Thelma Linker
Ozark,AR
Summary
Accomplished Quality Assurance Analyst with a proven track record at Butterball, enhancing product reliability and compliance through expert mentoring in QA strategies and rigorous adherence to industry standards.
Energetic and analytically minded, well-suited for roles requiring meticulous attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Analyst
Butterball
Ozark, AR
10.2024 - Current
- Mentored and coached team members on QA topics and strategies.
- Participated in regular meetings with cross-functional teams to discuss progress updates, communicate concerns or challenges, and ensure alignment of project goals.
- Reported progress, test metrics and results to project stakeholders.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards, ensuring compliance throughout the QA process.
Quality Control Technician
Tyson Foods
Pine Bluff, AR
01.2021 - 10.2023
- Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
- Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
- Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
- Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
- Pre-operational work, Visual Inspection, Cleaning and Sanitizing, Documentation for USDA
- SSOP, GMP verification process
Pre-Operational Sanitation
Tyson Foods
Pine Bluff, AR
01.2021 - 10.2023
- clarifies how non-food contact surfaces and non-production ares are to be addressed during the performance of the Pre-Op Sanitation verification tasks performed.
- verified the appropriate regulations to cite when documentation noncompliance with the regulatory requirements.
- Managed chemical inventory, ensuring safe storage and handling practices were followed at all times.
- Maintained high cleanliness standards with regular inspections, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing and enforcing sanitation policies and procedures.
- Optimized resource allocation by monitoring employee productivity levels and adjusting work assignments as needed.
Quality Control Inspector
Waynes Farms
Danville, Ar
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Maintained a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with USDA inspectors, facilitating open communication and fostering positive relationships.
- PRE-OPERATIONAL Service
- Inspected Machines, Sanitation Standard Operation procedures, Verify that Machines was properly Cleaned, walked with USDA to confirm Sanitation was done according to FSIS Directive.
Sanitation Crew Member
Wayne Farms
Danville, AR
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Maintained neat, clean and sanitized work areas.
- Reduced the risk of cross-contamination by properly cleaning and sanitizing equipment, surfaces, and utensils.
- Followed company and OSHA safety protocols for handling and disposing of hazardous materials.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Improved overall facility cleanliness by diligently following established sanitation protocols and guidelines.
- Demonstrated attention to detail while performing quality control checks on completed tasks, guaranteeing satisfactory results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smithville High
Smithville, OK05-1990
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Quality processes
- Data analysis
- Mentoring and training
- Cleaning procedures
- Chemical safety
- Hazardous waste handling
- Environmental monitoring
- Safety inspections
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- HACCP Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Quality Assurance Analyst
Butterball
10.2024 - Current
Quality Control Technician
Tyson Foods
01.2021 - 10.2023
Pre-Operational Sanitation
Tyson Foods
01.2021 - 10.2023
Quality Control Inspector
Waynes Farms
01.2018 - 09.2021
Sanitation Crew Member
Wayne Farms
01.2018 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Smithville High