Irma Chavez
Eagle Mountain,UT
Summary
Dynamic FSQA Supervisor with proven expertise at Daily's Premium Meat in quality assurance management and food safety compliance. Skilled in incident investigation and employee training, I successfully implemented corrective actions that enhanced operational efficiency and improved product inspection accuracy. Adept at fostering teamwork and building strong relationships across departments.
Experienced with food safety and quality assurance protocols. Utilizes expertise in compliance and regulatory standards to ensure product quality and safety. Track record of leading teams and implementing efficient quality control measures.
Experienced food safety and quality assurance professional with strong background in ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Skilled in leading teams, implementing quality control processes, and driving continuous improvement in production environments. Known for reliability, adaptability, and results-focused approach to managing dynamic operational needs. Proven ability to foster collaboration, enhance efficiency, and maintain high standards in all aspects of food safety and quality assurance.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FSQA Supervisor
Daily's Premium Meat
12.2010 - Current
- Managed a team of quality assurance technicians, providing guidance on daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Implemented corrective actions to eliminate the root causes of non-conformance incidents.
- Ensured compliance with SQF and USDA regulations governing food safety and quality assurance.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to maintain a clean and safe working environment for employees.
- Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
- Optimized product testing methods for more accurate results in a shorter amount of time.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all FSQA activities, including audit findings, corrective actions, and training records.
- Worked closely with production staff to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in food safety practices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address and resolve FSQA-related issues promptly.
- Reported production malfunctions to managers and production supervisors.
- Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
Assistant Manager
Mc Donalds
06.2007 - 12.2010
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
Education
No Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City05-2012
High School Diploma -
El Aposento Alto
Lima, Peru12-2002
Skills
- Quality control techniques
- Incident investigation
- Microbiological testing
- Chemical handling
- Employee training
- Food safety compliance
- Product inspection
- Sampling procedures
- Equipment calibration
- Goal setting
- Training and development
- Professionalism
- Product Inspections
- Data collection
- Documentation control
- Quality inspection
- Team building
- Employee supervision
- Quality control tests
- Relationship building
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- HACCP implementation
- GMP auditing
- Corrective action planning
Accomplishments
- Led daily Pre-Op Inspection team, ensuring sanitation compliance. before production startup and reducing startup delays.
- Supervised QA Pre-Op team across multiple departments, maintaining, and SSOP adherence during sanitation transition.
- Trained QA team on visual and ATP inspection techniques, increasing detection of sanitation issues prior to production startup.
- Implemented a QA coaching system, giving regular feedback that improved performance and confidence among new and experienced technicians.
- Facilitated monthly QA team meeting, providing a space for open communication, updates, and recognition of individual and team contributions.
- Lead QA team through multiple successful audits, ensuring roles were clearly assigned, documents were complete, and the team was confident during auditor walkthrough.
- Responsible for final product release, ensuring all QA checks, lab results, and documentation meet company and regulatory standards.
Certification
- CQT - Certified Quality Technician
- HACCP Certification
- Advanced HACCP
- SQF Certification
- Sanitary Transport of Human and Animal Food
- Food Safety & Sanitation for Food Manufacturers
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
FSQA Supervisor
Daily's Premium Meat
12.2010 - Current
Assistant Manager
Mc Donalds
06.2007 - 12.2010
No Degree - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
Salt Lake Community College
High School Diploma -
El Aposento Alto
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