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Sam Holland

Georgetown,TX

Summary

Quality management professional with robust experience in driving process improvements and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Skilled in root cause analysis, auditing, and quality control methodologies. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Manager, IFS North America

Sealed Air Corp.
08.2018 - Current
  • Implemented and maintained an ISO 9001 compliant Quality Management System for six manufacturing sites in four states.
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Managed and archived quality documentation and participated in internal and external quality audits.
  • Managed multiple certifications including FSC Chain of Custody, ISTA Certified Testing Laboratory.
  • Developed, implemented, and managed the Business Continuity Plan for multiple sites.

Strategic Project Specialist

Austin Foam Plastics, Inc.
06.2016 - 07.2018
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and high-quality output.
  • Established clear lines of communication between all parties involved in projects, preventing misunderstandings or miscommunications from jeopardizing outcomes.
  • Served as quality and production liaison in support of strategic clients.
  • Project lead on transition of business lines of major asset acquisition.

Quality Manager

Austin Foam Plastics
10.2006 - 05.2016
  • Facilitated cross-functional team collaboration, ensuring seamless communication between departments regarding quality matters.
  • Managed root cause analysis investigations, determining underlying issues in product failures and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Coordinated and oversaw periodic audits to evaluate product quality and safety and address non-conformances.

Packaging Project Manager

Austin Foam Plastics
03.2000 - 09.2006
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Participated in First Article Inspections, PPAP, and leading corrective action investigations.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Austin Community College
Austin, TX
05.1995

Skills

  • Internal auditing
  • Quality management systems
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Corrective actions
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, & Powerpoint

Timeline

Quality Manager, IFS North America

Sealed Air Corp.
08.2018 - Current

Strategic Project Specialist

Austin Foam Plastics, Inc.
06.2016 - 07.2018

Quality Manager

Austin Foam Plastics
10.2006 - 05.2016

Packaging Project Manager

Austin Foam Plastics
03.2000 - 09.2006

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Austin Community College