As a Quality Technician in the wet processing plant, my duties included:• Carrying out in-process, finished product and shelf life testing. • Using the SAP system extensively including inputting QA data as part of their positive release program. • Raising Non-conformance reports as necessary. Assisting with resolving problems.• Conducting various CCP verification checks including setting up & checking metal detectors and utilising the SCADA program to verify… Show more As a Quality Technician in the wet processing plant, my duties included:• Carrying out in-process, finished product and shelf life testing. • Using the SAP system extensively including inputting QA data as part of their positive release program. • Raising Non-conformance reports as necessary. Assisting with resolving problems.• Conducting various CCP verification checks including setting up & checking metal detectors and utilising the SCADA program to verify time-temperature requirements for cooked products were met. • Conducting routine GMP/bucket walks. • Writing Quality Assurance shift reports for other QA team members and management. Show less

As an Alcohol Quality Assurance Team Member, I wrote reports for external business partners such as Beam Suntory. Furthermore, I ran and maintained testing equipment in the syrup room laboratory and at production lines (including HPLC and IC) and ordered supplies. Also, I commissioned new products and processes. I carried out various processes throughout the factory from receiving and testing ingredients, making and testing batches of alcohol through to finished product testing. In addition, I… Show more As an Alcohol Quality Assurance Team Member, I wrote reports for external business partners such as Beam Suntory. Furthermore, I ran and maintained testing equipment in the syrup room laboratory and at production lines (including HPLC and IC) and ordered supplies. Also, I commissioned new products and processes. I carried out various processes throughout the factory from receiving and testing ingredients, making and testing batches of alcohol through to finished product testing. In addition, I used my certifications as a forklift driver and to work safely at heights. I conducted trainings for team members and managers in various quality and production processes throughout the factory.Key Achievements • Accomplished commissioning of the Alcohol Tank Farm and developed processes/procedures throughout the factory.• Successfully identified and implemented safety improvements. Was on the Richland's safety committee.• Conducted many risk assessments and quality system/food safety audits resulting in many process and safety improvements. Show less

As a Laboratory Technician, I was mainly responsible for testing and calibrating lab equipment in preparation for food and beverage testing. Moreover, I evaluated processes/products throughout the beverage and canned food divisions. Also, I devised solutions to production/quality issues. I trained employees in all aspects of running the beverage and canned foods laboratories. Additionally, I conducted GMP and production line audits.

As a Quality Assurance Officer, I completed GMP and food safety auditing. Furthermore, I evaluated audit findings and implemented appropriate corrective actions. I reviewed the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspection systems. In addition, I planned, conducted and monitored testing and inspection of ingredients, processes and products to ensure finished product quality. Moreover, I performed purchasing of consumables, equipment and services. I carried out microbiology tests in… Show more As a Quality Assurance Officer, I completed GMP and food safety auditing. Furthermore, I evaluated audit findings and implemented appropriate corrective actions. I reviewed the implementation and efficiency of quality and inspection systems. In addition, I planned, conducted and monitored testing and inspection of ingredients, processes and products to ensure finished product quality. Moreover, I performed purchasing of consumables, equipment and services. I carried out microbiology tests in the microbiology lab. Show less

As an Assistant Production Team Leader, I was mainly responsible for managing a production sub-team of 5 team members and the entire Clean Room production team of 16 team members when the team leader was not rostered on. Moreover, I monitored clean room area to ensure that quality, productivity, safety and cost standards were maintained. Also, I completed various reports including a daily operation report for the clean room and packing. I assisted with the supervision of sanitation operations… Show more As an Assistant Production Team Leader, I was mainly responsible for managing a production sub-team of 5 team members and the entire Clean Room production team of 16 team members when the team leader was not rostered on. Moreover, I monitored clean room area to ensure that quality, productivity, safety and cost standards were maintained. Also, I completed various reports including a daily operation report for the clean room and packing. I assisted with the supervision of sanitation operations as necessary to promote and maintain a clean and food safe environment. In addition, I provided constructive guidance & training to employees on correct methods and procedures. Show less

As a Senior Quality Assurance Team Member, I performed raw material, in-process and finished product evaluations. Additionally, I conducted Food Safety, GMP and Workplace Health and Safety audits. I stepped up to QA team leader occasionally and fulfilled that positions duties. In addition, I wrote new and reviewed existing quality procedures/documents. Moreover, I trained employees in standard work practices and procedures for safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency. Also, I handled… Show more As a Senior Quality Assurance Team Member, I performed raw material, in-process and finished product evaluations. Additionally, I conducted Food Safety, GMP and Workplace Health and Safety audits. I stepped up to QA team leader occasionally and fulfilled that positions duties. In addition, I wrote new and reviewed existing quality procedures/documents. Moreover, I trained employees in standard work practices and procedures for safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency. Also, I handled customer complaints and checked the calibration of the site’s scales, data loggers and thermometers. In addition, I carried out process/quality improvement projects. Show less

My responsibilities at Ridley Agriproducts were quite diverse. My key achievements included successful implementation and maintenance of ISO 9002 and HACCP at Rockhampton and Atherton Mill. In addition I efficiently coordinated the implementation of Workplace Health and Safety Programs including Safe Behaviour Involvement (National Safety Council Program) at these mills. I was also responsible for performing routine sampling and testing of products throughout various stages of… Show more My responsibilities at Ridley Agriproducts were quite diverse. My key achievements included successful implementation and maintenance of ISO 9002 and HACCP at Rockhampton and Atherton Mill. In addition I efficiently coordinated the implementation of Workplace Health and Safety Programs including Safe Behaviour Involvement (National Safety Council Program) at these mills. I was also responsible for performing routine sampling and testing of products throughout various stages of production. Furthermore, I efficiently investigated and solved quality and safety related problems. Also, I managed Quality and Safety Meetings. Furthermore, I ensured accurate inventory audit and valuation, managed stocking. Show less