KARI HEWITT
Salt Lake City
Summary
Quality and laboratory professional with over 20 years in regulated environments. Specializes in quality control, regulatory compliance, process improvement, and documentation management. Achieved reduced testing errors and enhanced efficiency through cross-functional collaboration and effective inventory management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Caregiver
FULL-TIME FAMILY CAREGIVER
Salt Lake City
10.2023 - 06.2026
- Provided full-time care and administrative support for a disabled family member while coordinating medical, financial, and logistical needs.
- Coordinated medical appointments and healthcare services.
- Managed Social Security Disability benefits, insurance matters, and financial obligations.
- Oversaw medication management and transportation needs.
- Facilitated a successful transition to an independent living facility.
- Demonstrated exceptional organization, problem-solving, communication, and recordkeeping skills.
Instrument Quality Control Technician III
BIOMÉRIEUX
Salt Lake City
06.2021 - 10.2023
- Performed quality control testing on newly manufactured and repaired laboratory instruments.
- Conducted preventative maintenance, calibration, and validation activities.
- Led environmental monitoring and testing initiatives to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams to improve workflows and operational efficiency.
- Supported software validation projects and troubleshooting efforts.
- Trained new employees on laboratory procedures and quality requirements.
- Managed inventory to ensure uninterrupted laboratory operations.
- Participated in internal and external audits and compliance activities.
- Streamlined QC workflow tracking through validation of new software systems.
- Reduced testing errors and improved operational efficiency.
- Enhanced laboratory functionality through software troubleshooting and validation support.
Technology Transfer Support Coordinator II
BIOMÉRIEUX
Salt Lake City
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Maintained quality systems and product tracking processes for the FilmArray product line.
- Monitored product data and resolved discrepancies to ensure product integrity.
- Coordinated cross-functional investigations related to non-conforming products.
- Facilitated workflow meetings and communicated process improvements.
- Drafted, reviewed, revised, and maintained controlled documentation.
- Supported product release activities and process improvement initiatives.
- Improved product tracking accuracy and workflow efficiency.
- Reduced product non-conformance issues through effective coordination and follow-up.
- Enhanced document management and communication processes.
Study Director
NELSON LABORATORIES
Salt Lake City
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Coordinated with clients to develop testing protocols and study requirements.
- Oversaw quality assurance activities and regulatory compliance.
- Managed laboratory studies from initiation through completion.
- Investigated testing issues and implemented corrective actions.
- Maintained study documentation and ensured compliance with current methodologies.
- Improved quality assurance processes and documentation practices.
- Strengthened client relationships through effective communication and project management.
- Supported laboratory efficiency through technical guidance and team coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion & Education
University of Utah
Associate of Science - General Studies
Salt Lake Community College
Skills
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- Regulatory Compliance & Audits
- Document Control & Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
- SOP Development & Revision
- Laboratory Operations
- Software Validation and Testing
- Root Cause Analysis & Troubleshooting
- Inventory Management
- Instrument Calibration & Validation
- Process Improvement
- Training & Mentoring
- Technical Documentation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Family Caregiver
FULL-TIME FAMILY CAREGIVER
10.2023 - 06.2026
Instrument Quality Control Technician III
BIOMÉRIEUX
06.2021 - 10.2023
Technology Transfer Support Coordinator II
BIOMÉRIEUX
08.2018 - 06.2021
Study Director
NELSON LABORATORIES
05.2016 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion & Education
University of Utah
Associate of Science - General Studies
Salt Lake Community College