Results-driven Quality Control Technician with expertise in quality standards and good manufacturing practices. Skilled in managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments while optimizing processes and solving problems to enhance team performance. Committed to ensuring the production of safe and appealing products.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Technician
Saturn Petcare
02.2024 - Current
Performed lab testing for nutritional quality while managing critical control points.
Conducted testing of raw materials to verify quality standards.
Executed seal testing and inspected seal quality to confirm integrity.
Monitored manufacturing processes of wet pet food and packaging to ensure safety and consistency standards were met.
Maintained compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Checked product specifications against established guidelines.
Maintained documentation for traceability of products.
Documented deviations in manufacturing processes and escalated concerns to leadership for timely resolution.
Product Builder II
Boston Scientific Corporation
12.2022 - Current
Set up and operated Winding Machine for production of Biopsy Brushes
Applied good manufacturing practices to uphold quality standards
Focused on quality control measures to enhance product integrity
Executed line clearance procedures, ensuring safety and compliance standards
Completed work orders to maintain workflow and productivity
Meeting production rate daily
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Catalent Pharma Solutions - Main Campus
01.2020 - 04.2022
Executed new employee onboarding and training to establish a qualified quality assurance team.
Provided QA support on production floor, ensuring consistent product quality.
Ensured production of high-quality products through rigorous quality checks.
Informed managers and production supervisors of production issues, facilitating timely resolutions.
Documented all quality deviations in Trackwise to ensure compliance with standards.
Conducted employee reviews to assess performance and support development plans.
Utilized JDE and Maximo to manage inventory and production processes.
Product Builder, Group Leader, Supervisor, QC Manager
Cook Spencer
09.2011 - 12.2019
Constructed microsurgical devices using plasma welding, arc welding, and soldering techniques.
Operated inking, stamping, and hot stamping machines, ensuring precision in manufacturing processes.
Utilized grinders, buffers, and both automatic and manual cutting machines for production efficiency.
Maintained material inventory and managed work order selection, achieving one-day production goals.
Communicated with plant manager regarding overtime, material needs, and operational issues.
Reported daily departmental production metrics to upper management for performance tracking.
Conducted employee reviews and enforced discipline according to company policy.
Participated in FDA auditing team and improvement planning team, contributing to compliance enhancements.
Instructional Paraprofessional
WRV Elementary and CO-OP
08.2005 - 09.2011
Delivered curriculum through tailored one-on-one lessons and engaging group activities to support diverse learning styles.
Assisted during group lessons and classroom activities, fostering collaboration and enhancing student participation.
Created visual aids and organized classroom displays to reinforce lesson concepts and improve student comprehension.
Prepared instructional materials for compliance with established curriculum requirements.
Monitored student activities indoors and outdoors to ensure safety.
QMA
Indiana Masonic Home
04.2000 - 06.2005
Administered daily medications, including controlled narcotics.
Followed treatment plan instructions for medication and treatment administration, ensuring compliance and safety.
Obtained vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Monitored patient intake and feeding, ensuring alignment with nutritional goals.
Documented patient information to identify issues and track expected outcomes.
Education
Manicuring - Manicuring
Linton Beauty College
Linton, IN
01-2022
High School -
Shakamak Elementary-Middle-High School
Jasonville, IN
01-1992
Nursing - Some college (No degree)
Ivy Tech Community College Terre Haute
Terre Haute, IN
Nursing - Some college (No degree)
Ivy Tech Community College Columbus
Columbus, IN
Business Management - Some college (No degree)
Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
Clinically Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Wagler Adult Education Center
Lyons, Indiana
07-2025
Skills
Quality inspection
Product inspection
Lab testing
Process validation
Sampling methods
Manufacturing practices
Production procedures
Production troubleshooting
Manufacturing processes
Knowledge of raw materials
Quality systems
Microsoft Excel expertise
Microsoft proficiency
Work order review
Problem solving
Interpersonal skills
Quality systems
Timeline
Quality Control Technician
Saturn Petcare
02.2024 - Current
Product Builder II
Boston Scientific Corporation
12.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Supervisor
Catalent Pharma Solutions - Main Campus
01.2020 - 04.2022
Product Builder, Group Leader, Supervisor, QC Manager
Cook Spencer
09.2011 - 12.2019
Instructional Paraprofessional
WRV Elementary and CO-OP
08.2005 - 09.2011
QMA
Indiana Masonic Home
04.2000 - 06.2005
Manicuring - Manicuring
Linton Beauty College
High School -
Shakamak Elementary-Middle-High School
Nursing - Some college (No degree)
Ivy Tech Community College Terre Haute
Nursing - Some college (No degree)
Ivy Tech Community College Columbus
Business Management - Some college (No degree)
Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington
Clinically Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant