Michelle Bellendorf
Colby,WI
Summary
Proven leader in quality, food safety,health,environmental and safety management at Packaging Corporation of America, adept in regulatory compliance and process improvement. Excelled in enhancing audit processes and employee training, achieving significant improvements in quality control, food safety and safety standards. Skilled in quality assurance and fostering team development, demonstrating exceptional analytical and coaching abilities.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality, Food Safety, Health and Safety Manager
Packaging Corporation of America
Marshfield, WI
10.2007 - Current
- Expert in food contact, and non-food contact corrugated packaging.
- Certified Internal Auditor. Food Defense Coordinator, HACCP Coordinator, and SQF Practitioner.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategies for improving product quality.
- Reviewed customer feedback data to identify areas of improvement in the quality management system.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive food safety policies and procedures.
- Analyzed risk factors associated with process controls used throughout the facility's production lines using hazard analysis critical control point methodology.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop strategies for prevention.
- Performed supplier evaluation activities, including vendor selection based on criteria such as cost-effectiveness, and delivery times.
- Developed and implemented quality management systems to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Ensured effective implementation of corrective actions to resolve any identified issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Led audits from third-party certification bodies, including SQF and ISO 9001:2015 certification audits.
- Led and performed internal and external audits as they relate to SQF and ISO 9001:2015.
- Investigated any reported incidents or complaints related to food safety issues.
- Reviewed supplier documentation including ingredient specifications, allergen statements, certificates of analysis. prior to product acceptance
- Attended seminars and workshops related to food safety standards and regulations.
- Performed regular inspections of the facility and equipment to ensure compliance with HACCP standards.
- Determined root causes of accidents via in-depth investigations and identified potential prevention strategies to mitigate future risk.
- Established quality metrics and benchmarks to measure performance and guide strategic decision-making.
- Utilized statistical process control (SPC) and other quality tools to monitor process capability and product consistency.
- Facilitated regular quality reviews with senior management, providing insights and recommendations for quality improvement.
- Managed continuous improvement strategies to improve manufacturing margins and reduce costs.
- Trained and mentored staff on quality assurance, food safety, and safety procedures, policies, and standards.
- Coordinated product recalls and managed the communication with regulatory authorities and customers.
Education
Food Packaging Safety
Packaging Corporation of America
Chicago, IL02-2022
Food Defense And Food Fraud Management
Packaging Corporation of America
Chicago, IL02-2021
HACCP Coordinator
Packaging Corporation of America
Chicago, IL02-2020
SixSigma.us
Salt Lake City, UT06-2019
Hazmat Coordinator
Packaging Corporation of America
Chicago, IL02-2019
Internal Auditor And Root Cause Analysis
Packaging Corporation of America
Chicago, IL02-2019
SQF Practitioner
Packaging Corporation of America
Chicago IL02-2011
High School Diploma -
Colby High School
Colby, WI05-1996
Skills
- Food safety
- Regulatory compliance
- Process improvement
- External and internal auditing
- Supplier relationship management
- Quality assurance
- Employee training
Timeline
Quality, Food Safety, Health and Safety Manager
Packaging Corporation of America
10.2007 - Current
Food Packaging Safety
Packaging Corporation of America
Food Defense And Food Fraud Management
Packaging Corporation of America
HACCP Coordinator
Packaging Corporation of America
SixSigma.us
Hazmat Coordinator
Packaging Corporation of America
Internal Auditor And Root Cause Analysis
Packaging Corporation of America
SQF Practitioner
Packaging Corporation of America
High School Diploma -
Colby High School
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