NICOLE TRAYNOR E.I.
Tampa,FL
Summary
Chemical Engineer with extensive experience in quality assurance and process optimization within manufacturing environments. Currently serving as a Quality Assurance Manager, I have successfully reorganized Quality Management Systems using an ISO 9001:2015 framework, improved operational efficiencies, and led initiatives that significantly reduced environmental impact. My expertise in root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration supports enhanced manufacturing quality and consistency.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
Veterans Metal
Largo, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Reorganized and structured Veterans Metal’s Quality Management System using an ISO 9001:2015-style framework, enhancing document control and process consistency.
- Led quality assurance activities supporting metal finishing and anodizing operations, collaborating closely with production to identify process issues.
- Investigated process deviations using root cause analysis to identify contributing factors and implement practical improvements.
- Developed, implemented, and maintained quality procedures, SOPs, and work instructions to ensure process consistency and safety.
- Performed laboratory analyses and titrations to monitor anodizing chemistry and support manufacturing process control.
- Managed industrial wastewater treatment processes, maintaining environmental compliance and improving operational efficiency.
Quality Assurance Intern
Veterans Metal
Largo, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Performed analytical testing supporting anodizing manufacturing operations and quality assurance activities.
- Assisted with wastewater treatment operations and process monitoring, maintaining calibration and laboratory records.
- Supported daily manufacturing and quality activities through laboratory analysis and documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of South Florida
01-2024
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Process Optimization
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Monitoring
- Chemical Process Control
- Laboratory Documentation
- Environmental Compliance
- MATLAB
- ISO 9001:2015 QMS Development
- Root Cause Analysis
- SOP Development
- Corrective Action Support
- Analytical Testing
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Microsoft Excel
- Aspen Plus
Certification
Engineer Intern (E.I.), Florida
Engineering Projects
Yuengling Brewery Wastewater Treatment Capstone, Designed process improvements to increase biogas production and improve overall wastewater treatment efficiency., Evaluated process alternatives using engineering, process, and economic analysis., Developed technical recommendations based on process data and engineering principles.
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager
Veterans Metal
01.2025 - Current
Quality Assurance Intern
Veterans Metal
01.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of South Florida