Melissa I. Saucedo
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Avid individual with proven quality assurance background and experience in fast-paced environments. Expertise in structured testing and supporting operational efficiency and safety. Looking for the opportunity to refine and demonstrate my skills and work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Testing Technician
NuSil Technology
Bakersfield, California
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted pH, viscosity, volatility, tensile, moisture/heat cure, and Wijs titrations testing to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Performed routine quality assurance testing on silicone materials to verify product consistency.
- Maintained accurate logs and documentation to support audit readiness and quality review processes.
- Prepare and process samples from submission through disposal in compliance with regulations
- Support hazardous waste disposal and expired supply management
Medical Back Office Technician
Acuity Retina Group
Bakersfield, California
05.2023 - 02.2025
- Collected patient vitals, performed diagnostic testing, and organized charts for specialists.
- Managed medication counts, updated inventory records, and ensured accuracy between Excel logs and company systems.
- Completed medication counts, updated inventory records, and matched excel logs with company systems.
- Coordinated inventory management of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for clinical staff.
- Prepared exam rooms and restocked supplies, medications, and injections each day.
- Trained new team members on back office procedures, improving team onboarding and operational consistency.
Utility Technician
Frito Lay
Bakersfield, California
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Implemented lockout/tagout procedures and sanitized machines and conveyor belts to maintain compliance and hygiene standards.
- Diagnosed and resolved simple machine issues to minimize downtime.
- Executed general labor, cleaning, and maintenance tasks to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Constructed boxes and packed items for shipment in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Quality Control Technician
Califia Farms
Bakersfield, California
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Conducted quality inspections to verify adherence to specifications.
- Verified net weight, torque specs, labeling, and lot codes
- Placed holds on products with quality deviations and released compliant lots after thorough review.
- Conducted post-CIP swabs and analyzed product samples
- Plated and analyzed microbiology samples (E.) coli, APC, coliforms, lactobacillus)
- Calibrated lab equipment and maintained accurate inventory logs to ensure operational readiness.
- Collaborated with production personnel concerning any changes made during the manufacturing process which could affect product quality or reliability.
Quality Control Specialist
Alaska General Seafoods
Naknek, Alaska
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted audits of machinery and supported QA checks to uphold quality control protocols
- Conducted routine inspections of seafood products for quality assurance
- Performed swabbing of plant surfaces for Listeria, APC, E. coli, and coliforms to ensure compliance with safety standards
- Documented deviations in quality control processes to inform management of potential issues. and corrective actions to management
- Collaborated with team to monitor cannery production processes, ensuring adherence to quality specifications
Quality Control Technician I
Unisea Inc.
Dutch Harbor, Alaska
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Performed routine production quality checks and logged data to maintain product quality standards
- Conducted visual inspections and weight tests on raw products in processing areas.
- Monitored environmental conditions in processing areas to ensure product safety standards were met.
- Conducted PPE and food safety inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Led weekly safety discussions to discuss food safety and quality
Education
High School -
South High School
Bakersfield, CA05-2018
Skills
- pH testing and titration
- Gas chromatography analysis
- Laboratory equipment calibration
- Hazardous waste management
- Inventory control
- Computer proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Bilingual: Spanish
- Quality assurance
- Excel expertise
Timeline
Quality Testing Technician
NuSil Technology
02.2025 - Current
Medical Back Office Technician
Acuity Retina Group
05.2023 - 02.2025
Utility Technician
Frito Lay
11.2022 - 04.2023
Quality Control Technician
Califia Farms
08.2020 - 06.2022
Quality Control Specialist
Alaska General Seafoods
05.2020 - 08.2020
Quality Control Technician I
Unisea Inc.
01.2019 - 07.2019
High School -
South High School