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Rachel Wanemacher

Plymouth,WI

Summary

Dynamic quality leader with experience at Johnsonville Sausage, specializing in quality assurance and regulatory compliance. Adept at fostering team collaboration and driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring exceptional product quality and operational excellence.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

FSQ Quality Leader - Back Up

Johnsonville Sausage
Sheboygan Falls, WI
02.2024 - Current
  • Executed comprehensive paperwork reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conducted plant audits to verify adherence to safety and quality protocols.
  • Monitored critical control points to identify and mitigate potential risks.
  • Collaborated with team on root cause analysis to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Trained team members on food safety practices according to HACCP plans and SOPs.
  • Maintained international quality standards across all operations consistently.
  • Utilized Redzone for compliance tracking and monitoring of production lines.

Line Leader - Back Up

Johnsonville Sausage
Sheboygan Falls, WI
04.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw production operations on packaging lines, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate records of line performance and employee hours using Redzone.
  • Trained team members on human safety and food safety protocols.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among coworkers through effective communication techniques.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting production and process-related issues as needed.
  • Adhered to all compliance policies to maintain regulatory standards.
  • Enhanced operational effectiveness by implementing best practices in production processes.

Pack Member

Johnsonville Sausage
Sheboygan Falls, WI
05.2022 - Current
  • Achieved high efficiency in product production on packaging line.
  • Completed skill blocks for targeted skill position paperwork.
  • Maintained strict adherence to company policies.
  • Attained certification as a trainer, enhancing team capabilities.

Operations Manager

Bed Bath & Beyond
Sheboygan, Wisc
10.2013 - 03.2022
  • Directed sales staff to achieve performance targets and enhance productivity.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing freight logistics to optimize inventory flow.
  • Oversaw central invoice processing (CIP) to ensure accuracy in billing.
  • Scheduled staff shifts effectively to align with operational needs.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Manufacturing Management

Lakeshore Technical College
Cleveland, WI
05-2025

Skills

  • Quality assurance and control
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Team collaboration and support
  • Effective communication skills
  • Corrective action implementation
  • Internal auditing processes

Certification

  • Supervisory Essentials- Lakeshore Technical College, Dec 2024
  • ISO 9001 - Lakeshore Technical College, May 2025
  • HACCP Certified - UW Madison, Oct 2024
  • Advanced Listeria Workshop - UW Madison, June 2025

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

FSQ Quality Leader - Back Up

Johnsonville Sausage
02.2024 - Current

Line Leader - Back Up

Johnsonville Sausage
04.2023 - Current

Pack Member

Johnsonville Sausage
05.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

Bed Bath & Beyond
10.2013 - 03.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Manufacturing Management

Lakeshore Technical College