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Mika Turner

Lexington,KY

Summary

Methodical Quality Assurance Manager with superb problem-solving and analytical abilities. Keeps meticulous records and identify and troubleshoot problems. Specialties include operational improvements, program implementation and documentation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

Lexington Brewing And Distilling Company
01.2019 - Current
  • Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality issues.
  • Assessed product quality by monitoring quality assurance metrics, reports and dashboards.
  • Conducted process and system audits to identify areas of improvement and enforce compliance with industry standards.
  • Created and maintained quality management systems to align with industry standards.
  • Monitored staff organization and suggested improvements to daily functionality.
  • Inspected products and worker progress throughout production.
  • Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
  • Determined quality department standards, practices, and procedures.
  • Specified quality requirements of raw materials with suppliers.
  • Developed quality planning for multiple new product launches by verifying customer requirements and implementing in design and production.
  • Maintained and oversaw testing and tasting of all product retention samples
  • Inspected laboratory equipment to maintain good working condition for optimal results.
  • Trained new laboratory personnel to apply proper laboratory techniques and best practices.
  • Collaborated with other departments to implement new software (Whiskey Solutions, Orchestrated Beer)
  • Developed and implemented new protocols to follow TTB guidelines.
  • Prepared for TTB audits.
  • Developed documentation for international shipping based on countries guidelines.
  • Developed and monitored clean up of infected system.

Quality Assurance Technician

Lexington Brewing And Distilling Company
12.2016 - 01.2019
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
  • Routinely tested products to align temperature, specifications, and ingredient levels with best practices and quality standards.
  • Inspected finished products for overall quality and adherence to TTB specifications.
  • Routinely conducted proof and ABV testing using distillations and Anton Paar Density Meter
  • Developed quality assurance plans by conducting hazard analyses, identifying critical control points and establishing critical limits.
  • Addressed non-conformance issues, pausing production to correct errors.
  • Educated employees on specific QA standards and confirmed maintenance of standards.
  • Updated inspection journals and daily summary logs with quality-related data.
  • Conducted micro testing on all finished goods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Asbury University
Wilmore, KY
05.2014

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Defect Identification
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Quality Assurance Guidance
  • Resolve Defects
  • Facility Improvement
  • Document Control
  • Whiskey Solutions
  • Orchestrated Beer

Timeline

Quality Assurance and Quality Control Manager

Lexington Brewing And Distilling Company
01.2019 - Current

Quality Assurance Technician

Lexington Brewing And Distilling Company
12.2016 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Asbury University

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