Katrina Childs
Denmark
Summary
I am a disciplined and highly motivated Quality Professional with over 20 years of experience in manufacturing. I have a proven track record of planning and managing resources to consistently meet production, quality, and cost objectives. My focus is on defining best practices and improving efficiency. I possess a solid understanding of quality and manufacturing processes and procedures, along with expertise in quality control and improvement. I am committed to fostering positive employee relations and promoting team building. Additionally, I have leadership experience with cross-functional teams of up to 45 members.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
FSQA Supervisor
Rise Baking Company
07.2023 - Current
- Direct the inspection of incoming ingredients, including random sampling of products, the physical condition of ingredients and packaging, fat and moisture content, and compliance with ingredient specifications
- Act as technical liaison for the Quality Assurance department in the absence of the Quality Assurance Manager: externally with customers and vendors; internally with production, R&D, marketing, and procurement for all quality processes
- Managed documentation related to quality systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness for regulatory compliance.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all FSQA activities, including audit findings, corrective actions, and training records.
Quality Area Manager
HelloFresh
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Was in charge of quality documentation management and archiving, as well as participating in internal and external quality audits. Assessed quality issues and took counter measures to identify and resolve them.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to safety standards.
- Analyzed workflow processes, identifying areas for increased efficiency and cost reduction.
- Managed cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and streamline communication across departments.
Production Supervisor
Golden State Foods
04.2020 - 10.2021
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in packaging workflows.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Trained and mentored production staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
- Monitored key performance indicators to identify areas for operational enhancement and cost reduction.
Finishing Department Supervisor
Georgia-Pacific LLC
09.2018 - 11.2020
- Made observations, took measurements, and conducted tests at various stages in accordance with the quality control plan. Was in charge of supervising inspectors and technicians to ensure that the final product was satisfactory.
- Set up, adjusted, and maintained machines to ensure that production remained at peak levels and that daily demands were met consistently. Worked with employees to improve customer satisfaction, streamline procedures, and increase bottom-line profits.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements.
- Met and exceeded production targets through effective staff management, task allocation, and material coordination.
Lead Production Supervisor
Diamond Crystal Brands Inc
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Was in charge of the company's operations, which included hiring, training, development, scheduling, and supervision of employees. Increased efficiency by 25% through one-on-one mentoring of staff.
- Reduced resources and time waste by directly addressing employee or production issues and implementing timely solutions. Was in charge of overseeing the loading and unloading of packages in the warehouse.
- Kept track of key performance indicators daily and weekly to stay on track.
- Identified and resolved team production and performance issues to maintain consistent quality levels.
Production Supervisor
Niagara Bottling, LLC
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Was in charge of overseeing equipment upgrades and modifications.
- Kept track of employee performance and safety, as well as conducted retraining to address issues and boost productivity.
- Reported on production equipment, including parts produced, downtime minutes, and any quality concerns on a daily basis. Checked incoming materials for quality and compliance with established product specifications on a regular basis.
- Assessed the quality and quantity of incoming materials.
Production Lead/Quality Tech
Rich Products Corporation
06.1995 - 09.2016
- Checked cooked products for quality assurance on a regular basis, adhering to strict guidelines.
- Reviewed operations and conferred with technical or administrative staff to resolve production and processing issues. Oversaw 30 Production employees in order to mentor them on operations and increase productivity.
- Actively suggested operational improvements to improve quality, reduce costs, and improve production times. Worked with internal teams to improve materials handling, production, and shipping operations.
- Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production machinery to maintain optimal production levels and consistently meet daily targets.
- Mentored new trainees on operating packaging equipment and quality checks and created a training manual for all trainees to use as a reference.
Education
Certificate - Certified Manufacturing Specialist
College of Coastal Georgia
Brunswick ,ga05-2000
Associate of Science - Business Management
Anthem University
Wilmington, DE01.2015
CERTIFICATION - Six Sigma Certification
Aveta Business Institute
Bloomington, MN01.2018
Certification - Environmental Monitoring Program
Zosi
12-2024
CERTIFICATION - BETTER PROCESS CONTROL(ACIDIFIED FOODS)
ZOSI
12-2024
CERTIFICATION - IMPLEMENTING SQF
SQF INSTITUTE
08-2024
CERTIFICATION - HACCP FOR PROCESSORS
INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE
05-2023
CERTIFICATION - ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS
AIB INTERNATIONAL
11-2024
CERTIFICATION - PCQI
FOOD SAFETY PREVENTIVE CONTROLS ALLIANCE
12-2023
CERTIFICATION - FOOD DEFENSE AWARENESS
FOOD SAFETY PREVENTIVE CONTROLS ALLIANCE
08-2024
Skills
- Quality control tests
- Team building
- Policy reinforcement
- Specification review
- Microbiological testing
- Sampling procedures
- Documentation management
- Corrective action planning
- GMP auditing
- Quality control management
- Product inspection
- Allergen control
- Incident investigation
Timeline
FSQA Supervisor
Rise Baking Company
07.2023 - Current
Quality Area Manager
HelloFresh
10.2021 - 07.2023
Production Supervisor
Golden State Foods
04.2020 - 10.2021
Finishing Department Supervisor
Georgia-Pacific LLC
09.2018 - 11.2020
Lead Production Supervisor
Diamond Crystal Brands Inc
01.2018 - 09.2018
Production Supervisor
Niagara Bottling, LLC
09.2016 - 12.2017
Production Lead/Quality Tech
Rich Products Corporation
06.1995 - 09.2016
Certificate - Certified Manufacturing Specialist
College of Coastal Georgia
Associate of Science - Business Management
Anthem University
CERTIFICATION - Six Sigma Certification
Aveta Business Institute
Certification - Environmental Monitoring Program
Zosi
CERTIFICATION - BETTER PROCESS CONTROL(ACIDIFIED FOODS)
ZOSI
CERTIFICATION - IMPLEMENTING SQF
SQF INSTITUTE
CERTIFICATION - HACCP FOR PROCESSORS
INTERNATIONAL ALLIANCE
CERTIFICATION - ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS
AIB INTERNATIONAL
CERTIFICATION - PCQI
FOOD SAFETY PREVENTIVE CONTROLS ALLIANCE
CERTIFICATION - FOOD DEFENSE AWARENESS
FOOD SAFETY PREVENTIVE CONTROLS ALLIANCE
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