MARISOL NAVARRO
Ceres,CA
Summary
Bilingual dedicated and detail-oriented Safety Coordinator with over 4 years of experience in food safety compliance, employee safety training, sanitation procedures, and regulatory audits. Proven ability to lead safety initiatives, conduct through inspections, implement safety protocols, and promote a strong safety culture in fast-paced production environments. Fluent in Spanish and committed to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
Professional with extensive experience in quality control and compliance within manufacturing environments. Conducted thorough inspections of raw materials and finished products, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements. Developed and implemented testing procedures that enhanced accuracy in product assessments, while collaborating with production teams to resolve quality issues effectively. Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to the reduction of product defects and the establishment of robust quality control protocols.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Select Harvest Usa
Turlock, California
07.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of raw materials and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Developed and implemented testing procedures, resulting in improved accuracy and reliability of product assessments.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Assisted in the development of quality control protocols, contributing to a reduction in product defects.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and streamline operational workflows.
- Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
- Examined samples of raw materials before use in production.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
- Created SOPs related to the Quality Control process in order to ensure consistent application across multiple departments.
- Provided lab staff with samples for testing to check quality and safety of finished products.
- Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
- Participated in continuous improvement activities such as Kaizen events aimed at improving overall quality levels within the organization.
- Calibrated, validated or maintained laboratory equipment.
Inspector - Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Processing Tomato Advisory Board
Modesto, USA
07.2022 - 07.2025
- Performed real-time inspections of raw agricultural products to verify quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance before production.
- Utilized calibrated lab equipment to test pH, Brix (soluble solids) viscosity, and product color, ensuring alignment with USDA and client specifications.
- Monitored sampling procedures to ensure statistically valid data collection and minimized sampling bias.
- Documented inspection findings using digital systems and contributed to monthly quality trend reports for process improvement.
- Communicated quality deviations to production managers and worked collaboratively to implement timely corrective actions.
- Documented inspection data and collaborated with production teams to meet safety and quality benchmarks.
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Assisted in training new inspectors on safety protocols and standards.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
Food and Plant Safety Coordinator
O-G Packing & Cold Storage
Stockton, USA
04.2020 - 06.2025
- Lead all safety initiatives for the facility, including preparing and delivery safety training sessions for over 30 seasonal and full-time staff.
- Develop and enforce comprehensive food and workplace safety policies, ensuring compliance with HACCP, SSOP, SOP, and GMP standards.
- Supervise cleaning and and sanitation operations, managing the correct use of chemicals and verifying sanitation logs to ensure compliance with with USDA and FDA guidelines.
- Coordinate and conduct internal audits, maintain accurate documentation, and recommend corrective/preventative actions to resolve safety non-conformities.
- Draft and revise safety manuals, training documentation, and emergency response procedures to reflect the latest regulations and best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to investigate safety incidents, identify root causes, and implement process improvements to prevent recurrence.
- Managed MSDS logs and updated safety manuals; ensured chemical handling aligned with OSHA standards.
- Served as point of contact during USDA, FDA, and third-party audits-achieved perfect scores with minor corrective actions.
- Implemented daily county audit walkthroughs, ensuring export readiness before production began.
Front Office Receptionist
O-G Packing
03.2013 - 04.2020
- Coordinated new hire orientations and maintained accurate safety training records.
- Provided administrative support for audits, employee files, and staffing logistics.
- Developed and improved front office procedure to streamline data entry, visitor logging, and contractor sign-in protocols, improving audit traceability.
- Provided Spanish-English translation during HR orientations, safety meetings, and communication of facility policies.
- Managed front desk operations, greeting visitors and ensuring a professional atmosphere to enhance client relations.
Merchant Teller
Wells Fargo
Ceres, USA
09.2002 - 06.2010
- Managed high-volume cash transactions accurately and efficiently for commercial clients, maintaining a daily drawer balance of up to $25,000 with zero discrepancies.
- Processed business deposits, change orders, and wire transfers while adhering to strict financial controls and fraud prevention protocols.
- Applied risk assessment practices by monitoring transactions for red flags and reporting suspicious activity in compliance with BANK SECRECY ACT and ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING regulations.
- Delivered professional and courteous service to high-value clients, resolving inquiries and escalating complex issues to management when needed.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and consistency in a high-responsibility environment.
- Assisted customers with account inquiries and transactions, enhancing service quality and fostering customer loyalty.
- Identified and reported discrepancies in cash handling, contributing to the reduction of errors and increased accountability.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Balanced bank's vault of daily cash for withdrawals and deposits.
- Handled cash transactions, balanced cash drawers, performed loan payments, and issued cashier's checks.
- Kept teller window areas clean, organized, and fully stocked.
- Greeted customers and identified their banking needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ceres High School
Ceres, CASkills
- Safety training and compliance (HACCP, GMP, SOP, SSOP)
- OSHA / Cal-OSHA Regulations
- Internal & external audits
- Audit Readiness (County, USDA, FDA)
- Incident Reporting & Risk mitigation
- Root cause analysis & corrective action
- Sanitation Documentation / SOP Logs
- MSDS / Chemical Inventory & PPE Safety
- Bilingual Safety Training (English & Spanish)
- Chemical and sanitation management
- Team leadership & supervision
- Fluent in English & Spanish
- Microsoft office
- Quality control protocols
- Calibration procedures
- Chemical handling
- Equipment calibration
Certification
- HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points)
- GMP, SOP, SSOP Procedures
- CPR Certified
Languages
- English
- Spanish, Native/Bilingual
- English, Fluent
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Select Harvest Usa
07.2025 - Current
Inspector - Quality Assurance & Quality Control
Processing Tomato Advisory Board
07.2022 - 07.2025
Food and Plant Safety Coordinator
O-G Packing & Cold Storage
04.2020 - 06.2025
Front Office Receptionist
O-G Packing
03.2013 - 04.2020
Merchant Teller
Wells Fargo
09.2002 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Ceres High School