Jessica Des Biens-Garcia
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Skilled Quality Assurance Inspector with over 7 years experience in the pharmaceutical and organic foods industry with a leadership background. Excellent machine operator with 4 years experience operating state-of-the-art packaging, labeling, and sealing machines and other types of machinery. Motivated customer service specialist with over 2 years retail experience in a fast-paced, team-based environment. Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
QA Inspector
Wellington Foods Inc.
Corona, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
- Monitored production processes to gain understanding of problematic steps and rectify issues.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Used MasterControl EBR system to inspect quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Noted trends in product quality and functionality to determine problem areas and plan for improvements to processes.
- Collected fill weight, torque removal, PH, Specific Gravity, Brix, PAA Titration readings throughout production processes to monitor levels.
- Disposed of unsound and unsafe materials, products and equipment to prevent inappropriate reuse.
- Collected and submitted retain, customer, reference,Micro and Analytical samples from beginning, middle and end of each run.
- Used Ross 8.0 to create LPN's for finished goods pallets and empty scrap from the tank in Ross system.
- Recommended architectural improvements, design solutions and integration solutions.
- Work closely with production and maintenance to ensure that every employee is following proper cGMP's.
Documentation/ Production Support
Wellington Foods Inc.
Corona, CA
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Created reports and documents and submitted production paperwork on time.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents such as pallet tags and LPN's.
- Work closely with Production Line Leads and QA Inspectors to ensure all documentation is accurate and Finished Goods are released efficiently.
Machine Operator
Wellington Foods Inc.
Corona, CA
12.2018 - 10.2019
- Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Operated CVC 302C equipment safely and efficiently on team of 12-15 employees.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed production records and identifying hold-ups.
- Maintained good maintenance practices on machines and within work area, complying with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
- Updated daily production logs with timely and accurate information, regularly informing management of special incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Maintained equipment performance by completing routine maintenance actions such as lubricating and cleaning components.
Packer
Pacifica Foods
Corona, CA
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Effectively operated pallet jacks and electric pallet jacks to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Completed more than 8 orders each day with efficient picking and packing of shipments.
- Cleaned out the Winpak and Cryovac machines in between the production of different products.
- Achieved production targets by maintaining high productivity levels and communicating effectively with team members regarding orders and fulfillment.
- Created batches of food products with specified flavor, texture, clarity, bouquet and color profiles by following production recipes and procedures.
- Maintained optimal safety levels by cleaning and sterilizing WinPak and CryoVac machines between every batch.
- Adhered to strict food safety and health practices to prevent such illnesses as E.coli and listeria from contaminating products.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and organized to promote safety, productivity and team success.
Certified Packer
M & G Jewelers Inc
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Determined maintenance requirements and assigned repairs to qualified employees.
- Read and followed standard operating procedures.
- Tighten loose stones and repair any blemishes on each piece of jewelry before being sent out for inspection.
- Attended monthly Packer Meetings with the Connecticut branch via Skype to discuss the previous month's productivity to ensure the best quality possible.
QA / Production Supervisor
Sungistix
Corona, CA
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Investigated and implement ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity and cost reduction.
- Managed product quality to guarantee compliance with quality policies, procedures and systems.
- Recommended and executed quality improvements for production and product quality.
- Maximized sales by shipping on time and accurately.
- Set up station by receiving picking and packing orders and gathering packing materials.
- Gained experience in strapping, wrapping, and picking orders. Dealt with drivers for shipping and receiving, and light CSR experience.
- Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed all standards were being maintained.
Production Lead
Jasper Technology
21858 Garcia Ln. Wanut, CA 91789
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Responsible for achieving production requirements.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Monitored product standards and quality-control programs.
- Prepared and maintained production reports and personnel records.
- Handled production line documentation for waste, downtime and output.
- Kept production line ready for monthly inspections and yearly audits by consistently following optimal processes.
Education
Associate of Arts - Music Performance/ Psychology
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA05.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Etiwanda High School
Etiwanda, CA2011
Skills
- Production procedures
- Production line management
- Quality assurance training
- OSHA regulations
- Cross-training familiarity
- Organized
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Chemical processing skillfulness
- Knowledge of HACCP, Organic, Kosher, NSF, and BRC certifications
- Data management
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
- Computer skills
- Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Team building
Timeline
QA Inspector
Wellington Foods Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Documentation/ Production Support
Wellington Foods Inc.
10.2019 - 01.2020
Machine Operator
Wellington Foods Inc.
12.2018 - 10.2019
Packer
Pacifica Foods
05.2018 - 11.2018
Certified Packer
M & G Jewelers Inc
11.2017 - 05.2018
QA / Production Supervisor
Sungistix
10.2016 - 10.2017
Production Lead
Jasper Technology
04.2015 - 08.2016
Associate of Arts - Music Performance/ Psychology
Chaffey College
High School Diploma - undefined
Etiwanda High School
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