Mengesha Mengistie
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in quality assurance and regulatory compliance. Proficient in conducting inspections and implementing process improvements to ensure safety and quality standards are met. Ready to leverage expertise to drive operational excellence. Dedicated Quality Control Technician skilled in inspection, documentation, and compliance. Expertise in identifying quality issues and recommending process enhancements. Committed to ensuring product integrity and safety across production processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Grand Prairie Foods
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
05.2022 - 08.2025
- Conducted routine inspections of raw materials and finished products for quality assurance.
- Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and address quality issues promptly.
- Utilized testing equipment to evaluate product specifications and performance characteristics.
- Documented inspection results and maintained accurate records for traceability purposes.
- Participated in audits to assess compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Recommended process improvements to enhance overall product quality and efficiency.
- Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
- Assisted with training new Quality Control Technicians on proper procedures for inspecting materials and products.
- Collaborated with production personnel concerning any changes made during the manufacturing process which could affect product quality or reliability.
- Performed visual and dimensional inspections on manufactured parts.
- Examined samples of raw materials before use in production.
- Monitored daily performance of production team to identify and address issues affecting quality product output.
- Conducted frequent quality and compliance reviews of production work.
- Inspected incoming material for conformity to established requirements prior to acceptance into inventory.
- Audited finished products against applicable industry standards before releasing them for shipment.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify sources of defects or non-conformance issues in order to prevent reoccurrence.
- Investigated supplier problems associated with defective materials received from outside vendors in order to determine root causes of failure.
- Calibrated, validated or maintained laboratory equipment.
- Provided technical support to other departments as needed.
- Created SOPs related to the Quality Control process in order to ensure consistent application across multiple departments.
Food Safety Inspector
USDA
Worthington, Minnesota
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Inspected food products for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with production staff to address safety concerns during inspections.
- Inspected production areas to identify and correct unsafe or unauthorized practices.
- Conducted food safety inspections of retail and wholesale food establishments to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal health regulations.
- Maintained proper inspection, sanitation and disposal procedures to prevent contaminate food sources from being consumed.
- Used HACCP principles to assess risks of different food-related items and document findings.
Food Production Worker
Smithfield
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
05.2013 - 11.2021
- Assisted in quality control by inspecting products for defects.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Trained new employees on proper production techniques and safety measures.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members in a fast-paced environment.
- Followed all safety protocols in the production area.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to meet health standards.
Education
MBA - Business Adminstration
University of The People
Pasadena, CA07-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of The People
Pasadena, CA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Risk Management
Bahirdar University
Bahirdar, Ethiopia06-2010
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Technical documentation
- Data analysis
- Sampling methods
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Grand Prairie Foods
05.2022 - 08.2025
Food Safety Inspector
USDA
12.2021 - 05.2022
Food Production Worker
Smithfield
05.2013 - 11.2021
MBA - Business Adminstration
University of The People
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of The People
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Risk Management
Bahirdar University
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