QC/QA Lab Technician

Jose Chavez

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PROVEN LEADERSHIP LAB TECHNICIAN QUALITY CONTROL

Accomplished, motivated, and dynamic leader with experience in laboratory operations, organizational effectiveness, innovative solutions, and multifaceted collaboration in fast paced environments. Adept at defining vision, developing strategies, and driving continuous improvement. Career track includes contribution to high-performance work cultures with a demonstrated ability to partner throughout all levels of the organization.

Strategic Vision

Laboratory Operations

Quality Control

Complex Problem Solving

Communications

Project Management

Qualitative Analyses

Relationship Management

Business Growth

Effective Communicator

Keen Attention to Detail

Daily Production

Professional Experience

BEEF JERKY FACTORY COLTON. CA

Walmart Department Supervisor 2022 - Present

Responsible for production to meet output requirements while also engaging and executing the work process to ensure high quality and product.

Report any food safety or quality issues to QA manager and Plant manager.

Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and standards

RED COLLAR PET FOODS SAN BERNARDINO, CA

Quality Control Technician 2021 - 2022

Analytical testing (mycotoxins/peroxides) and evaluation of raw materials and finished products as required by Q&FS policies and procedures.

Maintain continuous communication with site functional teams to assure complete awareness of the manufacturing process in compliance with Q&FS and performance objectives.

Responsible for reporting and following up on any observation that may impact associate safety and/or product Quality and Food Safety.

Certified in Forklift, Yard Truck, and Trackmobile equipment.

Adhere to personal safety practices that meet OSHA & Red Collar Pet Foods standards to ensure a safe environment for associate and others.

Q&B FOODS Irwindale, CA

Senior Lab Technician 2017 - 2021

Collaborated with a talented and diverse group of departments regarding all quality control issues and concerns.

Utilized strong analytical skills to oversee post and pre-process batches including acid, salt, viscosity, brix, density, and sensory.

Performed comprehensive line inspections including cap torque, cap seals, labels, and bottles and case codes.

Calibrated complex instruments including standardization performed on a periodic basis.

Managed complex documents including filling daily production and QC production sheets.

GLANBIA NUTRITIONALS Corona, CA

Quality Assurance Shift Lead 2014 - 2017

Verified all lines were within company specifications including lot codes, expiration dates, and labels, among others.

Ensured proper document management including Production Batch Records and other documents as needed.

Drove gathering of allergen, micro, water, and surface samples before and after CIP.

Oversaw comprehensive QC duties including pH torques and temperature checks for hot and cold products.

Managed all process and procedures regarding GMP and SOP documents.

Additional Experience

LANGERS JUICE CO. Quality Control Lab Technician City of Industry, CA

COSWAY CO. INC Quality Control Lab Technician Gardena, CA

PRIME WHEEL CORP Quality Control Lab Technician Harbor City, CA

PHENOMENEX Production Lab Tech Torrance, CA

Education & Professional Development

ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Associates Degree in Chemical Technology

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