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Joshua Zink

Rochester,NY

Summary

Results-driven professional seeking a position in quality control, equipped with a robust background in ensuring product compliance and optimizing processes for superior operational efficiency. Expertise in leveraging analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail to maintain and elevate stringent quality standards. Proven track record of implementing effective quality assurance measures that drive continuous improvement and enhance overall productivity. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence and reliability within the organization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

QC Tech 2

LiDestri Food and Drink
02.2025 - 07.2025
  • Increased accuracy in testing results through regular maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, guidelines, and best practices.
  • Documented quality control procedures and record-keeping practices, ensuring a comprehensive archive of data for future reference and analysis.
  • Participated in interdepartmental meetings for better communication between Quality Control and other functional areas such as Production or Engineering departments.
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and implementing corrective actions.
  • Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration on testing equipment.
  • Reported problems and concerns to management.

Shift Coordinator

Oregon Freeze Dry Inc.
06.2021 - 08.2024
  • Assigned tasks and monitored employee performance to ensure completion of daily goals.
  • Ensured adherence to safety regulations by all staff members.
  • Developed training programs for new employees and provided ongoing coaching and mentoring.
  • Supervised the day-to-day operations of the shift team, delegating tasks as needed.
  • Assigned tasks to employees and monitored work for compliance with standards.
  • Reviewed work for adherence to tight quality standards.
  • Complied with company safety procedures, policies and regulations to promote safe working environment.
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored activities and task completion.
  • Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Developed and implemented quality control protocols for food manufacturing processes.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles such as Kaizen events and 5S methodology.
  • Ensured proper food safety standards were met at all times.

Machine Operator

Keurig Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
01.2020 - 06.2021
  • Detected work-piece defects and machine malfunctions, maintaining apparatus to prevent future issues.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function.
  • Responsible for recording and monitoring HACCP according to GMP and governmental regulations.
  • Performed CIP and COP in a thorough and timely manner.
  • Ensured the line was up and running with minimal downtime to maximize production

Sanitation Specialist

Freeze Dried Foods
11.2018 - 12.2019
  • Handled and stored hazardous chemicals safely to prevent injury or illness.
  • Responded promptly to requests to clean and sanitize areas after accidents.
  • Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
  • Identified major repair and maintenance needs and notified management of concerns.
  • Responsible for disassembling all machines and thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing.
  • Inspected all machines with QC manager at the end of shift to ensure machines were clean and ready for production.

Packaging Line Operator

Freeze Dried Foods
03.2018 - 11.2018
  • Processed finished product by moving through packaging machines.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques for packaging, equipment operation and inventory management.
  • Maintained packaging machinery operations by monitoring codes, and dates.
  • Inspected items and accepted or rejected products according to acceptability standards determined by Good Manufacturing Principles, customer requirements and standard operating procedures.

PSE Clerk

USPS
06.2015 - 03.2018
  • Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
  • Supported shipping and receiving needs by loading and unloading transportation vehicles and containers.
  • Loaded letters into automated processing equipment and maintained continuous flow when feeding letters to be sorted.
  • Offered support and advice to newer personnel to improve performance.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment to move large items and containers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Services

Monroe Community College
Rochester, NY

Skills

  • Performance Management

  • QC

  • Quality assurance standards

  • Documentation ability

  • Laboratory techniques

  • Equipment calibration

  • Quality control expertise

  • GMP compliance

  • Workplace safety

  • Documentation skills

  • Visual inspection

  • Quality management systems

  • Product inspection

  • Testing procedures

  • Quality auditing

Certification

Forklift certified

HACCP certified

Experience

["Postal Service Clerks"],["Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders"],["Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners"],["Production Workers, All Other"]

Education and Training

other

Timeline

QC Tech 2

LiDestri Food and Drink
02.2025 - 07.2025

Shift Coordinator

Oregon Freeze Dry Inc.
06.2021 - 08.2024

Machine Operator

Keurig Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
01.2020 - 06.2021

Sanitation Specialist

Freeze Dried Foods
11.2018 - 12.2019

Packaging Line Operator

Freeze Dried Foods
03.2018 - 11.2018

PSE Clerk

USPS
06.2015 - 03.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Services

Monroe Community College

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