Open To Work
Theresa Brandes
Quality/Documentation/Manufacturing
TX
Work Preference
Summary
Quality assurance professional with expertise in HACCP compliance, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and CAPA implementation. Proven track record in enhancing food safety standards and optimizing manufacturing processes, with a focus on maintaining regulatory compliance and operational efficiency in alignment with employers commitment to excellence.
Overview
3
3
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Premium Waters, Inc
Seguin, Texas
12.2025 - Current
- Execute daily quality assurance testing and verification for bottled water manufacturing operations.
- Monitor adherence to HACCP, GMP, FDA, and internal quality standards during production.
- Conduct microbiological testing, wet chemistry analysis, turbidity testing, and ozone monitoring to ensure product safety and compliance with regulations.
Manufacturing Engineer Technician II
Caterpillar
Seguin, Texas
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Conducted quality inspections and verified production activities for compliance.
- Implemented process controls and documented procedures to support manufacturing operations.
- Monitored production performance and quality metrics to identify improvement areas.
QA Inspector
Caterpillar
Seguin, Texas
12.2021 - 06.2023
- Performed incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
- Verified compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
- Assisted with corrective actions and quality improvement activities.
Office Manager / Administrative Services Manager
US Navy
World Wide, TX
04.1999 - 02.2014
- Streamlined daily business operations and administrative functions for enhanced efficiency.
- Maintained compliance documentation and regulatory records to ensure adherence to standards.
- Developed procedures that improved office workflows and productivity.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
St Gregory's University
ShawneeSkills
- HACCP & Food Safety Compliance
- Lean Six Sigma Methology
- Process Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Data Collection & Reporting
- Manufacturing Operations
- Internal Auditing
- Regulatory Documentation
- Quality Assurance & Quality Control
- Electrical Control Systems Maintenance
- Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA)
- Employee Training & Development
- Team Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
- Performance Monitoring
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- HACCP Certified
- OSHA 30-hour General Industry Certified
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
- Department of Labor Apprenticeship – Counselor (4,000 Hours)
- Department of Labor Apprenticeship – Office Manager / Administrative Services (4,000 Hours)
- Department of Labor Apprenticeship – Computer Operator (2,000 Hours)
- Department of Labor Apprenticeship – Computer Peripheral Equipment Operator (2,000 Hours)
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Premium Waters, Inc
12.2025 - Current
Manufacturing Engineer Technician II
Caterpillar
04.2023 - 01.2025
QA Inspector
Caterpillar
12.2021 - 06.2023
Office Manager / Administrative Services Manager
US Navy
04.1999 - 02.2014
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
St Gregory's University