Paris Winkler
Quality Lab Technician
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced Quality Technician with 2+ years of craft brewing industry knowledge. My career transition to microbiology has propelled me to search for new outlets to develop my skills further in the felids techniques, terminology and equipment. To aid in this I exemplify an ownership mentality with a sense of urgency to match my incredible work ethic. My attention to detail, grit, and overall spirit of commitment shine through the timeliness and quality of my work.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
QA Microbiology Technician
Stone Brewing
San Diego , CA
09.2021 - Current
- Performed membrane filtration on inprocess samples, finished product, and raw materials (water, malt, and flavor adjuncts).
- Performed identification and related testing in conjunction with microbial contamination.
- Mixed culture isolation, shelf-life testing, root cause analysis, basic biochemical testing (gram stains, catalase test, and oxidase test), and RT-qPCR.
- Developed and maintained sterility reports and trends using excel. Lead several investigations when sterility issues arose.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of weekly environmental testing procedures that helped the brewery achieve 100% clean on all our packaging lines.
- Played an essential role in implementing improved GMP and microbiological procedures which resulted in a 36% increase in overall cleanliness throughout the brewery.
Quality Control Lab Technician
Stone Brewing
San Diego , CA
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Conducted in-process quality checks and followed up with respective operators on necessary process adjustments if any deviations were detected. Routine analyses of process beer: Oxygen, CO2, Fill Levels, ph, Densities, Alcohols, XTFs, etc.
- Performed technical and quality systems audits of laboratory.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance on equipment parts and materials.
- Completed recordkeeping, filing and data entry duties.
- Review and update Standard Operating Procedures according to new regulations.
- Maintained accurate quality control and knowledge of GMP, FDA, USDA, AOAC, and ASBC protocols.
Quality Control Lab Technician
Firestone Walker Brewing
Paso Robles , CA
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Ran routine testing including CO2, DO, TPO, pH, ABV, OG, Ea, XTF's, and VDK's.
- Performed micro and ATP swabbing for all lines and seam checks on all can line runs.
- Frequently communicate with operators and upper management about any issues and troubleshoot when the line is down.
- Prepare media, complete inventory, and autoclave micro equipment.
- Responsible for maintaining QC analytical database and identifing any anomalies or inconsistencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA 09.2017 - 06.2021
Skills
Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
IFPTI HACCP
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
QA Microbiology Technician
Stone Brewing
09.2021 - Current
Quality Control Lab Technician
Stone Brewing
12.2020 - 09.2021
Quality Control Lab Technician
Firestone Walker Brewing
04.2020 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Food Science
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
09.2017 - 06.2021
IFPTI HACCP
IFPTI Biological Hazards
IFPTI Food Processing
IFPTI Food Traceability
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