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Stacy Smeltzer

Chippewa Falls,WI

Summary

Detail-oriented Quality Control Technician offering many years at various places, monitoring production to consistently produce safe and appealing Product. Excellent knowledge of quality standards and good manufacturing practices (GMP). Work exceptionally well in deadline-driven environment through prioritization and self-management. I take my Quality job very serious and I know here at Premium Water we ask for Safety and Quality as our top two priority's. I understand strongly the importance of this. I really love the quality aspect of this job and understand the responsibility's that come with it. Premium Waters is a company that I want to be at for a very long time and I hope that you will consider me for this position. I look forward to hearing from you.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Control Technician

Premium Waters
Chippewa Falls, WI
09.2022 - Current
  • Monitored production processes for quality control purposes, ensuring that all work is completed according to established standards.
  • Conducted root cause analysis to identify sources of defects or non-conformance issues in order to prevent reoccurrence.
  • Maintained accurate records on product inspection results and reported findings to management team.
  • Collaborated with production personnel concerning any changes made during the manufacturing process which could affect product quality or reliability.
  • Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
  • Provided quality support to ensure that products met quality standards and customer requirements.
  • Monitored and upheld safe operating procedures and clean area mandates to meet regulatory requirements.
  • Performed visual inspections of finished products.
  • Identified quality problems and recommended solutions.
  • Calibrated, validated or maintained laboratory equipment.
  • Maintained lab cleanliness and safety standards.
  • Identified and troubleshot equipment problems.
  • Monitored testing procedures to meet established item specifications, standard test methods or protocols.
  • Provided feedback on existing processes in order to develop more efficient methods of performing tasks while still meeting required quality standards.
  • Received and inspected raw materials.
  • Investigated or reported questionable test results.

Forklift Operator

Jobs Plus @ Premium Waters
Chippewa Falls, WI
05.2022 - 09.2024
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.

Other Quality Based Jobs

Gold n Plump
Arcadia, WI
06.2024 - 06.2024

Gold n Plump 2 years

  • Mixed Marination
  • Tested the levels of marination injected into the chickens

Abbyland Foods

  • First Time: 1 year
  • Worked with USDA to test the brains of cows (this was during Mad Cow Scare)
  • Assist on sampling brain
  • Packaged, Labeled and stored for them to be tested so cows could be released and boned out
  • Second time: 2 Years
  • Boning Floor I did the cryovac on Tenderloins and Shoulders
  • On the Kill Floor I inspected the caucus's of cow making sure all hair skin and other things were not on cow before wash. If after the wash the USDA found left on cow that was spouse to be removed. The USDA could and have condemned all our kill from that day.

Badger Custom Windows

  • Worked 7 years til closing
  • Ran Shipping worked with customers on complaints and delivery's
  • Built windows and the screens
  • Did Final Inspection of every window that left plant

Supervisor

EB Brown
Chippewa Falls, WI
09.2019 - 04.2021
  • Made sure order for night were done per line
  • Kept each truck load separated and marked
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.

Education

North High School
Eau Claire, WI
05-1995

Skills

  • Continuous Improvement
  • Understanding of PH and Conductivity
  • Product Sampling
  • Testing Procedures
  • Testing efficiency
  • Documentation skills
  • Workplace Safety
  • Chemical Handling
  • Microbiological testing
  • GMP Knowledge
  • Standardized Testing
  • Safety Compliance
  • Finished Goods Inspection
  • Problem-Solving
  • Goal Setting
  • Data Entry
  • Attention to Detail
  • Product Inspections
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Reliability
  • Training abilities
  • Product Inspection
  • Visual Inspection of Product

Affiliations

  • Safety Committee
  • DEI Committee
  • OSHA 10 Certification

Timeline

Other Quality Based Jobs

Gold n Plump
06.2024 - 06.2024

Quality Control Technician

Premium Waters
09.2022 - Current

Forklift Operator

Jobs Plus @ Premium Waters
05.2022 - 09.2024

Supervisor

EB Brown
09.2019 - 04.2021

North High School
Stacy Smeltzer