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Jiaying Sun

Foster City,CA

Summary

Precise Quality Assurance Manager proficient in all QA operations, policies and procedures. Experience hiring and developing individual team members. Committed to thoroughly assessing product quality and manufacturing processes to achieve excellent results and customer satisfaction.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QA Manager

Fanale Drinks - US Boba CO.
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided technical leadership in analytical method validations and transfers, ensuring the highest quality standards in boba production processes.
  • Successfully guided Fanale through its first SQF audit, establishing and maintaining compliance with GMP, GLP, and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted thorough data reviews, ensuring all testing adhered to appropriate specifications and protocols, and led investigations, deviations, and CAPAs related to laboratory testing and OOS results.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive quality assurance plans to monitor product quality and adherence to regulatory standards.

QA Coordinator

Safeway & Albertsons Manufacturing
06.2023 - 02.2024
  • Perform microbiological testing on dairy products using advanced techniques such as polymerase chain reaction (PCR), enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), and plating methods
  • Utilize EPIC software for accurate and efficient analysis of microbiological samples, ensuring precise identification and quantification of bacteria
  • Conduct routine plating procedures to isolate and identify bacterial colonies, adhering to strict aseptic techniques and laboratory safety protocols
  • Participate in internal and external audits, providing documentation and data analysis to demonstrate compliance with food safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Researcher & Developer

Umass Amherst - Department of Food Science
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Developing methods that follow sensitive 'lab-in-a-suitcase' methods for the detection of human Noroviruses and other foodborne viruses that allow for rapid detection of viruses from samples in less than 30 minutes without the need for an electrical grid
  • Investigate the application of novel disinfectants on Noroviruses and understand the effect of soil load on the efficacy of those disinfectants.

Lab Assistant

Umass Amherst - Foodborne Pathogen Detection
12.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developing methods that follow sensitive 'lab-in-a-suitcase' methods for the detection of human Noroviruses and other foodborne viruses that allow for rapid detection of viruses from samples in less than 30 minutes without the need for an electrical grid
  • Investigate the application of novel disinfectants on Noroviruses and understand the effect of soil load on the efficacy of those disinfectants.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information pertaining to research findings, methodologies, or patient data when required by regulations or ethical standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Food Science -

University of Massachusetts Amherst
05.2023

Skills

  • Proficient in conducting laboratory tests and analyzing results
  • Expertise in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis, and proficient in R for advanced statistical modeling
  • Knowledgeable in food and drug safety requirements and regulations
  • Analytical skills for problem recognition and decision-making
  • Ability to adapt to new situations and drive change
  • Proficiency in ensuring quality and safety including SQF, GMP, FDA, and FSPCA standards
  • Agile methodologies proficiency

Certification

PCQI Certification

HACCP Certification

SQF Practitioner Certification

Timeline

QA Manager

Fanale Drinks - US Boba CO.
11.2023 - Current

QA Coordinator

Safeway & Albertsons Manufacturing
06.2023 - 02.2024

Researcher & Developer

Umass Amherst - Department of Food Science
02.2023 - 05.2023

Lab Assistant

Umass Amherst - Foodborne Pathogen Detection
12.2022 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science in Food Science -

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Jiaying Sun