PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced professional with leadership, organizational, quality assurance and problem solving skills. Looking for an opportunity to expand my knowledge, skills and work experience. Excellent written and verbal skills. Former business owner who is creative, forward-thinking, and committed to excellence and growth.

SKILLS SUMMARY

BUSINESS ENTREPRENUALSHIP

As a business owner, I related to current business owners that had hourly and salary associates. Built report with clients and salon staff. I recognized the importance of attendance, time management, productivity, integrity and character.

QUALITY ASSURANCE AND FORMULATOR

As an inspector of products, I had an eye for detail, recognizing that quality is the key component.

COMMUNICATION

Developed leaders on and off the work site. Trained new staff and brought new ideas to the table.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Akorn Pharmaceuticals, Decatur, IL (03/2012 – 12/2015)

Formulator/Quality Assurance Analyst

Checked the production lines to make sure the products matched the batch records.

Monitored the production process, ensuring consistency of procedures.

Reviewed/approved raw material for use in formulation.

Checked incoming components for conformance to specifications.

Performed visual inspection of finished product.

Reviewed data from environmental monitoring of controlled areas.

Involved in decision making to stop production if quality standards are not being met.

Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment.

Interacted with other departments and outside customers.

Reviewed daily, weekly, monthly and bi-monthly logbook entries for accuracy.

Observed integrity testing of product filters.

Reviewed the WFI Hoot Loop System Alarm Messages daily.

Approved issued product identification cards for use in filling.

Performed first quality review of executed batch records at the completion of all processes.

Performed verification of machine setting for inspection line.

Performed AQL testing on finished product.

Terry’s Hair Salon, Decatur, IL & Tulsa, OK (04/1995 – 10/2012)

Independent Business Owner & Stylist

Provided hair care for clients.

Counseled and advised individuals on natural hair care and styles.

Bookkeeping, and product tester

Salon advertising, maintenance and upkeep

Education

1985-1988 Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA

Major course of study; Communications

Degree Pending

1981-1985 Madisonville North Hopkins High School

Major course of study; Business, High School Diploma

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