Quality Assurance Food Safety

TORI GILLESPIE

Quality Supervisor

Experienced and highly organized professional with over 6 years of expertise in quality control within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Proven track record of ensuring the overall quality of ingredients and finished products in accordance with company standards. Skilled in establishing and implementing effective quality assurance standards, driving organizational alignment towards achieving excellence. Adept at leading teams and facilitating collaborative decision-making processes. Strong leadership abilities with a talent for mentoring, coaching, facilitating, and presenting, as well as fostering team cohesion and delivering tangible results.

**************@*****.*** 214-***-**** 3847 Enola Gay Ave Dallas, TX, 75227 linkedin.com/in/tori-gillespie-50a9315b WORK EXPERIENCE

Quality Assurance Asst. Supervisor

PepsiCo PGT- QMD Business Team

02/2023 - Present,

Utilizing SAP S4/Hanna for managing QIR (Quality Information Records). Facilitating successful NPI (New Product Introduction) processes by conducting thorough master recipe validations to guarantee product quality. Proficient in utilizing various communication platforms, such as Zoom and email, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Food Safety Coordinator/Warehouse Coordinator

Frito-Lay

01/2022 - 02/2023, Plano, Texas

Managing the timely receiving and delivery of raw materials/finished products, ensuring efficient logistics and minimizing delays.

Conducting research and development (R&D) activities as an R&D Engineering Tech, contributing to product innovation and improvement. Serving as a Food Safety Coordinator, implementing and overseeing protocols to maintain compliance with food safety regulations and certifications, including food fraud certification and AIB Audit experience.

Utilizing Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to optimize inventory management and streamline operations as a Warehouse Supervisor.

Demonstrating expertise as a PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual), ensuring compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) protocols, allergen management, and document preparation.

Lead Lab Technician

PepsiCo

11/2018 - 01/2022, Mesquite, TX

Conducted standardized tests on beverages, additives, preservatives to ensure compliance with standards regarding factors such as taste, odor, and appearance. Mixed, blended, or cultivated ingredients to make reagents or manufacture food or beverage products. Supported daily workflow across all functions. Oversaw regulatory audits/inspections (i.e. AIB, FDA, ISO F2200 Standard, GHEMS). Supported Food Safety Programs and Prerequisites. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of process improvements and technical developments.

Successfully went through Sensory Training at PepsiCo. (05/2021) Lab Tech

PepsiCo

07/2014 - 07/2016, Mesquite, TX

Recorded and compiled test results, as well as prepared graphs, charts, or reports. Analyzed test results to classify products or compare them with standard tables. Measured, tested, or weighed bottles, cans, or other containers to ensure that hardness, strength, or dimensions met specifications.

Mixed, blended, or cultivated ingredients to make reagents or manufacture food products. Produced and continually refined various performance reports to drive results in service and productivity.

EDUCATION

AAS Logistics, Supply Chain

Management, Transportation &

manufacturing technology

Dallas College, Cedar Valley.

06/2021,

Lancaster, TX.

FMCSA

Broker Authority

2020,

A.A.S General Education

Dallas College-Eastfield College

2019,

Mesquite, TX.

Transportation Management

Certificate

Tarrant County Community College

2015,

SKILLS

ECT Motivator Problem-Solving Skills

Change Management Creative Thinking

Data Entry Coaching Leadership

Adaptability Calibrations

Coordination HACCP Certified

Presentation Skills Strong multi-tasker

Timely and accurate SOP measure

Great communications skills

Excellent Organizational skills

FMCSA-Freight Broker MC# 1149063, US DOT#

3491176

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

FCD program for frontline employees

Smile awards several times for hard work &

dedication

HACCP (Hazzard analysis critical control plan)

Certified

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