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Nikie Lavallie

Winthrop,MN

Summary

Results-driven Quality Control professional with extensive experience at Michael Foods, adept at reducing customer complaints through effective root cause analysis and corrective actions. Skilled in product inspection and documentation, I foster teamwork and promote safety compliance, ensuring adherence to quality management systems and enhancing overall product reliability.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Control Technician

Forsman Farms
01.2024 - Current
  • Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
  • Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
  • Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
  • Collaborated with production staff to improve processes, reduce defects and optimize quality.

Quality Lead

Michael Foods
10.2008 - 02.2022
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address root causes of quality issues, resulting in improved processes and products.
  • Reduced customer complaints by identifying areas for improvement and initiating corrective actions.
  • Developed quality policies, procedures, and work instructions tailored to the specific needs of the organization.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding their concerns or inquiries related to product quality or safety.
  • Led a team of quality inspectors to ensure consistent adherence to industry standards and company policies.
  • Promoted teamwork and collaboration within the Quality team, leading to increased productivity and overall job satisfaction.
  • Documented nonconforming material and reported to appropriate team leaders for review and assessment.
  • Supported quality control assessments on manufacturing floor.

Education

High School Diploma - General Studies

Four Winds
Fort Totten, ND
05.2006

Skills

  • Product inspection
  • Visual inspection
  • Equipment calibration
  • Inspections and reviews
  • Workplace safety
  • Test method validation
  • Documentation skills
  • Auditing techniques
  • Production troubleshooting
  • Calibration standards
  • Product sampling
  • Data interpretation
  • Sampling methods
  • Testing procedures
  • Quality management systems
  • Laboratory safety
  • Quality control coordination
  • Line inspection
  • Raw materials testing
  • GMP auditing
  • Measurement tools
  • Attention to detail
  • Quality issue identification
  • Quality control data compilation
  • Safety compliance
  • Documentation
  • Multitasking
  • Finished goods inspection
  • Safety procedures
  • Laboratory equipment calibration
  • Staff training
  • Materials inspections
  • Critical thinking
  • Raw materials receiving
  • Quality sops development
  • Operations monitoring
  • QMS
  • Word processing

Certification

Fork lift certificate

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Quality Control Technician

Forsman Farms
01.2024 - Current

Quality Lead

Michael Foods
10.2008 - 02.2022

High School Diploma - General Studies

Four Winds

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