Walter Wills Jr
QA Inspector
Ontario,CA
Summary
Experienced Quality Control Inspector skilled at inspections, assessments and reporting on quality issues. Accomplished at helping companies dramatically improve production through quality control enhancements. Works well with production teams on correcting negative trends and driving improvements.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
QA Inspector
InvaPharm
Ontario, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Enforce adherence to Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
- Perform and document inspections, checks, tests, and sampling procedures during the manufacturing process
- Monitor manufacturing operations and conduct routine "walk-through" inspections
- Ensure compliance with good housekeeping practices, hygiene practices, and pest control
- Verify proper receipt, storage, and segregation of raw materials and packaging components in the warehouse
- Ensure proper cleaning and sanitization of processing equipment
- Audit the weighing/staging process to ensure correct raw materials usage
- Audit the batching/blending process to ensure all allocated raw materials are added in the correct sequence
- Collect in-process samples and perform required tests before releasing batches
- Collect samples of finished products and conduct specified testing
- Perform line/area clearance for removal of previous products and foreign materials
- Maintain quality and production paperwork
- Reconcile and close batch records, review documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Verify calibration and performance of quality control instruments
- Collect samples for quality control laboratory, stability studies, and customer samples
- Monitor cleaning and sanitation effectiveness using visual observation and ATP bioluminescence method
- Assist in environmental monitoring and pest control inspection
- Assist in training new inspectors on proper documentation and inspection
- Assist in inquiries and investigations conducted by management
- Perform other duties as determined by the Quality Systems & Regulatory Compliance Department Management
Distribution Specialist
Kite Pharma
El Segundo, CA
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Pack and ship engineered human cells to patients in need of treatment
- Pack and ship Human Apheresis kits to patients preparing for treatment
- Ship outgoing parcels use FedEx Manager
- Use Oracle EBS to perform inventory transactions and complete shipping processes
- Charge shipping dewars with liquid nitrogen and stage them for final pack out
- Prepare Cryopods(R) for the Final pack-out procedure
- Order dry ice
- Maintain 5S in the department
- Write and Review SOP’s for the pack-out and shipping process.
Chemical Compounder
Scientific Pharmaceuticals
Pomona, CA
10.2014 - 10.2019
- Operated industrial mixing and power lifting equipment by controlling mixing following instructions.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Modified controls to regulate temperature, pressure, feed, and flow of liquids and gases while monitoring outcomes and promoting successful processing.
- Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Safely used various machinery and forklifts during chemical drumming operations.
- Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
- Calibrated chemical equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Mill pastes and raw materials for optimum dispersal in finished product
- Operate and sanitize all equipment according to SOPs
- Cross-trained on all equipment including bakery mixers, 3-roll, and jar mills, mixing tanks, reactors, vacuum mixers, and tubers
- Prepared and created finished goods following work orders and procedures.
- Monitored and managed inventory using FIFO and stock counts.
Production Supervisor
Garmon Corp
Temecula, CA
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Orchestrated a cohesive team effort to ensure the prompt creation of high-quality products
- Directed and enhanced the production process of nutritional chewable supplements for canines, felines, and equines
- Provided comprehensive safety and quality training to staff members in strict adherence to cGMPs and ISO standards
- Developed and delivered employee training programs
- Formulated and implemented new procedures to optimize production efficiency
- Strategically scheduled product campaigns based on customer demand
- Generated precise batch sheets to guide production operations
- Prepared and submitted daily reports to monitor production performance
- Accurately recorded completed batch sheets in the database for documentation purposes
- Designed and managed staff schedules for optimal resource allocation
- Authored Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for machine operation and packing procedures
- Acquired cross-training proficiency on all equipment used in the production process
- Identified and executed corrective actions to address any operational issues
- Supervised two shifts of dedicated staff members to maintain smooth operations
Lead Batching Operator
Flavours Inc
Yorba Linda, CA
07.2013 - 12.2013
- Perform batching of finished and concentrated beverages according to precise batch tickets
- Formulate and batch designer flavors, powders, and vitamin chews
- Execute aseptic batching processes for beverages
- Proficient in handling luquiverters, ice chipper augers, high-pressure homogenizers, and bakery mixers
- Thoroughly clean and sanitize equipment following each batch operation
- Conduct regular inventory of raw materials
- Provide supervision and leadership to a batching department crew
Batcher
United Packaging Group / Batcher
Colton, CA
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Prepared and pre-weighed raw materials in advance for the batching process
- Executed precise batching of syrup and juice concentrations according to batch tickets
- Formulated mineral mixtures for purified water batching
- Ensured thorough equipment sanitation after each use
- Maintained comprehensive batching, sanitation, and inventory logs
- Conducted weekly inventory of raw materials to ensure adequate supply
- Operated and maintained a reverse osmosis water filtration system
- Conducted regular testing of water samples for pH and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
- Performed minor equipment and tank maintenance tasks to ensure optimal functionality
Cook Operator
Firemenich
Anaheim, CA
07.2006 - 09.2010
- Coordinated the procurement and staging of raw materials for efficient production preparation
- Expertly cooked raw materials and various ingredients, precisely following recipe specifications for temperature and pressure requirements
- Skillfully infused product with flavor utilizing homogenizers
- Executed proper extrusion of product into disintegrators to achieve the desired particle sizes for granulated product
- Meticulously sifted granulated product to ensure consistent quality
- Managed packaging and shipping processes of finished products
- Actively participated as a member of the safety committee, contributing to the maintenance of a safe working environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Western High School
Anaheim, CA 09.2001 - 04.2003
Skills
GMP Training
Experience with SOPs and SDSs
Batching Expertise
Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
Inventory Management
Aseptic Experience
Quality Control Experience
Cold Room Experience
Clean Room Experience
Oracle EBS
MRP Experience
Timeline
QA Inspector
InvaPharm
12.2022 - Current
Distribution Specialist
Kite Pharma
10.2019 - 10.2021
Production Supervisor
Garmon Corp
03.2016 - 10.2016
Chemical Compounder
Scientific Pharmaceuticals
10.2014 - 10.2019
Lead Batching Operator
Flavours Inc
07.2013 - 12.2013
Batcher
United Packaging Group / Batcher
07.2012 - 06.2013
Cook Operator
Firemenich
07.2006 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Western High School
09.2001 - 04.2003