Sonya Washington
Covington,GA
Summary
Eexperience Quality Assurance managing laboratory operations, overseeing team training, performance, upholding quality standards, conducting product testing, inspecting, audits ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in documentation, and quality control measures seeking to leverage expertise as a Quality Assurance Technician Specialist.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance/QC Laboratory Manager
HOUSE OF CHEATHAM
04.2007 - 04.2025
- Manage and oversee all quality assurance/control lab operations
- Implement and maintain quality standards
- Analyze data and identify areas for improvement
- Train and mentor lab staff
- Develop and implement testing procedures
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Conduct internal audits and inspections
- Collaborate with other departments to address quality issues
- Monitor and evaluate lab performance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Quality Assurance Technician/Packaging Specialist
GEORGIA SPICE COMPANY
02.2004 - 03.2007
- Inspect and test products for quality assurance
- Operate and maintain packaging machinery
- Ensure proper labeling and packaging of products
- Monitor product weight and ensure accuracy
- Maintain clean and organized work area
- Follow strict safety procedures and guidelines
- Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues
- Record and report production data
- Collaborate with team members to meet production goals
- Adhere to company policies and procedures
Quality Assurance Technician /Warehouse Team Leader
HALIFAX OF OAK HILL
02.2001 - 01.2004
- Ensure compliance with quality standards
- Lead warehouse team in daily operations
- Perform quality inspections on incoming materials
- Train team members on quality procedures
- Maintain accurate records of quality control tests
- Coordinate with production team to address quality issues
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations
Quality Assurance Specialist/Incoming Receiving Technician
MEDICAL MARKETING GROUP
09.1998 - 09.2000
- Conducted inspections on incoming materials and products
- Ensured compliance with quality standards and regulations
- Performed incoming material receiving inspections
- Maintained accurate records of inspection results, tests and audits.
- Calibrated measuring equipment as needed
- Identified and reported non-conforming materials
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives
- Supported the QA team in various tasks.
Education
Certificate - Warehouse Logistic Management
Atlanta Metropolitan Technical School
03.2011
Certificate - CDL Driver Course
ST. PETERSBURG VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
01.1992
Certificate - Laboratory Clinical Procedures
ALLIED CLINICAL LABORATORY
01.1991
Skills
- Decision Making
- Supervising Manufacturing Processes
- Validation Reports
- Leadership
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Audits
- Time Management
- Product Assembly
- Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
- Documentation Practices
- Operational Procedures
- Coordinated Activities
- Research Development
- Quality Standards
- QA
- Product Testing
- Management Skills
- Shipping and Receiving
Certification
Warehouse Logistic Management, 02/01/11, Atlanta Metropolitan Technical School
Notable Skills
- Decision Making
- Supervising
- Manufacturing Processes
- Validation Reports
- Leadership
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Audits
- Time Management
- Product Assembly
- Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
- Documentation Practices
- Operational Procedures
- Coordinated Activities
- Research Development
- Quality Standards
- QA Product Testing
- Management Skills
- Shipping and Receiving
Timeline
Quality Assurance/QC Laboratory Manager
HOUSE OF CHEATHAM
04.2007 - 04.2025
Quality Assurance Technician/Packaging Specialist
GEORGIA SPICE COMPANY
02.2004 - 03.2007
Quality Assurance Technician /Warehouse Team Leader
HALIFAX OF OAK HILL
02.2001 - 01.2004
Quality Assurance Specialist/Incoming Receiving Technician
MEDICAL MARKETING GROUP
09.1998 - 09.2000
Certificate - Warehouse Logistic Management
Atlanta Metropolitan Technical School
Certificate - CDL Driver Course
ST. PETERSBURG VOCATIONAL SCHOOL
Certificate - Laboratory Clinical Procedures
ALLIED CLINICAL LABORATORY
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