Analyzed production accuracy to formulate corrective action plans.
- Investigated supplier problems associated with defective materials received from outside vendors in order to determine root causes of failure.
- Recorded lot numbers and serial numbers in ERP system for traceability of produced items.
- Provided lab staff with samples for testing to check quality and safety of finished products.
Quality Control Technician
Ready Pac Llc.
Swedesboro
10.2011 - 07.2015
- Provided lab staff with samples for testing to check quality and safety of finished products.
- Examined samples of raw materials before use in production of ready-to-eat cut produce.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Randomly selected products at various stages of production for evaluation.
- Inspected and proofread finished product labels to check accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salem Memorial High School
Salem, NJLicense in Cosmetology - Cosmetology Education
Salem Vo-Tech School of Cosmetology
Woodstown, NJSkills
- Employee training
- In-house Micro tests
- Quality assurance experience
- Administrative support
- Team management
- SQF compliance
- Focused on quality
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Sales Manager
70 West Main
06.2022 - Current
Quality Control Supervisor
Thomas Foods USA
08.2016 - 11.2022
Quality Control Technician
Thomas Foods USA
08.2015 - 08.2016
Quality Control Technician
Ready Pac Llc.
10.2011 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
Salem Memorial High School
License in Cosmetology - Cosmetology Education
Salem Vo-Tech School of Cosmetology