Paulo Matos
Hillside,NJ
Summary
Experienced Quality Technician IV with a strong background in QA, GMP compliance, and material testing. Skilled in root cause analysis, supplier quality review, and product inspection to support release decisions and improve product integrity.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Technician IV
Bausch & Lomb
Tampa, Florida
2006.01 - 2026.08
- Compared test results with specifications and control limits to help support release decisions.
- Reviewed questionable test outcomes and recorded findings for quick resolution.
- Identified quality issues and suggested practical fixes to strengthen product integrity.
- Verified materials met required specifications before release for production use.
- Performed root cause analysis on nonconforming parts, identified corrective actions, and shared findings with management for decisions.
- Completed routine product inspections to support quality standards across components and finished products.
- Supported incoming quality control through raw material receipt and inspection.
- Checked supplier documentation for compliance with standards, regulations, and customer specifications.
- Delivered training sessions on quality assurance techniques and procedures.
- Trained employees on proper equipment use and product testing procedures.
Staging coordinator
Bausch & Lomb
Tampa, Florida
2002.03 - 2006.01
- Liaised with production, supply chain, and site teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Facilitated communication between departments to quickly resolve issues and enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored open tasks and followed up on pending requests to maintain workflow continuity.
- Transferred components into aseptic (class A) sterile clean room, disinfected components in spray down area, labeled all components prior to entering aseptic core, and verified part and lot numbers against filling and packaging batch records to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Material Handler
Bausch & Lomb
Tampa, Florida
2000.02 - 2002.03
- Picked, staged, and delivered materials to support efficient manufacturing operations using warehouse scanners and inventory systems.
- Loaded completed orders onto pallets for shipment, ensuring compliance with delivery numbers and accuracy.Operated pallet jack, motorized pallet jack,stretch wrapper. Computer entries in ERPLX,bartender systems.
- Supplied manufacturing lines with components, packaging, and finished goods.
- Followed GMP, SOP, and safety rules during material handling tasks.
- Communicated with production teams to prioritize urgent material requests.
- Updated stock locations and material records in Bausch + Lomb inventory tracking.
- Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies between inventory records and actual stock to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
Packaging Machine Operator
Bausch & Lomb
Tampa, Florida
1998.11 - 2000.02
- Monitored line speed, machine settings, and product flow to ensure efficient production runs.
- Operated multiple types of packaging machines at once to meet production deadlines.
- Performed changeovers, cleaning, and sanitizing of packaging equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems with equipment when they occurred during production runs.
- Inspected packages for seal integrity, label accuracy, and lot code placement.
- Inspected product packaging for defects or discrepancies in labeling or sealing process.
- Inspected product on lines for conformance to predetermined quality specifications.
- Verified materials, cartons, and labels matched production orders.
- Maintained detailed logs of production activities to track downtime, repair needs, and output quantities.
- Completed batch records and packaging documentation under GMP requirements.
- Ensured that all safety measures were followed while operating the machines.
- Removed jams, adjusted feeders, and restarted equipment safely.
- Report any issues relating to malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor immediately.
- Reported defective materials to department supervisors for immediate remediation.
- Collaborated with lead operators and managers to execute seamless product changeovers, minimizing downtime and material wastage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillside High School
Hillside, NJ1986-05
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Union County College
Cranford, NJSkills
- Quality assurance
- Quality inspection
- GMP compliance
- GMP documentation
- Material testing
- Sampling procedures
- Supplier quality
- Root cause analysis
Timeline
Quality Technician IV
Bausch & Lomb
2006.01 - 2026.08
Staging coordinator
Bausch & Lomb
2002.03 - 2006.01
Material Handler
Bausch & Lomb
2000.02 - 2002.03
Packaging Machine Operator
Bausch & Lomb
1998.11 - 2000.02
High School Diploma -
Hillside High School
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Union County College