Willimae Cooper Minneapolis, MN, *****
612-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Education:
Minnesota State University Morehead - Project Management Undergrad May/2019 - Current
Relevant Coursework: BCBT Science of Cooking, Stellar Astronomy Lab
Coon Rapids High School - Diploma, Certificate. May/2014 - May/2018
Secondary Technical Educational Program (STEP) Anoka Technical College
The Culinary Division ensured food science and nutrition fundamentals with knowledge of PCQI.
Work Experience
Quality Technician
Dakota Growers Pasta Company New Hope, MN Jan/2023 – Nov/2023
Analyzed products from production following CAPA guidelines.
Tracked retention samples and logistics with measurements using the applications:
JDE edwards, RedZone, Excel, and Word.
Implement GMP in the food industry as well as SOPs, HACCP, FDA regulation.
Routinely monitor quality issues from production in a controlled manner.
Daily tasks included product analysis cook, test, NIR, destiny, and moisture test.
Personal achievement for acknowledging calibration tags and logbooks on equipment (Colorimeter, industrial scale, and calipers) for accurate results.
Cleared any defects with potential hazards by putting products on hold regarding an allergen concern, metal detectable sentiments, or other potential quality issues.
Quality Assurance Inspector
Klesk Metal Stamping Company Minneapolis, MN Jun/2022 – Jan/2023 Received sample of final cut of material then analyzed with blueprint following SOP documentation. Examined micro items with the use of microscope, caliper, and A&D lab balance scale with specifications.
Performed inspections at a variety of times during shifts to assess product quality to accept or reject final cut.
Quality Control
Amerilab Technologies Plymouth, MN Jan/2022 – Jun/2022
Routinely Monitored pre shift, mid shift, and post shift operations following SOPs regarding rejects for the mixers and packaging.
Daily tasks consist of walking through monitoring the pressure gauges, documenting observations of potential hazards and correct date code and serial number in accordance to customer request.
Swabbed and collected samples from the mixing and wash area weekly for any harmful bacteria and listeria to prevent the spread of pathogens. Frequency of swap varies upon negative- positive results submitted to Market Fresh.
Collected final product for sample retention in the lab and submitted data via RedZone or in manual logbook for quality.
Skills
CPR Certified (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) MultiLingual (American Sign Language and English)