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United States

Experienced professional at the forefront of technical and compliance programs, ensuring their adherence to company, stakeholder, and regulatory standards. My distinctive strength lies in effective cross-functional collaboration, shaping the continual evolution of global trade of products and services. As a trusted technical advisor, I actively engage with internal and external stakeholders, applying compliance frameworks to meticulously control processes and proactively anticipate risks. Moreover, I play a central role in providing essential support in Corporate Compliance, prioritizing safety, quality, and innovation programs.My skill set encompasses diverse areas, including expertise in risk assessment, internal controls, testing, data analysis, reporting, and incident management.

Fresno California

In a leadership capacity, I meticulously oversaw risk management activities and consistently conducted thorough product research, compiling detailed technical reports. My role extended to serving as the compliance liaison for the world's largest NFDM/SMP federated marketing company, where I engaged with manufacturing facilities, third-party logistic providers (3PL), and global customers. I provided invaluable technical and regulatory feedback to ensure adherence to compliance and quality standards. Vigorously, I investigated supply chain and technical non-conformance issues, delivering decisive recommendations for corrective and preventative actions.

West Des Moines, Iowa, United States

Oversaw designated systems and activities to ensure the consistent adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), the Takeda Quality System, FDA, and other regulatory standards in source plasma manufacturing. Monitored and tracked deviations in operating procedures and policies through established mechanisms, reporting errors, deficiencies, discrepancies, and observations to center management and the Quality Management Representative. Conducted quality assurance audits for critical control points and key elements within systems related to donor suitability, sample collection, plasma storage, product release, quality assurance, and employee training programs.

Sanger, California, United States

Directed the Food Safety Management Team, overseeing FDA compliance with state and federal regulations in manufacturing operations. Coordinated and monitored FSQR audits and reviews of operational systems, including equipment operation/calibration, aseptic techniques, and information management. Collaborated with vendors to ensure daily adherence to manufacturing, safety, Pre-requisite, and HACCP programs. Developed the facility's lethality and microbiology sampling program for cook processes, and programming controls to enhance product cook time efficiencies and quality.

West Sacramento, California, United States

Played a key role in spearheading critical research and procedure development in the realm of quality control, encompassing a diverse portfolio of Japanese products. Demonstrated adeptness in navigating intricate state and federal regulations, ensuring meticulous compliance with the cannery license from the California Department of Public Health. Contributed significantly to rigorous testing processes involving raw ingredients and finished products, while also driving comprehensive studies related to shelf-life. Assumed a leadership role in training employees on crucial food safety topics, imparting extensive knowledge on good hygiene practices to both new and seasoned staff members.

Tulare, California, United States

Managed general operations in the laboratory, overseeing both unspecified in-house and third-party practices with a broad focus on ensuring safety and quality assurance. Collaborated on diverse special projects, including various activities related to accreditation, maintaining specifications, and implementing corrective actions. Played a role in training lab technicians during unspecified in-house procedures, ensuring comprehensive quality control.

Tipton, California, United States

Led quality initiatives in operational domains, implementing procedures, conducting audits, and overseeing environmental controls through unspecified programs with sampling and air monitoring. Showcased expertise in varied industry tests, including confirming antibiotic drug residue and evaluating raw and finished products. Provided integral support to the production team, handling tasks such as residue protein swabbing post-equipment cleaning and the calibration of thermometers and instruments.

Bachelor Of Applied Science - Basc, Food Science And Technology

Activities and Societies: Iowa State University - Multicultural Vision Program (MVP) Award recipient Iowa State University - Research Park.

Food Science

Activities and Societies: Lambda Sigma Gamma Sorority, Inc. California State University, Fresno - Perishable Foods Council Intern