ROBERT VALADEZ

Azusa, CA ***** Phone: 626-***-**** ac2lnl@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Lean Six Sigma, Quality Control, Senior Analytical Specialist and Chemist with extensive experience in branded product development, validation formulation, testing and quality assurance. Strong statistical analysis background coupled with problem solving skills results in productivity and outcomes aligned with strategic business goals. Fluent in conversational Spanish.

Hands-on experience with design and development and implementation of new products, tests, instruments and equipment.

Able to work on multiple project tasks independently and able to switch among them quickly to meet prioritized business needs. Ability to work as a team, as well as independently with integrity and speed.

Dedicated and determined. Strong positive character combined with professionalism and trustworthiness. Leadership qualities.

EXPERIENCE

General Sealants, City of Industry, CA

Quality Control Manager (2015-2016)

Implemented and effectively led Management Leadership Training Program (MLT), resulting in a 40% growth in the capabilities of Production and Quality Control departments.

Sustain programs and processes to ensure high quality products and compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs).

Excel in strategically coordinating and managing multiple simultaneous projects to meet critical timelines and goals; equally effective in independent and collaborative roles.

Successfully expanded Quality Control department and improved efficiency to exceed increased product demand.

Implement training techniques to direct flow of daily operations, monitoring of product quality and new product inspection process.

Review manufacturing data for in process and finished product and archive for traceability.

Support quality audits, Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCAR)/Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) as necessary.

Generate and circulate Management Reports, new Test Methods, Specifications, SOPs, and First Article Inspection Report as needed.

Quality Control Supervisor (2014-2015)

Supervise QC Line Inspectors and startup of production converting lines to ensure proper specifications are followed; correct tooling and packaging are used and see that routine inspections are carried out.

Communicate all quality concerns and recommended course of action to proper personnel.

Operate forklift (gas & electric) and pallet jacks.

Review & verify daily QC records.

Coordinate orientation and training for QC Line Inspectors.

Manage inspection flow of incoming product from production lines and out-going product to shipping department in order to meet shipment timelines.

Manage label making for product packaging. Ensure that proper label requirements are met.

Avery Dennison, Brea, CA

Product Development Senior Analytical Specialist (2007 – 2013)

Test, validate and correlate new product performance using laboratory instruments and test equipment that measure, print & color quality, physical properties, strength test, environmental and other product quality attributes.

Review and revise product test protocols to ensure that testing is performed in accordance with company, industry and customer standards.

Provide technical and lab testing support for product improvement, development and validation.

Review project test request forms to ensure all necessary testing is conducted in order to accomplish test objectives and goals.

Met overall analytical lab on-time project completion rate for product testing, data analysis and reports.

Cross-training co-workers with instruments, SOP and test protocols.

Maintain good laboratory notebook documentation and safe laboratory practices.

Product Development Chemist (2003 – 2007)

Design and carry out experiments and testing that scientifically confirm performance, reliability, stability, and shelf life. Understanding of good laboratory practices. And have the ability to conduct standard chemical or physical testing.

Ensure that product brands and test methods are in compliance with customer, ISO, ACMI, ANSI, TAPPI, CSA, TOSCA, ASTM, OSHA certification standards.

Formulate various types of inks, adhesives, primers and coatings for development of new, improved or lower cost products.

Maintain, calibrate and use various laboratory test instruments and equipment to determine material pH, viscosity, material characterization, physical properties, tensile strength test, aging stability and other attributes.

Perform scale up and production process qualification trials for new products and products with new or replacement materials.

Adhere to test protocols, industry specifications standards, operating procedures, test methods and good laboratory note book documentation.

Follow EHS safe laboratory practices when receiving, handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and hazardous waste.

Work collaboratively with other departments and suppliers and provide technical support as needed.

Provide technical support for molded parts test instrument located at various company locations.

Provide technical support and onsite assistance in resolving product converting/manufacturing processing issues when requested by immediate manager.

SKILLS

MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)

Practical Leadership Certificate

6 Sigma, Lean Principles (5S, etc.)

MiniTab

Instron, Blue Hill software

Label Pro Software

Emergency response training

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