Jennifer Rodriguez-Ruiz
Topeka,KS
Summary
Accomplished Quality Technician with a proven track record at ADM Crosswind Petfoods, enhancing product quality and reducing defect rates by implementing effective quality control processes. Skilled in in-process inspection and demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities, I significantly improved production standards. Expert in visual inspection and fostering workplace safety, my contributions have been pivotal in achieving regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Quality professional with significant experience in maintaining high standards of product quality. Known for achieving impactful results through meticulous inspections and problem-solving. Reliable team player with strong collaboration skills and adaptability to changing requirements.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician II
ADM Crosswind Petfoods
02.2014 - Current
- Sampled materials and products to conduct in-depth measurements and tests.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Collected and analyzed data to measure effectiveness of quality control processes.
- Reviewed production processes and identified potential quality issues.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Conducted investigations into questionable test results.
- 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.
- Complete work on time, accurately, and with Quality and Food Safety in mind.
- Complete individual and group departmental/QC related projects
- Follow basic GLP, GMP, and Safety standards
- Maintain QC laboratory , stocking supplies
- Maintain proper storage and organization of QC product retains
- Provide Quality support to the Operations group aiding in processing and handling of finished products and raw materials in the supervised and unsupervised situations.
- Maintain laboratory responsibilities in unsupervised situations including overtime/weekend situations on first and second shifts.
- Make confident decisions and dispositions for all physical tests
- Create and maintain finished product and raw material quality specifications
- Communicate all outstanding quality issues with the entire QC team
- Maintain and update specific product testing procedures and individual lot data on Oracle
Quality Specialist
Reser's Fine Foods
05.2010 - 01.2014
- Sampled materials and products to conduct in-depth measurements and tests.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Developed and implemented quality control processes to meet product standards.
- Inspected items and compared against standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Reported problems and concerns to management.
- Conducted data review and followed standard practices to find solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Denver West High School
Denver, CO06-1990
Skills
- In-process inspection
- Testing procedures
- Quality training
- Visual inspection
- Corrective actions
- Reporting skills
- Final inspection
- Quality metrics
- Product testing
- Sampling methods
- Process monitoring
- Calibration procedures
- Production logging
- Preventive actions
- Data collection
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Quality Technician II
ADM Crosswind Petfoods
02.2014 - Current
Quality Specialist
Reser's Fine Foods
05.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Denver West High School
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