Michael Farrar
York,ME
Summary
Detail-oriented manufacturing professional with hands-on experience supporting quality inspection, process monitoring, documentation, and GMP compliance in regulated production environments. Skilled in pH and Brix testing, visual inspections, and safety compliance, with a proven ability to follow SOPs and identify quality issues.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Cook
Stonewall Kitchen
York, USA
08.2022 - Current
- Inspected and monitored production batches for compliance with quality, safety, and GMP standards, ensuring product integrity
- Perform in-process testing using pH and Brix meters to verify acidity, sugar levels, and product shelf stability
- Monitor cooking times, temperatures, and ingredient measurements
- Collaborated with QA and R&D teams to align product development with specifications, enhancing overall quality assurance
- Adhered to detailed standard operating procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance
- Completed production and quality documentation accurately to support traceability and compliance
- Identify and report nonconformances or food safety concerns
Lead Wash Technician
Quality Pressure Washing
Rocky Mount, USA
06.2016 - 04.2022
- Led and supervised 2–3 person crew, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards
- Inspected completed work to confirm compliance with company quality requirements
- Trained employees on procedures and safety protocols, enhancing team competency and operational safety
- Maintained equipment and documented issues requiring corrective action
- Operated and drove a 26-ft box truck to job sites
Caster
Thompson Investment Casting
Rochester, USA
08.2014 - 05.2016
- Melted and poured steel alloys, producing precision cast metal components for high-quality standards
- Manufactured firearm components and high-tolerance parts, ensuring compliance with rigorous specifications
- Monitored temperatures and casting conditions, maintaining adherence to quality specifications
- Adhered to established process controls and safety procedures while performing tasks.
- Performed visual inspections to identify defects
Education
High School Diploma / GED -
Somersworth High
Somersworth, NH03-2011
Skills
- Quality inspection and assurance
- GMP compliance
- SOP adherence
- Food safety
- Process inspection
- PH and Brix testing
- Nonconformance management
- Process monitoring
- Manufacturing processes
- Safety compliance
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Availability
Available for weekend shifts Comfortable working onsite in manufacturing environments
Timeline
Manufacturing Cook
Stonewall Kitchen
08.2022 - Current
Lead Wash Technician
Quality Pressure Washing
06.2016 - 04.2022
Caster
Thompson Investment Casting
08.2014 - 05.2016
High School Diploma / GED -
Somersworth High