Mary Jalissa Burks
USDA
Forest,USA
20
years of professional experience
Professional with experience in ensuring consumer safety through thorough inspections and compliance checks. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting well to changing needs. Skilled in hazard analysis, regulatory compliance, and safety protocols. Dependable and effective in maintaining high standards and delivering impactful outcomes.
Work History
Consumer Safety Inspector GS 9
5 Years 7 Months- Ensured compliance with USDA, FSIS, and federal food safety regulations in high-volume production environments. Conducted detailed inspections, verified HACCP and sanitation procedures, assessed animal welfare standards, and documented non-compliance to safeguard public health. Demonstrated strong decision-making, communicated effectively with plant management, and enforced regulatory requirements to uphold safety and quality of food products.
- 40-50 hrs per wk
- Supervisor Georgia Triplett
- 601-732-3095
- Quality Assurance
Quality Assurance Analyst
3 Years- Ensured Tyson Foods’ products met strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards through hands-on quality assurance practices. Monitored production processes, conducted inspections, verified sanitation and HACCP procedures, and documented deviations to uphold compliance with USDA and company requirements. Known for accuracy, strong communication, and a commitment to delivering safe, high-quality food products.
- 40 hrs/wk
- Supervisor Jennifer Davis
- 601-469-7600
Customer Service Representative
3 Years- Supported customers at Lowe’s Home Improvement by guiding product selections, resolving issues, and enhancing overall shopping experience. Handled inquiries and processed transactions while coordinating with departments to maintain a friendly, solution-oriented service. Known for strong communication, reliability, and the ability to deliver consistent service in a fast-paced retail environment.
- 40 hrs/WK
- Store Manager Jason Mitchell
- 601-992-8475
Bookkeeping
7 Years- Maintained clean, accurate financial records and supported day-to-day business operations. Handled billing, vendor payments, deposits, and monthly reconciliations, providing essential administrative and financial support. Valued for professionalism, confidentiality, and a steady, organized approach to financial management.
- Worked 40 hours per week to ensure consistent business operations.
- Managed store operations for Todd Vowell, ensuring efficient performance.
- 601-469-4650
Education
BSA - Accounting w/ public accounting concentration
- Awards: Dean list (Spring 2026)
- The National Society of Leadership of Success
- Expected Graduation December 2026/ BSA Accounting w/Public accounting Concentration
- GPA: 3.03
Skills
Regulatory compliance
HACCP compliance
Food safety testing
Quality control inspection
Non-compliance reporting
Non-compliance investigation
Corrective action
Hazard assessment
Document review
Excel proficiency
Honors and membership
Dean List, National Society of Leadership of success
Qualifications
- 3 years of bookkeeping experience
- 63 semester hour accounting/auditing
- Advanced in word, excel, and PowerPoint
Timeline
Consumer Safety Inspector GS 9
USDA
01.2021 - CurrentRead More
Quality Assurance Analyst
Tyson Foods
01.2018 - 01.2021Read More
Customer Service Representative
Lowes Home Improvement
01.2015 - 01.2018Read More
Bookkeeping
Vowell’s Market Place
01.2007 - 01.2014Read More
Belhaven University
BSA from Accounting w/ public accounting concentration
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