Confident, expert-level Quality Xxxxxxnager with a strong industry background, which includes authoring several HACCP Programs and serving as both an SQFP and PCQI. Possess strong acumen in GMPs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and prerequisite programs, paired with notable USDA, FDA and third-party auditing experience. Well-versed in designing and executing food quality and safety programming efforts, as well aa traveling to audit vendors and suppliers to assess their internal programs. Quick learner with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, both independently and with a team. Driver of high audit scores and measures that serve to bolster levels of efficacy and productivity in all daily quality operations. Adept at reducing levels of deficiency and error in an effort to ensure regulatory compliance. Call on a pragxxxxxxtic method to achieving goals and xxxxxxnaging operations. Establish and sustain strong and lasting relationships with stakeholders and groups at all levels. Booster of staff involvement in important training and incentive programs geared towards food safety increases.

Quality Assurance & Control | Auditor | HACCP Certified | Teamwork | Communication | Organization

Preventive Controls Qualified Individual | SQF Practitioner | Creative Xxxxxxnagement | Conflict Resolution

         Play an integral role in transitioning operations from quality control to assurance-focused efforts

         Serve as the Lead Author for food safety plans that ensure compliance to FSXXXXXX

         Achieve impeccable audit scores from customers and regulatory agencies, including a perfect 2018 FDA compliance inspection

         Lead core duties such as xxxxxxterial inspections, internal audits, MSS program xxxxxxnagement and guest protocol development

         Join with customers and suppliers to improve quality standards, including an Argentinian grain processor that successfully eliminated insects in its organic grains

         Train supervisors and QA teams on change-over cleaning and xxxxxxchine inspection procedures and best practices

         Upgraded SQF programs, thus yielding four years of superb scores

         Introduced a new PCC to change practices and eliminate persistent infestations

         Spearheaded an SQF Gap Analysis ahead of introducing related principles and code standards

         Devised food safety programs per FSXXXXXX regulations, along with annual staff training efforts

         Authored and implemented two HACCP Plans during tenure in role, including prerequisite programs

         Areas of focus included Xxxxxxster Sanitation, Pest Control, Glass & Brittle Plastics, M&R Standards, Chemical Control and Product Recall; also directed the operations of the Business Continuity Development Team

         Completed a Gap & Hazard Analysis for SQF Certification prior to designing and launching SQF Programs, along with related trainings and supplemental aids

         Reviewed and revised the existing HACCP Plan, all quality programs and all related xxxxxxnuals

         Guided, mentored and trained personnel, including xxxxxxnagers and other senior staff on SQF principles and best practices

         Slashed waste costs for Hoff s in half via introduction of a full-scale recycling program

         Worked tirelessly to develop and execute an MSS and environmental monitoring program

         Diligently increased the company s third-party audit score from 42 to 96 over the course of two years by writing and implementing two HACCP Plans, including all related prerequisites

         Designed and built a pre-scale room including Earth xxxxxxgnets, sifters and a customized computer system used to meticulously track ingredients

         Heightened levels of customer confidence which led to enhanced company growth by 400%, including global leaders in casual dining

         Educated, coached and trained a multilingual team in proper GMPs, SSOP and regulations

         Xxxxxxnaged a team of sanitation crew members using a self-directed safety program and personnel trainings that aligned with essential federal and food safety regulations

         Fostered and sustained positive, mutually beneficial vendor relations, which in turn improved quality by 40%

         Founded and set into motion the use of pre-op and in-process inspection procedures

         Acted in a USDA Liaison, Health & Safety Officer capacity to develop a HAACP Plan and all related prerequisites; decreased sanctions by 75% as a result

Bachelor of Arts, Business Xxxxxxnagement, Johnson & Wales University

Associate of Applied Science, Culinary Arts, Johnson & Wales University

Course Completion, Advanced Standing Pilot Program

Certification, OSHA 30 Hour Ergonomics

Also achieved numerous Professional Finished Carpentry Accomplishments