NICODEMUS BLANCHARD
Kenosha
Summary
Accomplished Quality Assurance Manager with expertise in analyzing quality control data, directing product testing, and implementing corrective action plans. Proven track record in coordinating quality control equipment and leading process improvement initiatives. I have a proven track record with attention to detail and complaint investigation in an effort to drive excellence in quality assurance for a new team.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FSQA Manager
Agropur Cooperative
08.2025 - Current
- Created a food safety culture within 30 days
- Developed a hold and release program to reduce FM complaints by 40%
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on quality control procedures.
- Oversee and enforce the food safety and quality standards for separate production facilities that produce cheddar and liquid whey.
- FDA and USDA onsite
FSQA Manager
Grecian Delight
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Investigated customer complaints related to product quality or safety issues.
- Lead SQA and SQF audits
- Maintain professional relationship with agencies such as FDA, USDA.
- Collaborated with production staff to improve efficiency through process optimization initiatives.
- Documented any violations or discrepancies identified during inspections in order to track progress over time.
- Oversee the RTE Facility (USDA)
- Oversee the Pita Bakery Facility (FDA)
- Prepared and tested food samples for quality control purposes.
Quality Assurance Manager
Logoplaste
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Oversight of the HDPE bottling production plant
- Oversight of the PET bottling production plant
- Lead SQF Audit
- Achieved 100% audit compliance
- Directed tracking of defects, test results, or other
- Oversaw workers including supervisors, inspectors, and laboratory workers engaged in testing activities.
- Directed, updated and managed the Food Safety Program
- Evaluated new equipment or technology that could enhance the efficiency of the QA process.
- Implemented corrective action plans for non-conforming materials and products.
Quality Assurance Manager
Alpla
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Reviewed customer complaints and generated corrective actions when necessary.
- Communicated and corresponded with customers and suppliers regarding quality issues, problems and complaints.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Conducted audits of internal processes and procedures to ensure conformance to ISO 9001 standards.
- Reviewed and approved quality plans submitted by contractors.
- Generated and maintained quality control operated budgets.
Quality Assurance Manager
Cargill
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Monitored supplier performance through regular reviews of key indicators.
- Led diverse workgroups and teams through process and product improvement initiatives.
- Performed root cause analysis of production issues related to quality assurance.
- Oversee and managed the food safety program for individual sites. Slaughter and Finished good packaging.
- Lead BRC Audits
- Produced reports regarding nonconformance of products and processes, daily production quality, root cause analyses, and quality trends.
- Identified critical points in manufacturing process and specified sampling procedures to be used at these points.
FSQA Superintendent
Smithfield Foods
11.2016 - 10.2018
- Reviewed customer complaints and generated corrective actions when necessary.
- Developed and implemented quality assurance processes to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
- Conducted audits of internal processes and procedures to ensure conformance to FSIS and ISO 9001 standards.
- Implemented corrective action plans for non-conforming materials and products.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding defective parts or products and took appropriate action.
- Conducted in-house inspections to verify compliance to quality programs and processes.
- Worked closely with USDA daily to ensure conformity.
Preventive Medicine Specialist
Army
04.2012 - 10.2016
- Monitored product quality during processing, storage, transportation, and distribution activities.
- Conducted inspections of food production facilities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Investigated complaints related to food safety issues from consumers or other sources.
- Facilitated meetings between company representatives and regulatory authorities as necessary.
- Performed routine sanitary inspections to ensure cleanliness of equipment and facility areas.
Education
Bachelor - Public Health
American Military University
Ranson, WV05.2016
Skills
- Experience managing the quality assurance and food safety team at multiple production sites
- Food Safety implementation experience
- Driving Food Safety Culture
- Complaint investigation
- Quality assurance background
- USDA
- FDA
- HACCP
- PCQI
- Leading environmental monitoring programs
- Audit Experience: SQF, BRC, SQA, FDA, USDA
Certification
HACCP
Timeline
FSQA Manager
Agropur Cooperative
08.2025 - Current
FSQA Manager
Grecian Delight
02.2025 - 08.2025
Quality Assurance Manager
Logoplaste
01.2023 - 02.2025
Quality Assurance Manager
Alpla
12.2020 - 12.2022
Quality Assurance Manager
Cargill
11.2018 - 12.2020
FSQA Superintendent
Smithfield Foods
11.2016 - 10.2018
Preventive Medicine Specialist
Army
04.2012 - 10.2016
Bachelor - Public Health
American Military University