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Stephanie McClenny

Eugene

Summary

Strong leadership, training, and mentoring skills; critical thinker with a focus on risk management; ability to effectively communicate in various methods and applications; values relationships with team members and peers highly. Ability to develop processes for training and teaching methodology to staff, values organization, and attention to detail. Seasoned Food Safety Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in hazard analysis, risk management strategies, and adherence to regulatory compliance standards. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring effective team leadership and project management in safeguarding food quality and safety. Committed professional with background as Food Safety Manager. Have managed quality control, implemented safety procedures and ensured compliance with local and federal health regulations in previous roles. Demonstrated ability to lead teams to maintain high food safety standards while improving operational efficiency. Proven skills in risk assessment, hazard analysis and training staff on safety protocols.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality and Food Safety Manager

Yogi Tea
Eugene
02.2023 - Current
  • Solved process compliance issues with operations teams.
  • Analyzed risk factors associated with process controls used throughout the facility's production lines using hazard analysis critical control point methodology.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding food safety issues.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive food safety policies and procedures.
  • Conducted food safety assessments to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Facilitated team meetings with staff members responsible for implementing food safety initiatives within the organization.
  • Performed internal audits of factory systems and protocols.
  • Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in existing processes related to food safety management systems.
  • Examined microbiological, physical, and chemical properties of food and ingredients to determine nutritional value.
  • Coordinated audits from third-party certification bodies including SQF Level 2, 3, 4 audits and BRC Global Standard Certification Audits.
  • Assisted with development and implementation of new quality monitoring protocols.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Quality and Food Safety Manager

De Casa Fine Foods
Eugene
06.2021 - 02.2023
  • Document control administration, supervision of QFS and Sanitation teams, implementation of Food Safety Plans and Quality Management System.
  • Analyzed risk factors associated with process controls used throughout the facility's production lines using hazard analysis critical control point methodology.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding food safety issues.
  • Provided guidance on proper labeling requirements for all products manufactured or distributed.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive food safety policies and procedures.
  • Conducted quality control procedures from raw material stage to finished product.
  • Monitored employee hygiene practices and ensured adherence to safe food handling standards.
  • Conducted food safety assessments to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Created detailed reports outlining findings from investigations into incidents involving contamination or mishandling of ingredients at any stage of the production process.
  • Prepared trial samples of products for microbiological shelf-life testing and organoleptic assessment.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop corrective action plans when non-conformances were identified during inspection or audit activities.

Quality and Food Safety Supervisor

8th Avenue Provisions
Eugene
08.2015 - 06.2021
  • Team member staffing and management, completion of verification and validation programs, led SQF audits, and developed all company procedures related to personnel and food safety
  • Created Food Safety Plan for FSMA compliance, trained staff on regulatory requirements
  • Participated in external audits and regulatory inspections, providing necessary documentation and support.
  • Collected and analyzed production samples to evaluate quality.
  • Performed root cause analysis investigations into non-conforming products or processes.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify, investigate, and verify complex records and potential risk issues.
  • Oversaw calibration and maintenance of quality testing equipment to ensure precise measurements.
  • Reviewed product specifications for conformance to customer requirements.
  • Completed various financial and quality audits for different departments.
  • Researched new technologies for improving product quality.
  • Consulted with management and personnel to educate on QA standards.
  • Trained personnel in the use of testing equipment and techniques.
  • Ensured that corrective actions were taken when necessary.
  • Utilized root cause analysis techniques to identify and rectify quality-related problems.

Quality Technician-Lead

Golden Temple, Post Holdings Inc.
Eugene
08.2007 - 08.2015
  • Completed in process production checks, complied daily production data to ensure key performance indicators were obtained, reviewed technical testing to ensure compliance, prepared COAs for customers, performed ATP testing and pre-operational inspections
  • Tracked defect trends to determine areas where improvements could be made in the manufacturing process.
  • Compiled laboratory test data and performed analyses.
  • Provided technical support to other departments regarding product quality issues.
  • Monitored production processes to identify potential quality issues and recommend solutions.
  • Conducted tests on product samples and recorded results.
  • Monitored production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Assisted in preparing internal audit schedules and conducted audits as required by company policies or customers' requests.
  • Maintained records of all inspection activities, including reports and data collection sheets.
  • Ensured that all materials meet required specifications before releasing them for use in production.
  • Performed calibration checks on measuring instruments used in the production process.

Education

Associates - General undergrad course work

Lane Community College
Eugene, OR
09-2023

Undergrad Studies - General course studies

NCC
Eugene, OR
05.2004

Skills

  • Hazard analysis
  • Food safety regulations
  • Quality management
  • Internal auditing
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer complaint resolution
  • Process improvement
  • Workforce Development
  • Sanitation Standards Compliance
  • Root cause analysis
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Sanitation management
  • Food defense strategies
  • Traceability procedures
  • Pathogen testing
  • HACCP implementation
  • Allergen control
  • Decision-making
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail
  • Continuous improvement
  • Lean six sigma methodologies
  • Team leadership
  • Data analysis

Affiliations

  • ASQ Professional
  • Sports Coach for local youth activities
  • Volunteer at local homeless shelter

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Quality and Food Safety Manager

Yogi Tea
02.2023 - Current

Quality and Food Safety Manager

De Casa Fine Foods
06.2021 - 02.2023

Quality and Food Safety Supervisor

8th Avenue Provisions
08.2015 - 06.2021

Quality Technician-Lead

Golden Temple, Post Holdings Inc.
08.2007 - 08.2015

Associates - General undergrad course work

Lane Community College

Undergrad Studies - General course studies

NCC

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