Food Safety Quality Control

Paulino J. Chavez Guzman

*******.*********@*****.*** C: 562-***-**** 2534 N. Marmora Ave. Apt. 2 Chicago, IL 60639

Summary Dedicated leader with demonstrated ability to train and motivate team members to achieve organization objectives. Results oriented and decisive leader in the manufacturing industry. In-depth knowledge of GMP regulations, USDA requirements, and continuously improving the work environment and assure food safety.

EDUCATION: Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo High School- Long Beach, CA, LA County

Skills

Knowledgeability of quality control standards

Knowledge and strict adherence to GMP’s

Highly motivated self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Employee safety and training

Food safety

Strong leadership skills

Able to meet goals under tight time constraints.

Computer skills- good working knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

03/2024 – Present Compact Industries – St. Charles, IL

Sanitation Manager

Provide necessary support during new product development and rollout, and startups of new equipment.

Understand performances metrics: analyze trends to understand performance opportunities and to close gaps.

Manage the integrated Pest Management Program.

Train, schedule and supervise the sanitation team to maintain the plant and equipment in a sanitary manner.

Monitor microbiological reports from the plant to determine whether cleaning procedures are being followed.

Participate in regular meetings with plant management to discuss quality and sanitation improvements.

06/2019 – 03/2024 ARRO Corp./Element Food Solutions – Hodgkins, IL

Sanitation Manager

Manage structural and equipment cleaning programs.

Help to prepare and manage the facility sanitation, maintenance plans and help to establish operational goals.

Perform weekly inspections, document findings, and identify improvements to be made.

Participate in the development of PIC&PEC program and auditing of SSOP’S.

Strictly enforce safety and GMP policies and maintain superior plant cleanliness.

Actively participate with the chemical supplier to provide continuous improvement and cost reduction opportunities.

Oversee and manage the Sanitation Supervisor and crew to ensure compliance with all Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures and timely startup of the plant each production day.

Developed and implemented master sanitation schedule and monitor performance of the established tasks against the schedule.

ARYZTA LLC/ Hostess Brands- Chicago, IL

05/2017 to 02/2019 Sanitation Supervisor

Manage and evaluate the Sanitation staff including but not limited to performance management and employee deveplopment.

Supervise accurate and timely reporting of work in process and complete all relevant paperwork and management reporting.

Optimize sanitation SSOP’s to achive higher level of effectiveness and efficiency as well as a lower environmental impact.

Inspects equipment for comformity to federal and state sanitation laws and plant standards.

Worked with leads and employees to assure that work areas were properly done.

Worked with production and other management to plan and schedule work of supervised staff to meet sanitation schedules while maximizing productivity.

Gabby’s Bakery- Franklin Park, IL

02/2016- 02/2017 Sanitation Supervisor

Worked with managers to implement the company’s policies and goals.

Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers.

Hired and managed staff.

Overseeing any personnel grievances

OSS Services, LLC – Bensenville, IL

11/2012- 02/2016 Sanitation Supervisor

Supervise and enforce policies and procedures surrounding food safety and hygiene.

Examine all manufacturing equipment to ensure that it works properly and meets all government standards.

Possess a keen understanding of industry laws and consult with management to address compliance issues and make recommendations to improve processes.

Developed training programs related to sanitation detailed records of all sanitation -related activities and issues, such as inspections, also noting how and when each situation was resolved.

LANGUAGES: Fluent in English & Spanish

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